Alain Homberger
FDP.Die Liberalen | 18.02
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
Particularly for low-income families, health insurance premiums are hardly affordable anymore. At the same time, however, measures must be taken to curb healthcare costs. Unnecessary treatments must be avoided. More generic drugs must be used.
Insbesondere für Familien mit geringem Einkommen sind die Krankenkassenprämien kaum mehr tragbar. Gleichzeitig müssen aber auch Massnahmen ergriffen werden, um die Gesundheitskosten zu dämpfen. Unnötige Behandlungen sind zu vermeiden. Mehr Generika sind einzusetzen.
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
An individual pension (analogous to individual taxation) is to be aimed for. If both spouses have worked all their lives, they should also receive a corresponding AHV pension.
Es ist eine Individualrente (analog Individualbesteuerung) anzustreben. Wenn beide Ehepartner ein Leben lang gearbeitet haben, sollen sie auch eine entsprechend AHV-Rente erhalten.
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
Unfortunately, this is unavoidable because the pensions with an unconversion rate of 6.8% are financed by the younger insured, since the saved retirement capital is not sufficient. However, the coordination deduction should be abolished in any case (full insurance) so that low incomes are also entitled to a pension and entry into the PF with saving of the retirement capital should already take place from the age of 20. The situation is alleviated with a higher retirement age.
Leider ist das unumgänglich, weil die Renten mit einem Unwandlungssatz von 6.8% durch die jüngeren Versicherten finanziert werden, da das angesparte Alterskapital nicht ausreicht. Es sollte jedoch auf jeden Fall der Koordinationsabzug abgeschafft werden (Vollversicherung) damit auch geringe Einkommen pensionsberechtigt werden und der Eintritt in die PK mit Ansparen des Alterskapitals soll bereits ab 20 Jahren erfolgen. Mit einem höheren Pensionierungsalter entschärft sich die Situation.
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
At most, parental leave can be set at 16 weeks with freedom of choice for both parents on how to divide it.
Allenfalls kann die Elternzeit auf 16 Wochen festgelegt werden mit Wahlfreiheit für beide Elternteile, wie sie es aufteilen möchten.
Further encourage the construction of social housing
Should the federal government provide more financial support for public housing construction? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The housing shortage is caused by too little construction activity as a result of too many regulations and obstacles.
Die Wohnungsknappheit entsteht durch zu geringe Bautätigkeit als Folge von zu vielen Vorschriften und Hindernissen.
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
The vaccination of children is the responsibility of the parents, however, with their decision, the parents also assume responsibility for the consequences of their decision. Very clear information and advice is needed here.
Die Impfung von Kindern liegt in der Verantwortung der Eltern, allerdings übernehmen die Eltern mit ihrer Entscheidung auch die Verantwortung für die Folgen ihrer Entscheidung. Hier ist ganz klare Information und Beratung notwendig.
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
If a levy is introduced, it must be used for prevention against the consequences of excessive sugar consumption. Information and the promotion of personal responsibility have the best effect.
Falls eine Abgabe eingeführt wird, muss diese für die Prävention gegen die Folgen von übermässigem Zuckerkonsum verwendet werden. Die beste Wirkung hat Information und Förderung der Eigenverantwortung.
Contribution to healthcare costs
Should insured persons contribute more to health care costs (e.g., increase the minimum deductible)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Emergency wards should be allowed to collect an additional fee directly for trivial and "non-emergency" cases. Likewise, excessive unnecessary visits to the doctor (even to different doctors) for the same condition should lead to cost sharing.
Nofallstationen sollen bei Bagatellen und "Nicht-Notfällen" eine Zusatzgebühr direkt einziehen dürfen. Ebenfalls sollen übermässige unnötige Arztbesuche (auch bei verschiedenen Ärzten) für das gleiche Leiden zu Kostenbeteiligungen führen.
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
Switzerland has managed the pandemic situation very well. Decisions are made in emergency situations to the best of our knowledge and belief. Looking back, there are always decisions that could have been made better or differently.
Die Schweiz hat die Pandemisituation sehr gut in den Griff bekommen. Entscheidungen werden in Notsituationen nach bestem Wissen und Gewissen getroffen. Zurückblickend finden sich immer Entscheidungen, die besser oder anders auch möglich gewesen wären.
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
The excess supply must be financed by the cantons. It is in the interest of the cantons that cooperation across cantonal borders is promoted so that the costs and quality of hospitals improve in the future.
Das Übergangebot muss durch die Kantone finanziert werden. Es liegt im Interesse der Kantone, dass Zusammenarbeit über die Kantonsgrenzen hinweg gefördert wird, damit Kosten und Qualität der Spitäler in Zukunft besser werden.
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
It is a question of how the learning difficulties affect the class. Pupils with major problems can, if necessary, be better supported in adapted special classes and, at the same time, the regular classes can be better taught by teachers who are already under great pressure.
Es ist eine Frage wie sich die Lernschwierigkeiten auf die Klasse auswirken. Schüler mit grossen Problemen, können gegebenenfalls besser in angepassten Spezialklassen gefördert werden und gleichzeitig können die Regelklassen durch die sonst schon stark geforderten Lehrkräfte besser unterrichtet werden.
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
The Gymnasiale Matura is the preparation for a direct university study (also ETH). Alternatively, any person with an EFZ can also complete university studies via the BMS (Berufsmittelschule) and subsequent university studies (with sufficient performance). Our education system places a special focus on permeability. In our neighboring countries, a larger proportion of students with a baccalaureate has led to a decline in the quality of education.
Die Gymnasiale Maturität ist die Vorbereitung auf ein direktes universitäres Studium (auch ETH). Alternativ dazu kann jede Person mit einem EFZ über die BMS (Berufsmittelschule) und anschliessendem Hochschulstudium ebenfalls ein universitäres Studium abschliessen (bei genügender Leistung). Unser Bildungssystem legt einen besonderen Fokus auf Durchlässigkeit. Eine grössere Maturitätsquote führte in unseren Nachbarländern zu einer sinkenden Ausbildungsqualität.
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
Every franc invested in education is a franc well spent. Increasing equal opportunities promotes the level of education - our only raw material.
Jeder in die Bildung investierte Franken ist ein gut investierter Franken. Die Erhöhung der Chancengleichheit fördert das Bildungsniveau - unser einziger Rohstoff.
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
Successful integration and Swiss living conditions must in any case be a prerequisite for naturalization. On the other hand, we should be open to people who want to work for the future of Switzerland.
Die erfolgreiche Integration und die Schweizerischen Lebensverhältnisse müssen auf jeden Fall Voraussetzung für eine Einbürgerung sein. Wir sollten andererseits offen sein für Menschen, die sich für die Zukunft der Schweiz engagieren wollen.
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
We are absolutely dependent on skilled workers to secure our prosperity, and it is irrelevant from which areas these skilled workers come.
Wir sind auf Fachkräfte zur Sicherung unseres Wohlstandes absolut angewiesen, da ist es irrelevant aus welchen Gebieten diese Fachkräfte kommen.
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
We should rather integrate asylum seekers into the work process at an early stage and familiarize them with Swiss customs.
Wir sollten vielemehr die Asylsuchenden frühzeitig in den Arbeitsprozess integrieren und sie mit den Schweizerischen Gepflogenheiten bekannt machen.
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
Naturalization is to be promoted. If someone has lived in Switzerland for 10 years and fulfills the other requirements, he / she can actively participate and get involved in politics via this path.
Die Einbürgerung ist zu fördern. Wenn jemand 10 Jahre in der Schweiz lebt und die weiteren Voraussetzungen erfüllt, kann er / sie über diesen Weg aktiv politisch mitwirken und sich engagieren.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The pilot tests currently underway show possible paths to legalization.
Die gegenwärtig laufenden Pilotversuche zeigen mögliche Wege zur Legalisierung auf.
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
If the decision of the person willing to die is still clear, but the capacity to act is no longer given, then a physician should be allowed to provide assistance.
Wenn die Entscheidung des Sterbewilligen weiterhin klar ist, die Handlungsfähigkeit aber nicht mehr gegeben ist, dann soll ein Arzt / eine Ärztin Hilfestellung leisten dürfen.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
From a liberal point of view, a third gender is conceivable, but all legal consequences must be thought through and discussed in advance.
Aus liberalier Sicht ist ein drittes Geschlecht vorstellbar, allerdings müssen alle rechtlichen Konsequenzen vorab durchdacht und diskutiert werden.
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
With lower taxes, each individual has more financial options. However, the federal budget must remain balanced (debt brake).
Bei tieferen Steuern verfügt jede einzelne Person mehr finanzielle Möglichkeiten. Allerdings muss der Bundeshaushalt ausgeglichen bleiben (Schuldenbremse).
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Individual taxation is part of gender equality.
Die Individualbesteuerung ist Teil der Geschlechtergleichberechtigung.
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, the cantons have a wealth tax, and inheritance tax would at most be conceivable as an alternative to wealth tax. The wealth tax, as a current tax, is more balanced for the community and therefore more predictable. An inheritance tax would be a major hurdle for succession, especially for our SMEs.
In der Schweiz haben die Kantone eine Vermögenssteuer, die Erbschaftssteuer wäre höchstens alternativ zur Vermögenssteuer vorstellbar. Wobei die Vermögenssteuer als laufende Steuer für die Gemeinwesen ausgeglichener anfällt und somit planbarer ist. Eine Erbschaftssteuer wäre insbesondere für unser KMUs ein grosse Hürde bei der Nachfolge.
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
Healthy tax competition is an incentive for all communities (cantons / municipalities) to use tax revenues in a budgetary and responsible manner.
Ein gesunder Steuerwettbewerb ist für alle Gemeinwesen (Kantone / Gemeinden) ein Ansporn die Stuermittel haushälterisch und verantwortungsbewusst einzusetzen.
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
This issue should be regulated via CLAs
Diese Frage sollte über GAVs geregelt werden
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
The density of regulation is already quite high, but excesses must be prevented - personal responsibility would be required ...
Die Regulierungsdichte ist bereits recht hoch, allerdings müssen Auswüchse verhindert werden - Eigenverantwortung wäre gefragt ...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It must be ensured that the network infrastructure does not suffer as a result.
Es muss sichergestellt werden, dass die Netzinfrastruktur nicht darunter leidet.
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
These regulations are the main cause of the current housing shortage.
Diese Vorschriften sind Haupt-Ursache der aktuellen Wohnungsknappheit.
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
Wage inequality is actionable. The social partners can take care of this issue.
Lohnungleichheit ist einklagbar. Die Sozialpartner können sich um diese Frage kümmern.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Private motorized transport is part of the overall transport system. The infrastructure must be provided in line with demand.
Der motorisierte Individualverkehr ist Teil des gesamten Verkehrssystems. Die Infrastruktur muss bedarfsgerecht bereitgestellt 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
CO2 emissions are to be reduced in a technology-neutral manner. Alternative fuels are possible by 2035 and should not be excluded from the outset.
Der CO2 Ausstoss soll Technologieneutral reduziert werden. Bis 2035 sind alternative Treibstoffe möglich und sollen nicht von vornherein ausgeschlossen werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The current regulations are overflowing. The overall interest must be taken into account in the energy sector; particular interests must not prevent energy policy.
Die aktuellen Vorschriften sind am überborden. Das Gesamtinteresse ist im Energiebereich zu beachten, Partikularinteressen dürfen die Energiepolitik nicht verhindern.
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
It is imperative that nuclear power plants of the latest generation be tested. In Switzerland, in particular, a high safety standard can be assumed.
Atomkraftwerke der neuesten Generation müssen unbedingt geprüft werden, Insbesondere in der Schweiz ist von einem hohen Sicherheitsstandard auszugehen.
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
This is indispensable to prevent the further concentration of the population in the cities.
Dies unabdingbar um die weitere Konzentration der Bevölkerung auf die Städte zu verhindern.
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
In case of large electricity consumption, electricity saving measures become attractive even without progressive electricity tariffs. This idea of progressive electricity tariffs does not take into account the reasons for (legitimate) higher electricity consumption.
Bei grossem Stromverbrauch werden Stromsparmassnahmen attraktiv auch ohne progressive Stormtarife. Diese Idee von progressiven Stromtarifen berücksichtig die Gründe für einen (legitimen) höheren Stromverbrauch nicht.
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
The densely populated Switzerland does not tolerate additional green predators.
Die dicht besiedelte Schweiz erträgt keine zusätzliche Grussraubtiere.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current solution already requires proof of ecological performance. An extension of the regulations additionally complicates the already not easy situation of the farmers.
Die heutige Lösung verlangt bereits einen ökologischen Leistungsnachweis. Eine Ausweitung der Vorschriften erschwert zusätzlich die bereits heute nicht einfache Situation der Landwirte.
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We already have one of the world's most progressive animal welfare legislations. The agricultural direct payments take into account particularly animal-friendly forms of husbandry.
Wir haben bereits eine der weltweit fortschrittlichsten Tierschutzgesetzgebungen. Die landwirtschaftlichen Direktzahlungen berücksichtigen besonders tierfreundliche Haltungsformen.
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
If all low-intensity farmed land and natural areas that are not farmed are taken into account, we are not far from the 30%.
Wenn alle wenig intensiv bewirtschafteten Flächen und Naturflächen, die nicht bewirtschaftet sind berücksichtigt werden, sind wir nicht weit von den 30% entfernt.
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
Personal responsibility must be in the foreground.
Die Eigenverantwortung muss im Vordergrund stehen.
More sustainable use of electronic devices
Are you in favour of government measures to make the use of electronic devices more sustainable (e.g., right to repair, extension of warranty period, minimum guaranteed period for software updates)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Modern, high-performance, nationwide communications are a prerequisite for a modern economy and for our leisure behavior.
Moderne, leistungsfähige und flächendeckende Kommunikation ist eine Voraussetzung für eine moderne Wirtschaft und für unser Freizeitverhalten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Specifications that serve intercompatibility and security are useful.
Vorgaben die der Interkompatibilität und der Sicherheit dienen sind sinnvoll.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In cooperation with bodies of the EU, this is to be advocated.
In Zusammenarbeit mit Stellen der EU ist das zu befürworten.
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
The double burden on private individuals and companies is an absurdity
Die Doppelbelastung von Privatpersonen und Unternehmen ist ein Unding
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
If the voting age were lowered to 16, rights and obligations would no longer be in balance.
Bei einer Senkung des Stimmrechtsalters auf 16 Jahre wären Rechte und Pflichten nicht mehr im Gleichgewicht.
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
This regulation has been successful in the cantons and the municipalities.
Diese Regelung ist in den Kantonen und den Gemeinden erfolgreich.
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
The population is increasing and so is the threat situation
Die Bevölkerung nimmt zu und die Bedrohnungslage ebenfalls
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
The current cooperation can be moderately expanded and modernized. Accession is out of the question.
Die gegenwärtige Zusammenarbeit kann moderat ausgebaut und modernisiert werden. Ein Beitritt kommt nicht in Frage.
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
In the case of wars of aggression determined by the UN to be contrary to international law, the export of weapons is to be legitimized.
Bei durch die UNO festgestellten völkerrechtwidrigen Angriffskriegen soll die Ausfuhr von Waffen legitimiert 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland is not a surveillance state!
Die Schweiz ist kein Überwachungsstaat!
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
The current solution has proven its worth.
Die gegenwärtige Lösung hat sich bewährt.
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 must align itself internationally. The bilateral treaties must be led into the future.
Die Schweiz muss sich international ausrichten. Die bilateralen Verträge müssen in die Zukunft geführt werden.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland's security of supply would be jeopardized by a free trade agreement including agriculture with the USA
Die Versorgungssicherheit der Schweiz würde durch ein Freihandelsabkommen inkl. Landwirtschaft mit den USA gefährdet
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
Can this be verified at all?
Kann das überhaupt überprüft werden?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The EU will pretty much not go for it
Die EU wird ziemlich sicher nicht darauf eintreten
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We are part of a global community. Neutrality is not a renunciation of morality and responsibility.
Wir sind Teil einer Weltgemeinschaft. Neutralität ist nicht Verzicht auf Moral und Verantwortung.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This should be the case, but it must be ensured that we continue to live in a state governed by the rule of law.
Das sollte so sein, dafür muss sichergestellt sein, dass wir weiterhin in einem Rechtsstaat leben
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The social safety nets must be in place for hardship cases
Die sozialen Auffangnetze müssen für Härtefälle vorhanden sein
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".
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This is already taking place today
Das findet heute bereits statt
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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Both parents should take care of the child and at the same time not neglect the professional development. Many measures to reconcile work and family are necessary.
Beide Elternteile sollen sich um das Kind kümmern und gleichzeitig die berufliche Entwicklung nicht vernachlässigen. Viele Massnahmen zur Vereinbarkeit von Beruf und Familie sind notwendig.
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
The risks must be identified and minimized
Die Risiken müssen erkannt und minimiert werden
Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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Comment
The disadvantages of "locking away" criminals are harmful for us in the long run
Die Nachteile des "Wegschliessens" von Kriminellen sind für uns langfristig schädlich
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
Only when our livelihoods are threatened
Nur wenn unsere Lebensgrundlagen bedroht sind
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
The current solution appears balanced. Balancing must be implemented on an ongoing basis
Die gegenwärtige Lösung erscheint ausgeglichen. Austarierungen sind laufend umzusetzen
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
Education and research are of crucial importance for a country like Switzerland, which is poor in raw materials
Bildung und Forschung sind für ein rohstoffarmes Land wie die Schweiz von ausschlaggebender Bedeutung
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Comment
Security of supply must be guaranteed. With fewer regulations, the costs of agricultural production can also be reduced.
Die Versorgungssicherheit ist zu gewährleisten. Mit weniger Vorschriften können auch die Kosten der landwirtschaftlichen Produktion gesenkt werden.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
Public transport is part of the overall transport system. The infrastructure must be provided in line with demand.
Der öffentliche Verkehr ist Teil des gesamten Verkehrssystems. Die Infrastruktur muss bedarfsgerecht bereitgestellt werden.
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
Private motorized transport is part of the overall transport system. The infrastructure must be provided in line with demand.
Der motorisierte Individualverkehr ist Teil des gesamten Verkehrssystems. Die Infrastruktur muss bedarfsgerecht bereitgestellt werden.
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
There is a need to catch up, especially considering the current threat situation
Es besteht Nachholbedarf, insbesondere unter Berücksichtigung der aktuellen Bedrohungslage
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
We are getting older and it is irresponsible to profit longer and longer at the expense of the younger generations. Together with a flexibilization for people with particularly strenuous activities, further industry-specific solutions should be sought (analogous to the main construction industry). At present, the average life expectancy after reaching the AHV age is already over 20 years - and the trend is rising.
Wir werden immer älter und es ist unverantwortlich immer länger auf Kosten der jüngeren Generationen zu profitieren. Zusammen mit einer Flexibilisierung für Menschen, mit besonders anstrengenden Tätigkeiten sind weitere branchenspezifische Lösungen anzustreben (analog Bauhauptgewerbe). Gegenwärtig beträgt die durchschnittliche Lebenserwartung ab Erreichung des AHV-Alters bereits über 20 Jahre - Tendenz steigend.
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