Jean-Daniel Strub
Sozialdemokratische Partei | 02.08
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
First and foremost, we need higher pensions for everyone, because costs (rents, premiums, prices) are rising sharply. The change of the ceiling is not a priority for me. In principle, however, pensions should not depend on the marital status of people, just as with taxes. In the current system, there are various measures that mitigate the disadvantage of married people compared to unmarried people. Therefore, a change in the ceiling must be carefully fitted into the overall system.
Allem voran braucht es höhere Renten für alle, denn die Kosten (Mieten, Prämien, Preise) steigen stark. Die Änderung der Plafonierung ist für mich nicht prioritär. Grundsätzlich sollten die Renten jedoch nicht vom Zivilstand der Personen abhängig sein, genau so wie bei den Steuern. Im heutigen System gibt es verschiedene Massnahmen, die eine Benachteiligung von Verheirateten gegenüber Unverheirateten abmildern. Deshalb ist eine Änderung der Plafonierung sorgfältig ins Gesamtsystem einzupassen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In my view, it is misleading to refer to the current regulation as "parental leave". Switzerland would need one of these in order to make progress in terms of equality - it can take many European countries as a model.
Es ist in meinen Augen irreführend, die heutige Regelung als "Elternzeit" zu bezeichnen. Eine solche bräuchte die Schweiz, um in der Gleichstellung voranzukommen - sie kann sich dabei an vielen europäischen Ländern ein Vorbild nehmen.
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
I have a positive attitude toward vaccinations. Accordingly, I very much welcome a high vaccination coverage rate, also among children, both for the direct protection of children and for epidemiological reasons. However, a general obligation to vaccinate interferes too much with individual liberties, which is why I oppose it.
Ich stehe Impfungen positiv gegenüber. Entsprechend begrüsse ich eine hohe Durchimpfungsrate auch unter Kindern sehr, sowohl zum direkten Schutz der Kinder als auch aus epidemiologischen Gründen. Eine allgemeine Impfpflicht greift aber zu stark in individuelle Freiheitsrechte ein, weshalb ich ihr ablehnend gegenüberstehe.
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
From a public health perspective, it is desirable that foods - especially sweet drinks, which are popular with young people - contain less sugar. It is to be welcomed that some manufacturers are already voluntarily reducing the sugar content of their products. The example of the United Kingdom shows that a sugar tax can achieve benefits that are in the long-term interest of the health system. Legal measures are therefore needed, but also incentives such as a tax.
Aus einer Public Health-Sicht ist es wünschenswert, dass Lebensmittel - namentlich Süssgetränke, die bei jungen Menschen beliebt sind - weniger Zucker enthalten. Es ist zu begrüssen, dass Hersteller:innen den Zuckergehalt ihrer Produkte teilweise bereits freiwillig reduzieren. Das Beispiel Grossbritannien zeigt, dass eine Zuckersteuer einen Nutzen erzielen kann, der langfristig im Interesse des Gesundheitssystems ist. Es braucht daher gesetzliche Massnahmen, aber auch Anreize wie eine Steuer.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
It is important to think more in terms of supply regions. The cantons should continue to be able to play a central role in determining demand, planning supply and taking regional conditions into account. However, increased nationwide control of planning, the locations and the services provided there would also simplify this task for the cantons to some extent.
Wichtig ist, dass vermehrt in Versorgungsregionen gedacht wird. Die Kantone sollten weiterhin eine zentrale Rolle spielen können bei der Eruierung des Bedarfs, der Planung des Angebots und bezüglich der Rücksichtnahme auf regionale Gegebenheiten. Aber eine vermehrte schweizweite Steuerung der Planung, der Standorte und der dort erbrachten Leistungen würde diese Aufgabe für die Kantone in Teilen auch vereinfachen.
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
However, it is essential that sufficient - and today that means more - resources are made available for the appropriate support. All too often, integrated support has been implemented as a cost-cutting measure. This can be to the detriment of the children (both the children concerned and the classes as a whole), but it also demands an immense amount from the teachers. It is a misconception that moving away from integrated support without additional resources will improve the situation.
Es ist aber unerlässlich, dass genügend - und das heisst heute: mehr - Ressourcen für die entsprechende Unterstützung zur Verfügung gestellt werden. Allzu oft wurde die integrierte Förderung als Sparmassnahme umgesetzt. Das kann zu Lasten der Kinder gehen (sowohl der betroffenen Kinder als auch der gesamten Klassen), verlangt aber auch ungemein viel von den Lehrpersonen. Es ist eine Fehlannahme, dass eine Abkehr von der integrierten Förderung ohne Zusatzressourcen die Situation verbessert.
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
In my eyes, Switzerland has a healthy baccalaureate rate.
Die Schweiz hat in meinen Augen eine gesunde Maturitätsquote.
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
For reasons of equal opportunities, there is a particular need for increased commitment on the part of the public sector and more binding measures for preschool (language) early education, such as have already been successfully introduced in some cities and agglomeration communities.
Es brauch aus Gründen der Chancengerechtigkeit vor allem auch ein vermehrtes Engagement der öffentlichen Hand und mehr Verbindlichkeit für die vorschulische (Sprach-)Frühförderung, wie sie in manchen Städten und Agglomerationsgemeinden schon erfolgreich eingeführt wurden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Yes, but the increase in quotas must under no circumstances tempt us to restrict access to Switzerland and the labor market for other people and to impose a stricter migration policy. Nor must Switzerland rely on simply poaching skilled workers trained abroad. A training offensive is also needed at home.
Ja, die Erhöhung der Kontingente darf aber auf keinen Fall dazu verleiten, den Zugang zur Schweiz und zum Arbeitsmarkt für andere Personen einzuschränken und eine verschärfte Migrationspolitik durchzusetzen. Auch darf die Schweiz sich nicht darauf verlassen, einfach Fachkräfte, die im Ausland ausgebildet wurden, abzuwerben. Es braucht eine Ausbildungsoffensive auch im Inland.
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
The example of Tunisia currently shows how much this exacerbates the inhumane conditions.
Das Beispiel Tunesien zeigt aktuell, wie sehr dies die unmenschlichen Zustände noch verschärft.
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
Absolutely. In my view, they should be given this right to vote and to be elected much earlier. Those who contribute so much to the community should also be allowed to have a say in it. I am also in favor of lowering the voting age to 16 or lower, because democracy thrives on participation.
Unbedingt. Aus meiner Sicht müssten sie dieses Stimm- und Wahlrecht weit früher erhalten. Wer so viel zum Gemeinwesen beiträgt, soll in ihm auch mitbestimmen dürfen. Ich befürworte auch die Senkung des Stimmrechtsalters auf 16 oder tiefer, denn die Demokratie lebt von Partizipation.
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
In any case, however, it must be ensured that this decision is made in a self-determined manner and without external pressure. Therefore, such an approval must take place within narrow limits - and no physician may be obliged to carry it out.
Es muss aber in jedem Fall gewährleistet sein, dass diese Entscheidung selbstbestimmt und ohne äusseren Druck zustande kommt. Deshalb muss eine solche Zulassung in engen Grenzen erfolgen - und kein:e Ärzt:in darf zu einer Durchführung verpflichtet sein.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is incomprehensible that the Federal Council was still of the opinion in December 2022 that Swiss society was not yet ready for a third gender registration. Such a regulation is overdue - and e.g. the National Ethics Committee strongly recommends it.
Es ist unverständlich, dass der Bundesrat noch im Dezember 2022 die Meinung vertreten hat, die Schweizer Gesellschaft sei für einen dritten Geschlechtseintrag noch nicht bereit. Eine solche Regelung ist überfällig - und bspw. die Nationale Ethikkommission empfiehlt sie mit Nachdruck.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Yes, but there are still gaps, for example in access to reproductive medicine. These must be closed!
Ja, es gibt aber noch Lücken, etwa beim Zugang zur Fortpflanzungsmedizin. Diese sind zu schliessen!
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
On the contrary, the introduction of an inheritance tax is needed throughout Switzerland.
Es braucht im Gegenteil schweizweit die Einführung einer Erbschaftssteuer.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, the chosen solution must ensure that it does not lead to tax shortfalls, because these are anti-social and favor those who already earn well.
Die gewählte Lösung muss aber gewährleisten, dass sie nicht zu Steuerausfällen führt, denn diese sind unsozial und begünstigen diejenigen, die ohnehin schon gut verdienen.
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
I welcome the introduction of an inheritance tax. However, the exemption amount must be set high enough so that the tax does not set any false incentives and so that it is accepted by the population.
Ich begrüsse die Einführung einer Erbschaftssteuer. Der Freibetrag muss aber hoch genug angesetzt sein, damit die Steuer keine Fehlanreize setzt, und damit sie von der Bevölkerung angenommen wird.
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
This is particularly the case if tax competition between the cantons continues to be barely curbed.
Dies insbesondere dann, wenn der Steuerwettbewerb zwischen den Kantonen weiterhin kaum gebremst wird.
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
It is to be welcomed that now cantons and partly municipalities (Winterthur and Zurich) are leading the way with minimum wages.
Es ist zu begrüssen, dass nun Kantone und teils Gemeinden (Winterthur und Zürich) mit Mindestlöhnen vorangehen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
A general relaxation of the regulations would be the wrong way to go. This must be done in a targeted manner, and we must also reconsider the very numerous possibilities for lodging objections, which delay many projects immensely. However, I am in favor of relaxing the regulations in certain areas, especially with regard to additional use in the course of densification. However, this must not lead to a situation where owners can simply maximize their returns.
Eine allgemeine Lockerung der Vorschriften wäre der falsche Weg. Diese muss gezielt erfolgen, auch sind die heute sehr zahlreichen Einsprachemöglichkeiten zu überdenken, die viele Projekte ungemein verzögern. Punktuell stehe ich Lockerungen der Vorschriften aber positiv gegenüber, insbesondere was Mehrausnützung im Zuge der Verdichtung betrifft. Das darf aber nicht dazu führen, dass einfach von den Eigentümern die Renditen maximiert werden können.
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
A significant and noticeable reduction in car traffic is needed - in terms of climate and environmental policy, but also generally with regard to the quality of life of the population (noise). Every investment in greater capacities brings more traffic. This is the wrong way to go.
Es braucht - klima- und umweltpolitisch, aber auch allgemein mit Blick auf die Lebensqualität der Bevölkerung (Lärm) - eine signifikante und spürbare Reduktion des Autoverkehrs. Jede Investition in grössere Kapazitäten bringt mehr Verkehr. Das ist der falsche Weg.
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
This should be done sooner, given the fact that the new cars registered in 2035 will be in service for a long time. The aim is to achieve net zero as quickly as possible - and decarbonization of transport is indispensable for this. A good example of how bans can lead to more freedom.
Das sollte schon früher geschehen, angesichts der Tatsache, dass die 2035 neu zugelassenen Wagen lange in Betrieb sein werden. Es gilt, Netto Null so schnell wie möglich zu erreichen - und dafür ist die Dekarbonisierung des Verkehrs unverzichtbar. Ein gutes Beispiel, wie Verbote zu mehr Freiheit führen können.
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
Climate policy is a good example that shows how bans can also promote freedoms. Without bans, it will not be possible to achieve net zero. Of course, bans should not always be the first thing to go, but investments should be made first and foremost for a fossil-free future.
Die Klimapolitik ist ein gutes Beispiel, das zeigt, wie Verbote auch Freiheiten fördern können. Ohne Verbote wird es nicht möglich sein, Netto Null zu erreichen. Natürlich sollte aber nicht immer als erstes auf Verbote gesetzt werden, sondern in erster Linie Investitionen getätigt werden für eine fossilfreie Zukunft.
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
It will be indispensable to make compromises. This concerns the landscape (where we already tolerate many interferences, e.g. with cable cars or tourism buildings), as well as the townscape (it is necessary to install massively more solar plants on roofs and to allow such).
Es wird unverzichtbar sein, auch Kompromisse einzugehen. Das betrifft das Landschaftsbild (wo wir aber z.B. mit Seilbahnen oder Tourismusbauten schon viele Eingriffe tolerieren), ebenso wie das Ortsbild (es gilt, massiv mehr Solaranlagen auf Dächern zu installieren und solche zuzulassen).
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
This technology is not sustainable - nor is it foreseeable who would even be willing to finance or insure new such plants.
Diese Technologie ist nicht nachhaltig - es ist auch nicht absehbar, wer überhaupt bereit wäre, neue solche Anlagen zu finanzieren oder zu versichern.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In particular, the right to repair would be a great achievement.
Insbesondere das Recht auf Reparatur wäre eine grosse Errungenschaft.
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
This is a direct attack on the public service and balanced political information. This initiative must be fought at all costs!
Das ist ein direkter Angriff auf den Service Public und die ausgewogene politische Information. Diese Initiative ist unbedingt zu bekämpfen!
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There is an urgent need for more people to be able to participate in our democracy - and 16-year-olds are perfectly capable of forming independent political judgments.
Es ist dringend notwendig, dass mehr Menschen an unserer Demokratie teilhaben können - und 16-jährige sind perfekt in der Lage, sich ein eigenständiges politisches Urteil zu bilden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
But there are certain areas where cooperation makes sense because of the intergovernmental nature of the task, such as cybersecurity. However, this does not imply an expansion of cooperation with a purely military organization such as NATO.
Es gibt aber gewisse Bereiche, in denen eine Kooperation aufgrund der zwischenstaatlichen Natur der Aufgabe, etwa was die Cybersicherheit betrifft, sinnvoll ist. Das bedingt aber keinen Ausbau der Zusammenarbeit mit einer rein militärischen Organisation wie der NATO.
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
This under the conditions proposed by the SP when it came to the re-export of weapons to Ukraine. This means: The illegality of the attack under international law must have been established by the UN General Assembly.
Dies unter den Bedingungen, die von der SP vorgeschlagen worden sind, als es um die Wiederausfuhr von Waffen an die Ukraine ging. Das bedeutet: Die Völkerrechtswidrigkeit des Angiffs muss von der UN-Vollversammlung festgestellt worden sein.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The Corporate Responsibility Initiative, which called for this, found a majority among the electorate (unfortunately not among the cantons).
Die Konzernverantwortungsinititiave, die dies gefordert hat, hat bei der Stimmbevölkerung (leider nicht bei den Kantonen) eine Mehrheit gefunden.
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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Comment
It is absolutely central that people have unsupervised spaces at their disposal. However, this statement opens the door to increasing surveillance.
Es ist absolut zentral, dass Menschen unüberwachte Räume zur Verfügung haben. Mit dieser Aussage wird der zunehmenden Überwachung aber Tür und Tor geöffnet.
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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Effective measures are needed to ensure a redistribution of wealth.
Es bedarf griffiger Massnahmen, die eine Umverteilung des Wohlstands gewährleisten.
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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Comment
The right framework conditions are needed that ensure, among other things, that - the productivity gains generated by digitalization are effectively redistributed; - fundamental and human rights are strictly upheld in the use of digital systems, namely so-called artificial intelligence; - surveillance of the population is minimized - opportunities are distributed fairly, especially in terms of access to digital tools and infrastructure.
Es braucht die richtigen Rahmenbedingungen, die unter anderem gewährleisten, dass - die Produktivitätsgewinne, die durch die Digitalisierung erzielt werden, wirksam umverteilt werden; - bei der Nutzung digitaler Systeme, namentlich der sogenannten Künstlichen Intelligenz, Grund- und Menschenrechte strikt gewahrt werden; - die Überwachung der Bevölkerung minimiert wird; - die Chanen gerecht verteilt werden, was vor allem den Zugang zu digitalen Hilfsmitteln und Infrastrukturen betrifft.
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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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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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Comment
The network and services must be greatly expanded and improved in order to be able to curb fossil-fueled motorized individual transport, which is indispensable in terms of climate and environmental policy.
Netz und Angebot müssen stark ausgebaut und verbessert werden, um den fossil betriebenen motorisierten Individualverkehr eindämmen zu können, was klima- und umweltpolitisch unverzichtbar ist.
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
It is incomprehensible why even today such high credits for highway expansion are decided.
Es ist unverständlich, weshalb auch heute noch so hoe Kredite für den Autobahnausbau beschlossen werden.
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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Comment
In my view, there is currently no need for either a major expansion or a reduction.
Es besteht in meinen Augen aktuell weder Bedarf für einen grossen Ausbau, noch für eine Reduktion.
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
With its premium relief initiative, the SP has long demanded that health insurance premiums should not exceed 10% of disposable income for any Swiss household. Unfortunately, the bourgeois majority in Bern makes it impossible to pass a strong counter-proposal to this initiative (as it has already been decided in the National Council). There is an urgent need for measures against and relief from the permanently rising premiums!
Mit ihrer Prämienentlastungsinitiative fodert die SP schon lange, dass die Krankenkassenprämien für keinen Schweizer Haushalt 10% des verfügbaren Einkommens übersteigen dürfen. Leider verunmöglicht es die bürgerliche Mehrheit in Bern, dass ein griffiger Gegenvorschlag zu dieser Initiative (wie er im Nationalrat schon beschlossen wurde) verabschiedet werden könnte. Es braucht dringend Massnahmen gegen und eine Entlastung von den permanent steigenden Prämien!
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