Mattia Badrutt
Junge Grünliberale | 24.03
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
For decades, an excessive conversion rate has led to an opaque redistribution in the second pillar. It is primarily the younger generations and people with low pension assets, especially women, who bear this burden.
Seit Jahrzehnten führt ein überhöhter Umwandlungssatz zu einer undurchsichtigen Umverteilung in der zweiten Säule. Dabei sind es vor allem die jungen Generationen und Menschen mit geringem Vorsorgevermögen, insbesondere Frauen, die diese Last tragen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Sufficiently high vaccination rates should be achieved primarily through persuasion rather than coercion.
Genügend hohe Impfraten sollen primär durch Überzeugungsarbeit und nicht durch Zwang erzielt werden.
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
The federalist framework of Switzerland's political institutions already slows down decision-making processes considerably in normal times. For this reason, it is particularly important in Switzerland that, in the event of a crisis, legal foundations are created that enable the executive bodies to act quickly.
Die föderalistischen Rahmenbedingungen der politischen Institutionen der Schweiz verlangsamen bereits in normalen Zeiten Entscheidungsprozesse erheblich. Deshalb ist es gerade in der Schweiz wichtig, dass im Krisenfall gesetzliche Grundlagen geschaffen werden, die ein schnelles Handeln der Exekutivorgane ermöglichen.
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
In principle, the retention of competencies in this area is to be welcomed in order to bring order to the current chaos. However, it is still necessary to pay close attention to the respective cantonal differences, since, for example, the framework conditions in mountain regions are different from those in rural or urban regions.
Grundsätzlich ist eine Kompetenzerhaltung in diesem Bereich zu begrüssen, um weitgehend Ordnung in das jetzige Chaos zu bringen. Jedoch muss dabei weiterhin stark auf die jeweiligen kantonalen Unterschiede geachtet werden, da vor allem beispielsweise in Bergregionen andere Rahmenbedingungen vorliegen als in ländlichen oder städtischen Regionen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Cantonal standardization is more desirable in this area, but not a fundamental increase in the requirements.
Es ist in diesem Bereich eher eine kantonale Vereinheitlichung wünschenswert, jedoch keine grundsätzliche Erhöhung der Anforderungsvoraussetzungen.
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 person should be able to realize his or her full potential - throughout life. The talents and potential of all children must be fostered so that every child has the opportunity for a self-determined life.
Jeder Mensch soll sein volles Potenzial ausschöpfen können – und das ein Leben lang. Die Talente und Potenziale aller Kinder müssen gefördert werden, damit jedes Kind die Möglichkeit auf ein selbstbestimmtes Leben bekommt.
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland has one of the strictest naturalization regimes in the world. Naturalization is now seen in many places as the culmination of the integration process, although scientifically it often acts as a catalyst in integration. Lower requirements therefore do not necessarily lead to worse integration, but tend to lead to better integration, as the sense of belonging to a group is strengthened at an early stage.
Die Schweiz verfügt über eines der strengsten Einbürgerungsregime weltweit. Die Einbürgerung wird heute vielerorts als Krönung des Integrationsprozesses angesehen, obwohl sie wissenschaftlich betrachtet oft als Katalysator in der Integration fungiert. Tiefere Anforderungen führen deshalb nicht zwangsläufig zu schlechterer Integration, sondern tendenziell zu einer besseren, da das Gruppenzugehörigkeitsgefühl schon früh gestärkt wird.
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The quotas must be designed according to industry-specific needs. In addition, the administrative hurdles must be lowered.
Die Kontingente sind nach branchenspezifischen Bedürfnissen auszugestalten. Zudem müssen die administrativen Hürden gesenkt werden.
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
In a nutshell, such an approach does not correspond to our European values.
Kurz und knapp entspricht ein solches Vorgehen nicht unseren europäischen Werten.
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
It is not possible to complain about the lack of integration of foreigners if they are not given the opportunity to participate at the lowest political level. The right to vote and to be elected at the municipal level leads to a better integration of foreigners in their respective place of residence, especially in small closed municipalities.
Es kann nicht über die fehlende Integration von Ausländer:innen geklagt werden, wenn es ihnen nicht ermöglicht wird, sich auf der tiefsten politischen Ebene einzubringen. Das Stimm- und Wahlrecht auf Gemeindeebene führt zu einer besseren Integration von Ausländer:innen in ihrem jeweiligen Wohnort, insbesondere in kleinen verschlossenen Gemeinden.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Consumption is already widely tolerated today, so legalization would have mainly positive effects on the creation of a legal trade.
Der Konsum ist bereits heute weitgehend geduldet, weshalb eine Legalisierung vor allem positive Auswirkungen auf die Erschaffung eines legalen Handels hätte.
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
It places the highest value on the personal responsibility and freedom of each individual. This freedom may only be restricted if the freedom of third parties is curtailed or they are threatened with harm.
Die Eigenverantwortung und Freiheit jedes einzelnen Individuums hat ihr den höchsten Stellenwert. Diese Freiheit darf nur dann eingeschränkt werden, wenn die Freiheit Dritter beschnitten wird oder ihnen Schaden droht.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Alternatively, a waiver of the gender entry would also be advocated.
Alternativ wäre auch ein Verzicht des Geschlechtseintrages zu befürworten.
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
In view of the structural deficit, tax cuts are not appropriate in the current fiscal situation. However, support must continue to be given to important tax reforms, such as individual taxation.
Angesichts des strukturellen Defizits sind Steuersenkungen in der aktuellen Finanzlage nicht angebracht. Zu unterstützen sind jedoch weiterhin wichtige Steuerreformen, wie z.B. die Individualbesteuerung.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 Credit Suisse crisis has shown that such regulations are unfortunately necessary. For too long, the state has trusted blindly, which has now taken its revenge for the second time after the UBS crisis.
Die Credit-Suisse-Krise hat gezeigt, dass solche Vorschriften leider notwendig sind. Zu lange hat der Staat blind vertraut, was sich jetzt nach der UBS-Krise bereits zum zweiten Mal stark gerächt hat.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Alternatively, these funds should still be used primarily for existing potential in the area of rail or other public transportation.
Diese Gelder sollten alternativ vor allem noch für vorhandene Potenziale im Bereich der Bahn oder anderer öffentlicher Verkehrsmittel verwendet 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
In principle, a natural reduction of combustion engines through economic incentives in the field of electromobility would be desirable. In view of the bans already announced by EU partner states, a Swiss waiver of this ban will not be possible in the long term anyway.
Grundsätzlich wäre eine natürliche Verringerung von Verbrennungsmotoren durch wirtschaftliche Anreize im Bereich der Elektromobilität wünschenswert. Angesichts der bereits von EU-Partnerstaaten angekündigten Verbote wird ein schweizerischer Verzicht auf dieses Verbot langfristig ohnehin nicht möglich sein.
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
To ensure that our descendants can also develop freely in their lives, we have a duty to leave them neither ecological nor financial legacies. We want to achieve this primarily with incentives and only where not otherwise possible with regulations and prohibitions.
Damit sich auch unsere Nachkommen in ihrem Leben frei entfalten können, stehen wir in der Pflicht, ihnen weder ökologische noch finanzielle Altlasten zu hinterlassen. Das wollen wir in erster Linie mit Anreizen und nur wo nicht anders möglich mit Vorschriften und Verboten erreichen.
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
Here, a distinction must be made between long-term and short-term considerations, since, for example, a hydroelectric power plant generates more ecological benefit in the long term than the respective landscape that fell victim to its construction.
Hier ist zwischen langfristigen und kurzfristigen Überlegungen zu unterscheiden, da beispielsweise ein Wasserkraftwerk langfristig mehr ökologischen Nutzen generiert als die jeweilige Landschaft, die dem Bau zum Opfer fiel.
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
A future nuclear energy technology must offer solutions for all three problem areas: It must be intrinsically safe, i.e., without a self-sustaining chain reaction; All elements produced must have short half-lives; The danger of proliferation must be eliminated. This is not the case at the present time, which is why the focus must be on goal-oriented nuclear research and not on the construction of new NPPs.
Eine zukünftige Atomenergietechnologie muss Lösungen für alle drei Problembereiche bieten: Sie muss intrinsisch sicher sein, d.h. ohne selbsterhaltende Kettenreaktion auskommen; Alle entstehenden Elemente müssen kurze Halbwertszeiten haben; Die Gefahr der Proliferation muss gebannt sein. Dies ist zum jetzigen Zeitpunkt nicht der Fall, weshalb der Fokus auf einer zielführenden Atomforschung liegen muss und nicht auf dem Bau neuer KKW.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, care must be taken to determine whether 'green power' or power from non-renewable or environmentally harmful sources is being consumed.
Dabei ist jedoch darauf zu achten, ob 'grüner Strom' oder Strom aus nicht erneuerbaren oder umweltschädlichen Quellen verbraucht wird.
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
In principle, however, attention must be paid to individual cases which cause serious consequences for humans and animals.
Grundsätzlich ist dabei jedoch auf Einzelfälle zu achten, welche schwerwiegende Konsequenzen für Mensch und Tier verursachen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The long-term area target of 30% is prescribed in accordance with the UN Biodiversity Convention, which is officially supported not only by the EU but also by Switzerland. It is therefore incomprehensible that the Federal Council only demands an area target of 17% by 2030 for the protection of core areas in the NHG revision.
Das langfristige Flächenziel von 30% wird gemäß der Biodiversitätskonvention der UNO vorgeschrieben, das nicht nur von der EU, sondern auch von der Schweiz offiziell unterstützt wird. Es ist daher unverständlich, dass der Bundesrat in der NHG-Revision nur ein Flächenziel von 17% bis 2030 für den Schutz der Kerngebiete fordert.
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
If reusable systems and industry solutions do not bear fruit, bans or depot fees will have to be discussed.
Wenn Mehrwegsysteme und Branchenlösungen nicht fruchten, wird über Verbote oder Depot-Gebühren diskutieren werden müssen.
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
To be supported in principle, although such an implementation is likely to be difficult, especially in the area of internationalized digital electronics.
Grundsätzlich zu befürworten, wobei eine solche Umsetzung vor allem im Bereich der internationalisierten digitalen Elektronik schwierig sein dürfte.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The corona pandemic showed how parts of society became radicalized via Internet platforms and how disinformation is increasingly being spread. Independent regulatory bodies are needed here to counter this trend.
Die Coronapandemie hat gezeigt, wie sich Teile der Gesellschaft über Internetplattformen radikalisierten und wie zunehmend Desinformationen verbreitet werden. Es braucht hier unabhängige Regulierungsstellen, die diesem Trend entgegentreten.
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
Media diversity, quality journalism and regional media are central to a direct, federal and multilingual democracy like Switzerland. There is no doubt that innovations are needed in media funding, but not this kind of clear-cutting.
Die Medienvielfalt, Qualitätsjournalismus und regionale Medien sind zentral für eine direkte, föderale und mehrsprachige Demokratie wie die Schweiz. Bei der Medienförderung braucht es unbestritten Innovationen, aber nicht diesen Kahlschlag.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland already has a notoriously low voter turnout. Lowering the voting age would have an additional negative impact on this trend. A lowering of the voting age at the municipal level, on the other hand, would be welcome.
Die Schweiz verfügt bereits heute über eine notorisch tiefe Stimmbeteiligung. Eine Senkung des Stimmrechtsalters würde diesen Trend noch zusätzlich negativ beeinflussen. Eine Senkung des Stimmrechtsalters auf Gemeindebene wäre hingegen zu begrüssen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
An efficient and effective army does not necessarily have to be large, but highly specialized and equipped with the necessary technologically modern material.
Eine effiziente und schlagkräftige Armee muss nicht zwingend gross sein, sondern hochspezialisiert und mit dem nötigen technologisch modernen Material ausgerüstet sein.
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 complete independence of the Swiss Army is a pipe dream. The technologically advanced Western war materials, which Switzerland also possesses, make cooperation indispensable. If Switzerland wants to have a powerful and professional army in the future, cooperation with NATO countries must be increased. This does not mean that Switzerland should strive to join the organization, but that it should advocate deeper cooperation.
Die vollständige Eigenständigkeit der CH-Armee ist eine Wunschvorstellung. Die technologisch hochstehenden westlichen Kriegsmaterialien, über welche auch die Schweiz verfügt, machen eine Zusammenarbeit unabdingbar. Will die Schweiz in Zukunft eine schlagkräftige und professionelle Armee haben, muss die Zusammenarbeit mit NATO-Staaten erhöht werden. Dies bedeutet nicht, dass die Schweiz den Beitritt zur Organisation anstreben soll, sondern für eine vertiefte Kooperation einsetzen soll.
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
The re-export of war materials from third countries has no implication whatsoever for the 1907 Hague Law on Neutrality, which is why it is compatible with Swiss neutrality. It is not Switzerland's task to dictate to states such as Germany how they should deal with ammunition, some of which has in fact been in German possession for over 30 years.
Die Wiederausfuhr von Kriegsmaterialien aus Drittstaaten hat keinerlei Implikation auf das Haager Neutralitätsrecht von 1907, weshalb diese mit der schweizerischen Neutralität vereinbar ist. Es ist nicht die Aufgabe der Schweiz, Staaten wie beispielsweise Deutschland vorzuschreiben, wie sie mit Munition umzugehen haben, die sich teilweise bereits seit über 30 Jahren faktisch in deutschem Besitz befindet.
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
People who abide by our laws should be trusted and privacy guaranteed.
Menschen, die sich an unsere Gesetze halten, soll Vertrauen geschenkt und die Privatsphäre garantiert werden.
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 guillotine clause in the bilateral agreements with the EU stipulates that the termination of the Schengen Agreement leads to the entire termination of the bilateral agreement. Such action would be tantamount to economic suicide. In any case, a termination of the Schengen Agreement would be a capital misstep that would have far-reaching economic implications. One example would be the impossibility of smooth cross-border movement of foreign workers.
Die Guillotine-Klausel in den Bilateralen Abkommen mit der EU schreibt vor, dass die Kündigung des Schengen-Abkommens zur gesamten Kündigung des bilateralen Abkommens führt. Ein solches Handeln käme einem wirtschaftlichen Selbstmord gleich. Ohnehin wäre eine Kündigung des Schengen-Abkommens ein kapitaler Fehlschritt, der weitreichende ökonomische Implikationen mit sich bringen würde. Ein Beispiel dafür wäre die Verunmöglichung eines reibungslosen Grenzgängerverkehrs ausländischer Arbeitskräfte.
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
This is again not a question of will, but a question of facts. Switzerland is economically dependent on the EU and therefore relies on good relations. The current bilateral agreements are eroding, which increasingly leads to negative effects for the Swiss economy. Solutions are therefore needed quickly in the form of an institutional framework agreement or accession to the European Economic Area.
Dies ist wiederum keine Frage des Wollens, sondern eine Frage von Fakten. Die Schweiz ist wirtschaftlich abhängig von der EU und daher auf gute Beziehungen angewiesen. Die aktuellen bilateralen Verträge erodieren, was zunehmend zu negativen Effekten für die schweizerische Wirtschaft führt. Es sind daher rasch Lösungen in Form eines institutionellen Rahmenabkommens oder eines Beitritts zum Europäischen Wirtschaftsraum gefragt.
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 should consistently incorporate human rights, social and environmental standards into trade agreements; regular environmental and social impact assessments should be mandatory.
Die Schweiz soll Menschenrechts-, Sozial- und Umweltstandards konsequent in Handelsabkommen einbinden; regelmässige Umwelt- und Sozialverträglichkeitsprüfungen sollen dabei obligatorisch sein.
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This is not possible anyway, as the EU does not want to enter into such an agreement. The EU has shown in the recent past that it no longer wants to accept Switzerland's special status with the EU. The only solution at this point in time therefore remains an institutional framework agreement.
Dies ist ohnehin nicht möglich, da sich die EU nicht auf ein solches Abkommen einlassen will. Die EU hat in jüngster Vergangenheit gezeigt, dass sie den schweizerischen Sonderstatus mit der EU nicht länger akzeptieren will. Die einzige Lösung bleibt daher zum jetzigen Zeitpunkt ein institutionelles Rahmenabkommen.
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In addition to its neutral orientation, our country has always been committed to the observance of human rights and peace. Thus, it is no coincidence that international organizations such as the UN or the ICRC have settled here. Where human rights and international law collide with neutrality, these must be given greater weight. Sanctions or similar foreign policy instruments are therefore legitimate insofar as the recipient state systematically violates international or human rights.
Neben der neutralen Ausrichtung hat sich unser Land auch stets für die Einhaltung von Menschenrechten und Frieden eingesetzt. So ist es kein Zufall, dass sich internationale Organisationen wie die UNO oder das IKRK hier angesiedelt haben. Wo Menschenrechte und Völkerrecht mit der Neutralität kollidieren, sind diese höher zu gewichten. Sanktionen oder ähnliche aussenpolitische Instrumente sind deshalb legitim, insofern der Empfängerstaat Völker- oder Menschenrechte systematisch verletzt.
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Free market economy
What is your position the following statement: "In the long term, everyone benefits from a free market economy in the long term."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Compensate for differences in income and wealth
What is your position the following statement: "It is necessary for the State to balance out differences in income and wealth through redistribution".
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Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
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Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
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Comment
Ambitious environmental protection and a strong economy go hand in hand. In the medium to long term, poor environmental protection also has a negative impact on the economy or economic growth (destruction of natural resources, loss of biodiversity, damage to health, etc.).
Ambitionierter Umweltschutz und eine starke Wirtschaft gehen Hand in Hand. Mittel- bis langfristig wirkt sich mangelhafter Umweltschutz auch negativ auf die Wirtschaft bzw. das Wirtschaftswachstum aus (Vernichtung von natürlichen Ressourcen, Verlust an Biodiversität, gesundheitliche Schäden etc.).
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
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Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
As a result of demographic change, pension provision is increasingly becoming unbalanced. The GLP has set itself the goal of reducing the redistribution from employees to pensioners while preserving the pension level as best as possible. This requires an adjustment and flexibilization of the retirement age, taking into account industry-specific circumstances.
Durch den demografischen Wandel gerät die Altersvorsorge zunehmend in eine Schieflage. Die GLP hat es sich zum Ziel gesetzt, die Umverteilung von Arbeitnehmern zu Rentnern zu verringern und gleichzeitig das Rentenniveau bestmöglich zu bewahren. Dies erfordert eine Anpassung und Flexibilisierung des Rentenalters, wobei die branchenspezifischen Gegebenheiten berücksichtigt werden müssen.
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