Matthias Samuel Jauslin
FDP.Die Liberalen | 03a.01 | Incumbent | Elected
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 |
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Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
The question of the conversion rate does not belong in the law. This is to be determined between pension funds and the partners.
Die Frage nach dem Umwandlungssatz gehört nicht in das Gesetz. Dieser ist zwischen Vorsorgeeinrichtungen und den Partnern festzulegen.
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
The cantons have a duty to coordinate hospital planning across cantonal borders.
Die Kantone sind in der Pflicht, über die Kantonsgrenze hinweg die Spitalplanung zu koordinieren.
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 |
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Comment
The inclusive school needs to be rethought and adapted to practice. Pupils with special needs are overburdened in regular school classes.
Die integrative Schule ist zu überdenken und der Praxis anzupassen. Schülerinnen und Schüler mit besonderen Bedürfnisse sind in den regulären Schulklassen überfordert.
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 |
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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 |
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Comment
However, this option should also apply to preparation for a vocational apprenticeship.
Diese Möglichkeit soll aber auch für die Vorbereitung zu einer Berufslehre gelten.
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
The problem of the high number of asylum applications must be solved jointly within the Schengen area. It makes no sense for Switzerland to operate asylum centers outside Europe. In such centers, security would have to be guaranteed in addition to operation.
Das Problem der hohen Zahl an Asylgesuchen muss innerhalb des Schengen-Raumes gemeinsam gelöst werden. Da macht es keinen Sinn, wenn die Schweiz Asylzentren ausserhalb Europas betreibt. In solchen Zentren müsste neben dem Betrieb auch noch die Sicherheit gewährleistet werden.
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 |
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Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
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Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
This is a prerequisite for advancing innovative market models in the area of renewable energies. In addition, a free electricity market would also make the urgently needed electricity agreement with the EU possible.
Das ist eine Voraussetzung, um innovative Marktmodelle im Bereich erneuerbare Energien vorwärts zu bringen. Zudem wäre mit einem freien Strommarkt auch das dringend nötige Stromabkommen mit der EU möglich.
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There is no need for a wage police. Employees and employers are responsible negotiating partners.
Es braucht keine Lohnpolizei. ArbeitnehmerIn und ArbeitgeberIn sind mündige Verhandlungspartner.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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Comment
I don't think a ban is necessary, because the automotive industry is already actively promoting alternative drive systems. In order for the switch to work, the charging infrastructure must be pushed forward. In particular, it must be possible to connect vehicles to the grid both at home and at work.
Ein Verbot erachte ich als unnötig, da die Autobranche schon heute aktiv auf alternative Antriebe setzt. Damit der Umstieg klappt, ist die Ladeinfrastruktur voranzutreiben. Insbesondere muss es möglich sein, Fahrzeuge sowohl am Wohnort wie auch am Arbeitsort mit dem Netz zu verbinden.
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 |
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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 |
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Comment
According to the Federal Constitution, a balancing of interests is always required. This means that the expansion of renewable energies is also possible without curtailing environmental and landscape protection. However, this requires early consultation of all parties involved and streamlined approval procedures.
Gemäss Bundesverfassung braucht es immer eine Interessenabwägung. Damit ist der Ausbau von erneuerbaren Energien auch ohne Beschneidung des Umwelt- und Landschaftsschutzes möglich. Dazu sind aber frühzeitige Absprachen aller Beteiligten und gestraffte Bewilligungsverfahren notwendig.
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 |
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Comment
Nuclear power plants from Generation 4 are definitely an option. But such plants are not yet ready for the market. Until then, we should concentrate our efforts on alternative energy plants. In addition, geothermal energy would provide us with a very large energy potential and enormous storage capacities.
Kernkraftwerke ab Generation 4 sind durchaus eine Option. Doch solche sind noch nicht marktreif. Bis dahin sollten wir unsere Kräfte auf alternative Energieanlagen konzentrieren. Zudem würde uns mit der Geothermie ein sehr grosses Energiepotenzial und enorme Speicherkapazitäten zur Verfügung stehen.
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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The price of electricity should actually not be adjusted to consumption, but to availability in real time. A supply market is needed. High electricity price when availability is low, low electricity price when capacity is high. Therefore, I support the rapid introduction of the free electricity market. This will also allow innovative electricity offers to be freely chosen.
Der Strompreis sollte eigentlich nicht dem Verbrauch, sondern der Verfügbarkeit in Echtzeit angepasst werden. Es braucht ein Angebotsmarkt. Hoher Strompreis bei wenig Verfügbarkeit, tiefer Strompreis bei hoher Kapazität. Daher befürworte ich die rasche Einführung des freien Strommarktes. Damit sind auch innovative Stromangebote frei wählbar.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Whereby not the size of the area, but the quality of the area is decisive. In this way, use and protection can be reconciled. There are already good examples of this in small-scale Switzerland (Klettgau).
Wobei nicht die Grösse der Fläche, sondern die Qualität der Fläche entscheidend ist. So kann Nutzung und Schutz unter einen Hut gebracht werden. Schon heute gibt es in der kleinräumigen Schweiz gute Beispiele (Klettgau) dazu.
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
Such plastics can already be replaced by other materials.
Solche Kunststoffe können schon heute durch andere Materialien ersetzt werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The circular economy is an important contribution to resource conservation without restricting personal freedoms.
Die Kreislaufwirtschaft ist ein wichtiger Beitrag zur Ressourcenschonung ohne dabei die persönlichen Freiheiten einzuschränken.
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 |
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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
Above all, companies should be exempted from these levies in order to avoid a double burden (business and private household)
Vor allem Unternehmen sind von diesen Abgaben zu befreien, um eine Doppelbelastung zu vermeiden (Betrieb und Privathaushalt)
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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
What is needed above all is a professionalization of the organization.
Es braucht vor allem eine Professionalisierung der Organisation.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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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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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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Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Criminals are to be punished according to the severity of the crime. After that, however, society should give such persons a second chance. Repeat offenders are to be punished severely accordingly.
Kriminelle sind nach der Schwere der Straftat zu bestrafen. Danach soll aber die Gesellschaft solchen Personen eine zweite Chance geben. WiederholungstäterInnen sind dementsprechend hart zu bestrafen.
Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Protection and benefit do not have to be mutually exclusive. Our livelihood is based on an intact environment. We have to take care of it.
Schutz und Nutzen müssen sich nicht ausschliessen. Unsere Lebensgrundlage ist eine intakte Umwelt. Dazu haben wir Sorge zu tragen.
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
Redistribution contradicts the personal responsibility of each individual.
Umverteilungen widersprechen der Eigenverantwortung jedes Einzelnen.
Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
However, the current subsidy system for agriculture does not solve structural problems. The funds must be used in a more targeted manner and must primarily benefit sustainable farming.
Das heutige Subventionssystem für die Landwirtschaft löst jedoch keine Strukturprobleme. Die Mittel sind gezielter einzusetzen und müssen vorallem der nachhaltigen Bewirtschaftung zu Gute kommen.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
Public transport makes an important contribution to coping with the population's lively mobility behavior. Large transport capacities in public transport relieve the roads.
Der öffentliche Verkehr ist ein wichtiger Beitrag, um das rege Mobilitätsverhalten der Bevölkerung zu bewältigen. Grosse Transportkapazitäten im öV entlasten die Strassen.
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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Comment
The resources must be used in a more targeted manner. It cannot be that the army sets its own Swiss standard for armaments, although there are good quality products available off the shelf. Example: The new ADS15 drone was adapted for Swiss requirements and will run on diesel fuel, resulting in an engine that is twice as heavy. Such idle runs lead to high expenditures without improving national defense.
Die Mittel sind gezielter einzusetzen. Es kann nicht sein, dass die Armee für Rüstungsgüter einen eigenen Schweizer Standard ansetzt, obwohl es qualitativ gute Produkte ab Stange gibt. Beispiel: Die neue Drohne ADS15 wurde für die Schweizer Anforderungen angepasst und wird mit Dieselkraftstoff betreiben, was ein doppelt so schweres Triebwerk zur Folge hatte. Solche Leerläufe führen zu hohen Ausgaben ohne damit die Landesverteidigung zu verbessern.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
Resources must be better targeted and clearly aligned with our national interests.
Die Mittel sind gezielter einzusetzen und klar auf unsere Landesinteressen auszurichten.
Comment
Actually, the yardstick should be a working life and, in this context, a flexibilization of the retirement age. Those who enter working life at an early age should also have the opportunity to retire earlier.
Eigentlich sollte als Massstab eine Lebensarbeitszeit und in diesem Zusammenhang eine Flexibilisierung des Rentenalters gelten. Wer schon früh ins Erwerbsleben eintritt, soll auch früher die Möglichkeit haben, in Pension zu gehen.
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