Lukas Lütolf
Junge Grüne | 19.06
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
Although premium reductions should be seen as only a temporary solution, they are indispensable to prevent entire population groups from sliding into poverty.
Obwohl Prämienverbilligungen als nur temporärer Lösungsansatz zu verstehen ist, sind sie unabdingbar, damit nicht ganze Bevölkerungsgruppen in die Armut abrutschen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Same background as question 1.
Gleicher Hintegrund wie bei der Frage 1.
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
A sufficiently long, paid parental leave is indispensable for equality within families. Even better would be a parental leave of with a compulsory reference for the father.
Eine genügend lange, bezahlte Elternzeit ist für die Gleichberechtigung innerhalb von Familien unabdingbar. Noch besser wäre eine Elternzeit von mit einem Pflichtbezug für den Vater.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In principle, the self-determination of individuals (or parental care) must be respected. Nevertheless, there may be scientifically strongly evidenced recommendations that would possibly be useful in the compulsory system.
Grundsätzlich ist die Selbstbestimmung von Individuen (respektive die elterliche Fürsorge) zu achten. Trotzdem kann es wissenschaftlich stark evidente Empfehlungen geben, die möglicherweise im Obligatorium sinnvoll wären.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In retrospect, pandemic management has worked well over long periods and has remained within the acceptable legal framework. Nevertheless, the transparency of decisions in the emergency legal phase must be significantly improved in the future.
Das Pandemiemanagement hat rückblickend über weite Strecken funktioniert und sich im vertretbaren rechtlichen Rahmen bewegt. Trotzdem muss aber die Transparenz von Entscheidungen in der Notrechtsphase in Zukunft deutlich besser hergestellt werden.
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
For minimum health care, such planning would certainly be useful.
Für die gesundheitliche Mindestversorgung wäre eine solche Planung sicher sinnvoll.
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
As long as the teachers and the children involved are sufficiently supported, this model is definitely central to integration.
Solange die Lehrpersonen und die betroffenen Kinder genügend unterstützt werden, ist dieses Modell auf jeden Fall zentral für die Integration.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It would be better to focus on equal opportunities in order to give all suitable people access to the gymnasiale Maturität in the first place.
Besser wäre der Fokus auf die Chancengleichheit, um überhaupt allen geeigneten Menschen den Zugang zur gymnasialen Maturität zu ermöglichen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
1/4 of the Swiss resident population is excluded from democratic participation. This is despite the fact that they pay taxes, work here and participate in social life. Often it is incomprehensible regulations and high costs that make naturalization impossible. These abuses must be eliminated.
1/4 der Schweizer Wohnbevölkerung wird von der demokratischen Teilhabe ausgeschlossen. Dies, obwohl sie Steuern zahlen, hier arbeiten und am gesellschaftlichen Leben teilnehmen. Oftmals sind es unverständliche Regularien und hohe Kosten, die die Einbürgerung verunmöglichen. Diese Missstände müssen aufgehoben werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
These procedures, coupled with contracts with partly strongly undemocratic states, are unworthy of a Europe that stands up for human rights. Such external centers increase the risk of dubious asylum procedures, deprivation of liberty and abuses and must be prevented at all costs.
Diese Verfahren, gekoppelt an Verträge mit teils stark undemokratischen Staaten, sind einem Europa, das für Menschenrechte einsteht, unwürdig. Solche externe Zentren erhöhen das Risiko für unseriöse Asylverfahren, Freiheitsentzug und Missbräuche und müssen auf jeden Fall verhindert 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Those who work here, pay taxes, go to school and participate in social life should also have a say. Even better would be the right of foreigners to vote at the federal level.
Wer hier arbeitet, Steuern zahlt, zur Schule geht und am gesellschaftlichen Leben teilnimmt, soll auch mitbestimmen können. Besser noch wäre das Ausländer:innen-Stimmrecht auf Bundesebene.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Direct active euthanasia by physicians should be possible without penalty. Through a procedure, the actual will of the patient should be determined in advance by an independent of the patient should be determined in advance by an independent body. If that the will of the person (e.g. through a living will) explicitly allows for a direct active euthanasia, doctors should be allowed to carry it out without penalty.
Die direkte aktive Sterbehilfe durch Ärzt:innen soll straffrei möglich sein. Durch ein systematisches und sorgfältig geprüftes Verfahren soll der tatsächliche Wille der Patient*innen vorgängig durch ein unabhängiges Gremium ermittelt werden. Wird festgestellt, das der Wille der Person (bspw. durch Patientenverfügung) expliziet eine direkte aktive Sterbehilfe hergibt, soll es den Ärzt:innen erlaubt sein, diese straffrei durchzuführen
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current binary legal system does not reflect the diversity of our society. A third gender entry would be purposeful in order to include everyone.
Das aktuell binäre Rechtssystem bildet nicht die Vielfalt unserer Gesellschaft ab. Ein dritter Geschlechtseinträg wäre zielführend, um alle einzubinden.
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
Climate protection, pension problems, health emergencies: too many issues currently need to be addressed at the federal level. A tax cut therefore does not seem sensible. What should be discussed, however, is an adjustment of the tax progression to ease the burden on lower incomes.
Klimaschutz, Rentenporblematik, Gesundheitsnotstand: Zu viele Themen müssen aktuell auf Bundesebene angegangen werden. Eine Steuersenkung scheint daher nicht sinnvoll. Zu diskutieren ist jedoch eine Anpassung der Steuerprogression, um untere Einkommen zu entlasten.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In Switzerland, billions are inherited every year. Often, this is money that the general public has made possible in the first place through infrastructure and location attractiveness, among other things. It is therefore only fair to tax these very high amounts accordingly.
In der Schweiz werden jährlich Milliardenbeträge vererbt. Oft handelt es sich um Geld, die die Allgemeinheit unter anderem durch Infrastruktur und Standortattraktivität erst ermöglicht hat. Daher ist es nur gerecht, diese sehr hohen Beträge entsprechend zu besteueren.
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
Competition between the cantons, whether through the "race to the bottom" in taxes or infrastructure projects, ultimately harms Switzerland as a whole. Fiscal equalization thus provides a remedy to support the "weaker" regions.
Der Wettbewerb zwischen den Kantonen, sei es durch das "Race to the bottom" bei den Steuern oder Infrastrukturprojekten, schadet schlussendlich der Schweiz als ganzes. Der Finanzausgleich schafft damit Abhilfe, die "schwächeren" Regionen zu unterstützen.
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
Various examples of minimum wages already introduced show: Living wages reduce inequality in a society, prevent exploitation and stimulate the economy. It is therefore logical to introduce them.
Diverse Beispiele von bereits eingeführten Mindestlöhnen zeigen: Existenzsichernde Mindestlöhne reduzieren die Ungleichheit in einer Gesellschaft, verhindern Ausbeutung und kurbeln die Wirtschaft an. Eine Einführung ist daher folgerichtig.
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
Every few years, Switzerland has massive banking scandals (see UBS and CS). In addition, there are insufficient efforts in the financial sector for the Swiss emission targets in climate policy. Regulations are therefore appropriate and important.
Die Schweiz leistet sich alle paar Jahre massive Bankenskandale (siehe UBS und CS). Dazu kommen ungenügende Bemühungen im Finanzsektor für die Schweizer Emissionsziele in der Klimapolitik. Regulierungen sind daher angezeigt und wichtig.
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
There are a few regulations that are no longer in line with the times, such as the protection of the townscape and climate protection. However, many of the regulations ensure dense construction and the preservation of the quality of life of future residents and are therefore justified.
Es gibt vereinzelte Regulierungen, die nicht mehr zeitgemäss sind, Stichwort Ortsbildschutz und Klimaschutz. Viele der Vorschriften sorgen aber für verdichtetes Bauen und den Erhalt von Lebensqualität der zukünftigen Bewohner:innen und haben daher ihre Berechtigung.
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
For 40 years, Swiss transport policy has been making the same mistakes that are crystal clear in spatial planning research: More roads induce more (motorized individual) traffic. This massive misguided development must be stopped and the traffic load reduced by forward-looking spatial planning, settlement development and strong public transport as well as non-motorized traffic axes.
Die Schweizer Verkehrspolitik macht seit 40 Jahren die gleichen Fehler, die in der Raumplanungsforschung glasklar sind: Mehr Strassen induzieren mehr (motorisierten Individual)-Verkehr. Diese massive Fehlentwicklung muss gestoppt und die Verkehrsbelastung durch eine vorausschauende Raumplanung, Siedlungsentwicklung und starkem ÖV sowie Langsamverkehrsachsen reduziert werden.
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
The EU has led the way: since the decision to ban Verbenner, more climate-friendly car models have also become much more affordable on the market. In view of this development and the CO2 emissions in the transport sector, which are still far too high, I think the ban should come even sooner.
Die EU hat es vorgemacht: Seit dem Beschluss des Verbenner-Aus sind auch klimafreundlichere Automodelle auf dem Markt deutlich erschwinglicher. In Anbetracht dieser Entwicklung und den noch immer viel zu hohen CO2-Emissionen im Verkehrssektor müsste das Verbot aus meiner Sicht sogar noch früher kommen.
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
Bans are not always backward-looking regulations and unsocial. Bans (e.g. on the internal combustion engine or the installation of fossil-fuel heating systems) can promote innovation and, together with social compensation measures, be an important part of achieving the climate targets.
Verbote sind nicht immer rückwärtsgewandte Regelungen und unsozial. Verbote (zB. beim Verbrennungsmotor oder dem Einbau von fossilen Heizungen) können innovationsfördernd sein und mit sozialen Ausgleichsmassnahmen ein wichtiger Teil für die Erreichung der Klimaziele sein.
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
In principle, sustainable development in the energy sector must not destroy all efforts for environmental and biodiversity protection. There is still too much potential within the built-up area for renewable energy to nullify all existing regulations in sensitive areas. Nevertheless, there will be individual precedents in which, for example, the raising of a dam makes perfect sense.
Grundsätzlich darf eine nachhaltige Entwicklung im Energiebereich nicht alle Bemühungen für den Umwelt- und Biodiversitätsschutz zunichte machen. Es liegt noch ein zu grosses Potenzial innerhalb der bebauten Siedlungsfläche für erneuerbare Energien, um alle bestehenden Vorschriften in sensiblen Gebieten zunichte zu machen. Trotzdem wird es aber einzelne Präzedenzfälle geben, in denen zB. die Erhöhung einer Staumauer durchaus Sinn macht.
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
As Axpo, for example, has already announced: No one will voluntarily build a new nuclear power plant in Switzerland without government funding. The disposal of radioactive waste is still too expensive and too unclear. Of course, research should continue in the nuclear energy field (keyword fusion reactor), but the current debate diverts a lot of attention and resources from the solutions before our eyes: The massive expansion of solar plants, wind turbines and geothermal probes.
Wie beispielsweise die Axpo schon hat verlauten lassen: Niemand wird in der Schweiz freiwillig ein neues AKW bauen ohne Staatsgelder. Zu teuer und zu unklar ist noch immer die Entsorgung der radioaktiven Abfälle. Natürlich soll weiterhin im Nuklear-Energiebereich geforscht werden (Stichwort Fusionsreaktor), aber die aktuelle Debatte lenkt viel Aufmerksamkeit und Mittel von den Lösungen vor unseren Augen ab: Den massiven Ausbau von Solaranlagen, Windkraftwerken und Erdwärmesonden.
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
In particular, the expansion of public transportation in rural regions is indispensable for the transport turnaround.
Insbesondere der Ausbau des öffentlichen Verkehrs in ländlichen Regionen ist unerlässlich für die Verkehrswende.
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
Those who consume more should also pay more. Polluter-pays taxation is one piece of the puzzle of a sustainable energy policy
Wer mehr verbraucht, soll auch mehr bezahlen. Eine Verursachergerechte Besteuerung ist ein Puzzleteil einer nachhaltigen Energiepolitik
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
As the group "Wolf Switzerland" could show in the latest report: Despite an increasing population of wolves, the number of killed or injured farm animals has decreased massively in 2022. This is due to various protection measures without preventive shooting.
Wie die Gruppe "Wolf Schweiz" im neusten Bericht darlegen konnte: Trotz steigender Population von Wölfen ist die Anzahl getöteter oder verletzter Nutztiere im Jahr 2022 massiv zurückgegangen. Dies dank verschiedensten Schutzmassnahmen ohne präventive Abschüsse.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It would be better to promote exclusively agroecological production systems without exploitation of the environment, people and animals. The farms should be supported financially in the conversion to sustainable production, if necessary. be supported financially.
Besser wäre eine Förderung von ausschliesslich agrarökologische Produktionssystemen ohne Ausbeutung von Umwelt, Menschen und Tieren. Die Landwirtschaftsbetriebe sollen im Umbau hin zu einer nachhaltigen Produktion, falls nötig finanziell unterstützt werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The conflict of goals between agriculture and biodiversity must be resolved in the long term. Both are existentially dependent on each other. This measure is a first step for agroecological farming systems.
Der Zielkonflikt zwischen Landwirtschaft und Biodiversität muss auf langer Sicht gelöst werden. Beide sind existenziell voneinander abhängig. Diese Massnahme ist ein erster Schritt für agrarökologische Anbausysteme.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Many consumer goods are designed for the maximum profit of the producer. There is too little focus on durability and reparability. This is where the state must intervene.
Viele Konsumgüter werden für den maximalen Profit des Produzenten designt. Zu wenig ist der Fokus auf Langlebigkeit und Reparaturfähig. Hier muss der Staat eingreifen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Better than 5G (with high energy consumption) would be the expansion of fiber-optic networks.
Besser als 5G (mit hohem Energieverbrauch) wäre der Ausbau von Glasfasernetzen.
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
Various studies in media science have shown that a strong, independent public service reduces the disparities in knowledge among the population and is indispensable for a strong democracy. We have probably the best public service in the world, and cutting it by an unjustified amount will do massive damage.
Diverse Studien in der Medienwissenschaft haben gezeigt: Ein starker, unabhängiger Service Public senkt die Bidlungsdisparitäten beim Wissenszuwachs in der Bevölkerung und ist unabdingbar für eine starke Demokratie. Wir haben den wohl besten Service Public der Welt, eine Kürzung mit einem unbegründeten Betrag schadet diesem massiv.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Young people are political and want to have a say in their future. The young people can participate in the political process, the sooner they become politicized. politicization takes place. Together with a strong school education about our political system and current political system and current political issues, we can achieve high voter and election voter turnout among young people.
Die Jugend ist politisch und will über ihre Zukunft mitbestimmen. Je früher junge Menschen am politischen Prozess teilhaben können, desto früher findet eine Politisierung statt. Zusammen mit einer starken schulischen Bildung über unser politisches System und die aktuellen politischen Fragen erreichen wir eine hohe Stimm- und Wahlbeteiligung bei jungen Menschen.
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
The current possibilities to take a referendum on laws are sufficient.
Die aktuellen Möglichkeiten, bei Gesetzen das Referendum zu ergreifen, reicht aus.
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
Instead of an outdated and inefficient army, Switzerland needs a civilian peacekeeping, environmental or social service that all people living in Switzerland can perform voluntarily. Not to be forgotten is the now great threat of hybrid warfare in the digital space: Here, the army (or the potential successor) faces massive challenges.
Anstelle einer veralteten und ineffizienten Armeebraucht die Schweiz einen zivilen Friedens-, Umwelt- oder Sozialdienst, welchen alle in der Schweiz lebenden Personen freiwillig leisten können. Nicht zu vergessen ist die nunmehr grosse Bedrohung durch hybride Kriegsführung im digitalen Raum: Hier hat die Armee (oder das potenzielle Nachfolgeorgan) massive Herausforderungen vor sich.
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
As long as Switzerland has an army, the possible synchronization of weapons systems with NATO is not fundamentally wrong. However, with regard to my comment on question 2, this should not distract from the fact that Switzerland should promote an unarmed peace policy and, for example, finally sign the treaty banning nuclear weapons.
Solange die Schweiz eine Armee hat, ist die allfällige Synchronisation von Waffensystemen mit der NATO nicht grundverkehrt. Dies soll aber in Hinblick auf meinen Kommentar bei der Frage 2 nicht davon ablenken, dass die Schweiz eine unbewaffnete Friedenspolitik fördern soll und zum Beispiel endlich den Atomwaffenverbotsvertrag unterzeichnet
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
There are precedents such as the current war of aggression, where on the one hand the Swiss position as a "neutral" country cannot be communicated in a comprehensible way in terms of foreign policy, and on the other hand a non-delivery of weapons to Ukraine unfortunately simply dooms the country. If Switzerland wants to call itself "neutral" in the future (whatever that means exactly), then, as a matter of principle, no weapons should be sold abroad.
Es gibt Präzedenzfälle wie der aktuelle Angriffskrieg, bei dem einerseits die Schweizer Position als "neutrales" Land aussenpolitisch nicht nachvollziehbar kommuniziert werden kann, andererseits eine Nicht-Lieferung von Waffen an die Ukraine das Land leider schlicht dem Untergang geweiht ist. Wenn die Schweiz sich auch zukünft "neutral" nennen will (was auch immer das genau heisst), dann dürften ganz grundsätzlich keine Waffen ins Ausland verkauft werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
As terrible as many misguided measures within the Schengen treaties are with regard to asylum seekers and escape routes, it would be important for Switzerland to insist on real respect for human rights within this alliance.
So schrecklich viele missratene Massnahmen innerhalb der Schengen-Verträge im Bezug auf Asylbewerber:innen und Fluchtrouten sind, so wichtig wäre es, dass die Schweiz innerhalb dieses Verbundes auf eine wirkliche Achtung der Menschenrechte pocht.
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
Switzerland is not an island: In order to be able to participate in the development of a Europe in the longer term, closer relations with the EU are indispensable as a first step.
Die Schweiz ist keine Insel: Um längerfristig partizipativ an der Entwicklung eines Europas teilnehmen zu können sind in einem ersten Schritt engere Beziehungen zu der EU unabdingbar.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
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Comment
Comprehensive free trade agreements very often harm the local population and environment
Umfassende Freihandelsabkommen schaden sehr oft der lokalen Bevölkerung und Umwelt
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?
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Comment
The Corporate Responsibility Initiative has shown: The Swiss population is aware of the problem of disregard for environmental and human rights by Swiss companies abroad.
Die Konzernverantwortungsinitiative hat gezeigt: Die Schweizer Bevölkerung ist sich der Problematik der Missachtung von Umwelt- und Menschenrechten durch Schweizer Unternehmen im Ausland bewusst.
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?
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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]
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Comment
I take the liberty of asking in principle to what extent Swiss neutrality is still considered a "successful model". By largely refraining from economic sanctions (using Russia as an example), one nevertheless (unfortunately) takes a stand.
Ich erlaube mir, grundsätzlich zu fragen, inwiefern die Schweizer Neutralität noch als "Erfolgsmodell" gilt. Durch einen weitgehenden Verzicht auf wirtschaftliche Sanktionen (am Beispiel Russland) bezieht man (leider) trotzdem Position.
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
It is an illusion to believe that in Switzerland only those who commit crimes are punished. More preventive social work, inclusion and decriminalization, and a fight against the abuse of power, racial profiling, groundless and discriminatory repression are urgently needed.
Es ist eine Illusion zu glauben, dass in der Schweiz nur bestraft wird, wer Straftaten begeht. Mehr präventive Sozialarbeit, Inklusion und Entkriminalisierung, und einen Kampf gegen den Machtmissbrauch, racial profiling, grundlose und diskriminierende Repression sind dringend angezeigt.
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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Comment
The fairy tale of the free market economy has been showing its results at least since neoliberalism in the 1980s: The gap between rich and poor is widening, massive environmental destruction and the fueling of the climate crisis continue, and the inevitable formation of monopolies regularly causes economic crises. Such a model is not fit for the future.
Die Mär von der freien Marktwirtschaft zeigt spätestens seit dem Neoliberalismus in den 80er Jahren ihre Resultate: Die Schere zwischen arm und reich öffnet sich, die massive Umweltzerstörung und die Anheizung der Klimakrise geht weiter und die zwangsläufige Monopolbildung sorgt regelmässig für Wirtschaftskrisen. Ein solches Modell ist nicht zukunftstauglich.
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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Comment
This family model promotes a strongly conservative role model within the nuclear family. Ideally, a child would have the same amount of both parents, this is supported by affordable external childcare and more part-time jobs.
Dieses Familienmodell fördert ein stark konservatives Rollenbild innerhalb der Kernfamilie. Im Idealfall hätte ein Kind von beiden Elternteilen gleich viel, dies wird unterstütz durch bezahlbare externe Kinderbetreuung und mehr Teilzeit-Jobs.
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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Comment
As long as the risks (e.g. job losses) and power relations (Meta, Google, etc.) are consciously analyzed and addressed, digitization offers great opportunities.
Solang die Risiken (zB. Jobverluste) und Machtverhältnisse (Meta, Google etc.) bewusst analysiert und angegangen werden, bietet die Digitalisierung grosse Chancen.
Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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Comment
A one-sided focus on punishment and repression has only disadvantages: Long-term imprisonment costs the state millions and disintegration of society takes place. Successful resocialization/re-integration, on the other hand, offers many advantages both for the person who has committed the crime and for society.
Ein einseitiger Fokus auf Bestrafung und Repression hat nur Nachteile: Langjährige Haftstrafen kosten den Staat Millionen und es findet eine Desintegration der Gesellschaft statt. Eine erfolgreiche Resozialisierung/Wiedereingliederung hingegen bietet sowohl für die straffällige gewordene Person, als auch für die Gesellschaft viele Vorteile.
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
Our economy can only take place within the limited resources of our planet. Infinite economic growth is simply an illusion that must be replaced by the vision of a circular economy that benefits everyone.
Unsere Wirtschaft kann nur innerhalb der begrenzten Ressourcen unseres Planeten stattfinden. Ein unendliches Wirtschaftswachstum ist schlicht eine Illusion, die durch die Vision einer Kreislaufwirtschaft, die allen Menschen zugute kommt, ersetzt werden muss.
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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Comment
In Switzerland, too, poverty and social inequality are huge problems that can be alleviated by social welfare.
Auch in der Schweiz sind Armut und soziale Ungleichheit riesige Probleme, die durch Soziale Wohlfahrt gemildert werden können.
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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Comment
Bidding and research are our main economic resources in our small country.
Bidlung und Forschung sind in unserem kleinen Land unsere wirtschaftlichen Hauptressourcen.
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Comment
If the focus remains the same and the agricultural strategy 22+, I would spend less. With an increased focus on agroecology, animal welfare and biodiversity promotion, spend more.
Bei gleichbleibendem Fokus und die Agrarstrategie 22+ würde ich weniger ausgeben. Bei einem verstärkten Fokus auf Agrarökologie, Tierwohl- und Biodiversitätsförderung mehr ausgeben.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
See my comment on the expansion of national roads/highways.
Siehe mein Kommentar zum Ausbau der Nationalstrassen/Autobahnen.
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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Comment
See my comment on the expansion of national roads/highways.
Siehe mein Kommentar zum Ausbau der Nationalstrassen/Autobahnen.
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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Comment
Security cannot be guaranteed by more repression and surveillance. More important is the focus on social justice, equal opportunities and anti-discrimination.
Sicherheit lässt sich nicht durch mehr Repression und Überwachung gewährleisten. Wichtiger ist der Fokus auf soziale Gerechtigkeit, Chancengleichheit und Anti-Diskriminierung.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
Equal only if the focus moves away from classic war scenarios in the army to digital defense systems.
Gleich viel nur, wenn der Fokus weg von der klassischen Kriegsszenarien in der Armee hin zu digitalen Abwehrsystemen vonstatten geht.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
Important in development cooperation: The current definition and objective of "development" is not sufficient. Partner countries must be treated at eye level and without colonial attitudes.
Wichtig bei der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit: Die aktuelle Definition und Zielsetzung von "Entwicklung" genügt nicht. Die Partnerländer müssen auf Augenhöhe und ohne koloniale Einstellungen behandelt werden.
Comment
As long as neither pensions provide a living wage and many people between the ages of 50 and 65 can no longer find a job, it borders on mockery to raise the retirement age. It would be better to redistribute pension contributions more strongly into the solidarity-based first pillar.
Solange weder Renten existenzsichernd sind und viele Menschen zwischen 50 und 65 Jahren keinen Job mehr finden, grenzt es an Hohn, das Rentenalter zu erhöhen. Besser wäre eine stärkere Umverteilung von Rentenbeiträgen in die solidarische erste Säule.
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