Simon Hostettler
Junge Evangelische Volkspartei | 07b.13
Welfare state & family
Raise the retirement age to 67
Do you support an increase in the retirement age (e.g., to 67)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The cantons (and, in response to the SP's premium relief initiative, the state in the future) are already providing large contributions.
Die Kantone (und als Reaktion auf die Prämienentlastungsinitiative der SP zukünftig auch der Staat) stellen bereits grosse Beiträge zur Verfügung.
Pensions for married couples
For married couples, the pension is currently limited to 150% of the maximum individual AHV pension (capping). Should this limit be eliminated?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
From a financial policy perspective, this is simply not possible. AHV financing is only secured for a few years, after which another reform will be needed because the pay-as-you-go result of the AHV will be so strongly negative because there are fewer and fewer gainfully employed persons for more and more retirees.
Finanzpolitisch ist das schlicht nicht möglich. Die AHV-Finanzierung ist nur für ein paar Jahre gesichert, danach braucht es schon wieder eine Reform, weil das Umlageergebnis der AHV so stark negativ sein wird, weil auf immer mehr Pensionierte immer weniger Erwerbstätige kommen.
Reduce LPP pensions
As part of the reform of the BVG (occupational pension plan), pensions are to be reduced (lowering the minimum conversion rate from 6.8% to 6%). Are you in favor of this measure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Pensions will not be reduced. There are compensation measures for the transition generation. But it is simply unrealistic to achieve a return of 6.8% on the financial markets.
Die Renten werden nicht gekürzt. Für die Übergangsgeneration gibt es Kompensationsmassnahmen. Aber es ist schlicht unrealistisch, an den Finanzmärkten eine Rendite von 6.8% zu erzielen.
Extend parental leave
Should paid parental leave be increased beyond today's 14 weeks of maternity leave and two weeks of paternity leave? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We can consider whether there should be parental leave, which the parents can then divide up themselves. However, I am against a strong expansion of parental leave. After all, each parent is free to reduce his or her workload. I don't understand why the general public should finance this.
Man kann überlegen, ob es eine Elternzeit geben soll, welche die Elternteile dann selbst aufteilen können. Ich bin aber gegen einen starken Ausbau der Elternzeit. Jedem Elternteil steht es schliesslich frei, sein Pensum zu reduzieren. Ich verstehe nicht, wieso die Allgemeinheit das finanzieren sollte.
Further encourage the construction of social housing
Should the federal government provide more financial support for public housing construction? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Non-profit housing is a cantonal matter. Housing shortage is a phenomenon that exists mainly in the cities. But the problem is the supply (too few apartments), not the price. If the state now buys apartments on the market, it will not change this problem. Instead, the cities need to rethink their spatial planning and noise protection so that more densities can be built.
Gemeinnütziger Wohnungsbau ist Kantonssache. Wohnungsnot ist ein Phänomen, dass vor allem in den Städten besteht. Das Problem ist aber das Angebot (zu wenige Wohnungen), nicht der Preis. Wenn der Staat nun Wohnungen am Markt kauft, ändert er nichts an diesem Problem. Die Städte müssen vielmehr ihre Raumplanung und den Lärmschutz überdenken, damit verdichtet und mehr gebaut werden kann.
Health
Introduce compulsory vaccination for children
Should compulsory vaccination of children be introduced based on the Swiss vaccination plan?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This contradicts the right to physical integrity in the Federal Constitution.
Dies widerspricht dem Recht auf körperliche Unversehrtheit in der Bundesverfassung.
Introduce a tax on sugary foods
Are you in favor of the introduction of a tax on foods containing sugar (sugar tax)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This tax would mainly affect poor people, who in relative numbers eat unhealthy food more often.
Diese Abgabe würde vor allem arme Menschen treffen, welche sich in relativem Zahlen häufiger ungesund ernähren.
Contribution to healthcare costs
Should insured persons contribute more to health care costs (e.g., increase the minimum deductible)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
An increase could help, in that price signals help consumers avoid unnecessary procedures and doctor visits. However, health care costs rise non-linearly. They increase exponentially in old age, so one could consider a financial participation of financially strong retirees in health care expenditures.
Eine Erhöhung könnte helfen, in dem die Preissignale den Konsumenten helfen, unnötige Eingriffe und Arztbesuche zu verhindern. Die Gesundheitskosten steigen aber nicht-linear. Im Alter steigen sie exponentiell an, deshalb könnte man eine finanzielle Beteiligung von finanzkräftigen Rentnern bei Gesundheitsausgaben prüfen.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It was often completely unclear on the basis of which decisions the Federal Council made decisions. Furthermore, a clear correlation between lockdowns and lower case numbers is not obvious: e.g. Florida without lockdowns but with many old persons vs. California with many young persons and many lockdowns.
Oft war völlig unklar, auf Basis welcher Entscheidungen der Bundesrat Entscheidungen getroffen hat. Ausserdem ist ein klarer Zusammenhang zwischen Lockdowns und tieferen Fallzahlen nicht deutlich ersichtlich: Z.B. Florida ohne Lockdowns aber mit vielen alten Personen vs Kalifornien mit vielen jungen Personen und vielen Lockdowns.
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Hospital planning is a cantonal matter.
Spitalplanung ist Kantonssache.
Education
Inclusive schooling
According to the Swiss integrated schooling concept, children with learning difficulties or disabilities should be taught in regular classes. Do you approve of this concept?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In principle, the concept is laudable. However, many teachers in practice do not consider it feasible, as teaching is challenging enough otherwise.
Grundsätzlich ist das Konzept löblich. Viele Lehrer in der Praxis halten es jedoch für nicht umsetzbar, da der Unterricht auch sonst schon genug herausfordernd ist.
Tighten the requirements for obtaining a high school diploma
Should the federal government raise the requirements for the gymnasiale matura?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Equal opportunities in education
Should the state be more committed to equal educational opportunities (e.g., through subsidized remedial courses for students from low-income families)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This is a cantonal matter.
Dies ist Kantonsangelegenheit.
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland's direct-democratic institutions require a longer integration period to understand the political system.
Die direktdemokratischen Institutionen der Schweiz setzen eine längere Integrationszeit voraus, um das politische System zu verstehen.
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The shortage of skilled workers will intensify with the demographic transition.
Der Fachkräftemangel wird sich mit dem demographischen Übergang verstärken.
Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This could increase direct democratic participation and at the same time counteract the lack of willing people for offices.
Dies könnte die direktdemokratische Teilhabe erhöhen und gleichzeitig dem Mangel an willigen Personen für Ämter entgegenwirken.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The decisive factor is the protection of minors. Cannabis use is only safe for adults, but for young people it can cause serious disorders.
Entscheidend ist der Jugendschutz. Cannabis-Konsum ist nur bei Erwachsenen unbedenklich, bei Jugendlichen kann er schwere Störungen hervorrufen.
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The pressure on older people could increase.
Der Druck auf ältere Menschen könnte steigen.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Equality between same-sex and heterosexual couples
Do you think it's right for same-sex couples to have the same rights as heterosexual couples in all areas?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Finances & taxes
Reduce taxes at the federal level
Do you support tax cuts at the federal level over the next four years?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
But it must be budgetary responsible, ergo not lead to new debt. This will be difficult in the current financial situation.
Aber es muss haushaltspolitisch verantwortbar sein, ergo zu keiner Neuverschuldung führen. Dies wird bei der aktuellen Finanzlage schwierig.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This would be important, on the one hand, to have lower marginal tax rates, which would strengthen work incentives, and, on the other hand, it would also be a political signal for equality.
Dies wäre wichtig, um einerseits tiefere Grenzsteuersätze zu haben, was die Erwerbsarbeitsanreize stärken würde und andererseits wäre es auch ein politisches Zeichen für Gleichberechtigung.
Introduce a national inheritance tax
Would you support the introduction of a national inheritance tax on all inheritances over one million Swiss francs? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This money was already taxed during his lifetime. It should not be taxed twice.
Dieses Geld wurde zu Lebzeiten bereits besteuert. Es sollte nicht doppelt besteuert werden.
Strengthen financial equalization between the cantons
Should the differences between cantons with high and low financial capacity be further reduced through fiscal equalization?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The financial equalization system is currently already at its limit.
Der Finanzausgleich ist aktuell bereits am Limit.
Economy & labour
Introduce a national minimum wage of CHF 4,000
Are you in favor of introducing a minimum wage of CHF 4,000 for all full-time employees?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Minimum wages cannot differentiate enough. CLAs are a better instrument. Minimum wages make it much harder for low-skilled people (refugees, people without vocational training) to get a job.
Mindestlöhne können zu wenig differenzieren. GAVs sind ein besseres Instrument. Mit Mindestlöhnen wird es für gering qualifizierte (Flüchtlinge, Personen ohne Berufsausbildung) viel schwieriger, einen Job zu erhalten.
Regulate the financial sector more strictly
Do you support stricter regulations for the financial sector (e.g., stricter capital requirements for banks, ban on bonuses)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Capital requirements should increase. I don't think a ban on bonuses would be effective, because the reaction (as has happened in the EU) would simply be to increase fixed wages, which would undermine the performance incentive. It would be better to introduce a bonus account where mali can also be deducted for poor performance.
Eigenkapitalvorschriften sollten steigen. Ein Bonusverbot empfinde ich als nicht zielführend, da als Reaktion (wie in der EU geschehen) einfach die Fixlöhne steigen, was den Leistungsanreiz aushöhlt. Besser wäre es, ein Bonuskonto einzuführen, auf dem auch Mali bei schlechten Leistungen abgezogen werden können.
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Absolutely. More apartments are definitely needed.
Auf jeden Fall. Es braucht unbedingt mehr Wohnungen.
Wage equality between women and men
Are you in favor of stricter controls on equal pay for women and men?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This should be a thing of the past with Albert Rösti's planned expansion steps.
Mit den geplanten Ausbauschritten von Albert Rösti sollte sich dies erledigt haben.
Ban new registrations of combustion engine vehicles from 2035
Should Switzerland ban the registration of new passenger cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Climate policy needs to be open to new technologies. A too one-sided use of electric vehicles creates new dependencies.
Für die Klimapolitik braucht es Technologieoffenheit. Eine zu einseitige Nutzung von Elektrofahrzeugen schafft neue Abhängigkeiten.
Achieve climate targets through incentives
To achieve climate targets, should incentives and target agreements be relied on exclusively, rather than bans and restrictions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Instead, what is needed is a CO2 tax. Neither incentives nor bans are necessary.
Stattdessen braucht es eine CO2-Steuer. Weder Anreize noch Verbote sind notwendig.
Make the rules for renewable energy less strict
Do you think it's fair that environmental and landscape protection rules are being relaxed to allow for the development of renewable energy?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Solar power in the mountains is absolutely necessary to close the winter power gap.
Solarstrom in den Bergen ist absolut notwendig, um die Winterstromlücke zu schliessen.
Authorize the construction of new nuclear power plants
Should the construction of new nuclear power plants in Switzerland be allowed again?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Only solar and wind power will not be enough to replace the old nuclear power plants and oil and gas consumption.
Nur Solar- und Windkraft wird nicht reichen, um die alten AKW-Meiler und den Öl- und Gas-Konsum zu ersetzen.
Ensure a comprehensive range of public services
Should the state guarantee a comprehensive public service offering also in rural regions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
One differentiator of the state versus the city is lower taxes funded by fewer public services.
Ein Differenzierungsmerkmal des Landes gegenüber der Stadt sind tiefere Steuern, die durch weniger Service Public finanziert werden.
Introduce progressive electricity tariffs
Would you be in favor of the introduction of increasing electricity tariffs when consumption is higher (progressive electricity tariffs)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Nature conservation
Making provisions for the protection of large predators more flexible
Are you in favor of further relaxing the protection regulations for large predators (lynx, wolf, bear)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There are too many packs, too many animals are being killed, although there are many herd protection measures in the mountains.
Es gibt zu viele Rudel, zu viele Tiere werden gerissen, obwohl in den Bergen viele Herdenschutzmassnahmen bestehen.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I support linking the payment of direct payments to the achievement of ecological goals.
Ich befürworte die Kopplung der Zahlung von Direktzahlungen an das Erreichen ökologischer Ziele.
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Swiss Animal Protection is one of the strictest in the world.
Der Schweizer Tierschutz ist einer der strengsten der Welt.
National territory available for biodiversity conservation
Should 30% of Switzerland's land area be dedicated to preserving biodiversity? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ban on single-use plastics
Would you support a ban on single-use plastic and non-recyclable plastics? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Plastic is much more environmentally friendly than other materials if it is recycled or incinerated, as it is in Switzerland.
Kunststoff ist viel umweltfreundlicher als andere Materialien, wenn er wie in der Schweiz recykliert oder verbrannt wird.
More sustainable use of electronic devices
Are you in favour of government measures to make the use of electronic devices more sustainable (e.g., right to repair, extension of warranty period, minimum guaranteed period for software updates)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Digitizing public services
Should the federal government be given additional powers in the area of digitization of government services in order to be able to impose binding directives and standards on the cantons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering TV and radio license fees
A popular initiative aims to reduce television and radio fees (CHF 200 per household, exemption for businesses). Do you support this initiative?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
SRF operates more and more business areas. SRF should only offer content or programs that are not worthwhile for private companies. (regional content, culture, religious content).
SRF betreibt immer mehr Geschäftsfelder. SRF sollte nur noch dort Inhalte schalten oder Programme anbieten, welche für Private nicht lohnenswert sind. (regionale Inhalte, Kultur, religiöse Inhalte)
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
18 years is a good age.
18 Jahre ist ein gutes Alter.
Introducing an optional financial referendum against federal spending
Should it be possible to hold a referendum on federal spending above a certain amount (optional financial referendum)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Strengthening direct democratic elements is important.
Die Stärkung der direktdemokratischen Elemente ist wichtig.
Security & military
Increasing the size of the army to at least 120,000 soldiers
Are you in favor of expanding the army's target number of soldiers to at least 120,000?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland already spends too much money on the army.
Die Schweiz gibt bereits heute zu viel Geld für die Armee aus.
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Re-export of Swiss weapons
Should the Federal Council be allowed to authorize other states to re-export Swiss weapons in cases of a war of aggression in violation of international law (e.g., the attack on Ukraine)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Absolutely not. This affects the work of the international organizations based in our country, ICRC, etc.
Auf keinen Fall. Dies beeinträchtigt die Arbeit der bei uns ansässigen internationalen Organisationen IKRK etc.
Scumonda da visar automaticamain la fatscha en locals publics
Should automatic facial recognition be banned in public spaces?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Denounce the Schengen Agreement and strengthen border controls
Should Switzerland terminate the Schengen agreement with the EU and reintroduce more security checks directly on the border? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Foreign trade & foreign policy
Seek closer relations with the EU
Are you in favor of closer relations with the European Union (EU)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The federal government should try to negotiate a new framework agreement.
Der Bund sollte versuchen, ein neues Rahmenabkommen auszuhandeln.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, this is unrealistic because US agriculture relies heavily on GMO foods, which are banned in Switzerland.
Dies ist aber unrealistisch, da die US-Landwirtschaft sehr stark auf GMO-Lebensmittel setzt, welche in der Schweiz verboten sind.
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is very difficult to verify this. Many companies have thousands of suppliers.
Es ist sehr schwierig, dies zu überprüfen. Viele Firmen haben tausende Zulieferer.
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In principle, sanctions are harmful because they never hit the right people (always the people and never the elite that one wants to sanction). In the case of major deviations from international law (e.g. Russia's war against Ukraine), sanctions are morally imperative, even if they don't do much in the short term economically and hit the wrong people. If you shake up the Russian civilian population, however, you have already achieved a goal) they may be appropriate.
Grundsätzlich sind Sanktionen schädlich, weil sie nie die richtigen treffen (immer das Volk und nie die Elite, die man sanktionieren will). Bei grossen Abweichungen vom Völkerrecht (z.B. Krieg Russlands gegen die Ukraine sind Sanktionen moralisch geboten, auch wenn sie ökonomisch kurzfristig nicht viel bringen und die falschen Leute treffen. Wenn Sie die russische Zivilbevölkerung aufrütteln, haben Sie allerdings schon ein Ziel erreicht) können sie angebracht sein.
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
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Comment
This is not at all the case in many countries around the world.
Dies ist in vielen Ländern der Welt ganz und gar nicht der Fall.
Free market economy
What is your position the following statement: "In the long term, everyone benefits from a free market economy in the long term."
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Compensate for differences in income and wealth
What is your position the following statement: "It is necessary for the State to balance out differences in income and wealth through redistribution".
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Comment
Redistribution for reasons of fairness/justice/envy does not strike me as purposeful. Redistribution to alleviate poverty can be quite good.
Umverteilung aus Fairnessgründen/Gerechtigkeitsgründen/Neid empfinde ich als nicht zielführend. Umverteilung zur Linderung von Armut können durchaus gut sein.
Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
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Comment
Both parents should share the child-rearing work. A job outside the home gives variety, promotes independence, self-confidence, this also helps the child, if the mother is then happier. If both parents work 100%, however, it is questionable whether this is optimal for the child. The parents should be prepared to make certain financial sacrifices for the good of the child.
Beide Elternteile sollten sich die Erziehungsarbeit aufteilen. Ein Job ausser Haus gibt Abwechslung, fördert Eigenständigkeit, Selbstbewusstsein, dies hilft auch dem Kind, wenn die Mutter dann glücklicher ist. Wenn beide Elternteile 100% arbeiten, ist es allerdings schon fragwürdig, ob dies für das Kind optimal ist. Die Eltern sollten bereit sein, gewisse finanzielle Einbussen für das Wohl des Kindes einzugehen.
Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
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Comment
Stronger climate protection is necessary, but it should be effective (=efficient) and have the lowest possible economic costs compared to all alternative measures -->CO2 taxes and emissions trading are much more effective than subsidies (e.g. building program)
Ein stärkerer Klimaschutz ist notwendig, er sollte aber wirkungsvoll (=effizient) sein und die geringstmöglichen volkswirtschaftlichen Kosten gegenüber allen alternativen Massnahmen haben -->CO2 Steuern und Emissionshandel sind viel effektiver als Subventionen (z.B. Gebäudeprogramm)
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
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Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
Life expectancy has increased by around 20 years since the introduction of the AHV. An increase will hardly be avoidable. I advocate an automatic link to life expectancy, as is already practiced in Denmark, for example.
Die Lebenserwartung ist seit der Einführung der AHV um rund 20 Jahre gestiegen. Eine Erhöhung wird kaum zu vermeiden sein. Ich plädiere für eine automatische Kopplung an die Lebenserwartung, wie dies etwa in Dänemark bereits praktiziert wird.
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