Jonas Walther
Grünliberale | 24.04
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
The health insurance premium reduction is in fact only a symptom fight. The cost of mandatory health insurance no longer affects only households in modest economic circumstances, but also places an excessive burden on middle-class households. Thus, the premium reduction can only be a temporary solution.
Die Krankenkassen-Prämienverbilligung ist faktisch nur eine Symptombekämpfung. Die Kosten der obligatorischen Krankenversicherung betrifft nicht mehr nur Haushalte in bescheidenen wirtschaftlichen Verhältnissen, sondern belastet auch die mittelständischen Haushalte über Mass. So kann die Prämienverbilligung nur eine Übergangslösung sein.
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
Do you want to marry me or save on taxes and draw a higher pension...?
Willst du mich heiraten oder Steuern sparen und eine höhere Rente beziehen...
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
The guaranteed conversion rate in the mandatory plan has its downside. In order to be able to finance this, the conversion rate of the extra-mandatory is reduced accordingly. Somehow, the increasing retirement benefits due to longer life expectancy have to be financed. The personal responsibility of each and every individual must increase.
Der garantierte Umwandlungssatz im Obligatorium hat seine Kehrseite. Um diesen finanzieren zu können, wird der Umwandlungssatz des Überobligatorium entsprechend geschmälert. Irgendwie müssen die durch die längere Lebenserwartung steigenden Altersleistungen finanziert werden. Die Eigenverantwortung jedes und jeder Einzelnen muss zunehmen.
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
I am a father of two children myself. Making maternity leave more flexible would be desirable, as would family leave. An expansion of state benefits inevitably brings with it an even greater burden on social insurance.
Ich bin selber Vater von zwei Kindern. Eine Flexibilisierung vom Mutterschafts- hin zu einem Familienurlaub wäre erstrebenswert. Eine Ausweitung der staatlichen Leistungen bringt zwangsläufig eine noch höhere Belastung der Sozialversicherungen mit sich.
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
Although this again means government intervention, the latent housing shortage must be actively countered. The construction of non-profit housing or cooperative building are valid options to counter speculative housing construction.
Obwohl dies wieder einen staatlichen Eingriff bedeutet, muss der latenten Wohnungsnot aktiv entgegengetreten werden. Der Bau von gemeinnützigen Wohnungen oder auch das genossenschaftliche Bauen sind valable Optionen, dem spekulativen Wohnungsbau entgegenzutreten.
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
No, the authorities should limit themselves to vaccination recommendations and inform the public transparently and openly about the dangers of any infectious diseases. Everyone has the right to personal freedom, in particular to physical and mental integrity and to freedom of movement. This fundamental right is enshrined in the Federal Constitution.
Nein, die Behörden sollen sich auf Impfempfehlungen beschränken und die Öffentlichkeit über die Gefahren allfälliger Infektionskrankheiten transparent und offen informieren. Jeder Mensch hat das Recht auf persönliche Freiheit, insbesondere auf körperliche und geistige Unversehrtheit und auf Bewegungsfreiheit. Dieses Grundrecht ist in der Bundesverfassung festgeschrieben.
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
The consumption of sugar types is continuously increasing and yet no direct causality between sugar consumption and health can be established. A person's state of health is often determined by many more factors than a single ingredient in food.
Der Verbrauch von Zuckerarten steigt kontinuierlich und trotzdem kann keine direkte Kausalität zwischen Zuckerkonsum und Gesundheit festgestellt werden. Über den Gesundheitszustand eines Menschen entscheiden oftmals viel mehr Faktoren als ein einzelner Inhaltsstoff im Essen.
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
Every insurance solution is based on a solidarity principle. Increasing the minimum deductible would be a mere symptom fight, analogous to the state premium reduction.
Jede Versicherungslösung basiert auf einem Solidaritätsprinzip. Die Erhöhung der Mindestfranchise wäre analog der staatlichen Prämienverbilligung eine reine Symptombekämpfung.
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 Federal Council's encroachments on the rights of each and every individual during the Corona pandemic were without exception. It must surely be possible for our political system to remain capable of action even during a time of crisis and for such drastic measures to have broad political support.
Die Eingriffe des Bundesrats während der Corona-Pandemie in die Rechte jedes und jeder Einzelnen waren ausnahmslos. Es muss doch möglich sein, dass unser politisches System auch während einer Krisenzeit handlungsfähig bleibt und solche drastischen Massnahmen auch politisch breit abgestützt werden können.
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 investment costs in hospital buildings and the operation of hospitals are so cost-intensive that hospital planning should be carried out independently of any regional or cantonal requirements. Overall, there should be an unbundling between the federal government and the cantons in the healthcare sector.
Die Investitionskosten in Spitalbauten und der Betrieb von Spitälern ist dermassen kostenintensiv, dass die Spitalplanung unabhängig von irgendwelchen regionalen oder kantonalen Ansprüchen erfolgen sollte. Insgesamt müsste im Gesundheitswesen eine Entflechtung zwischen Bund und Kantonen erfolgen.
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
This is a question where there is no black or white. In school districts with an excessive number of children with an immigrant background, a system is created that does not bring the desired success and is extremely cost-intensive. An integrative measure is only successful if the children to be integrated do not make up the majority.
Das ist eine Frage, bei der es wohl nicht schwarz oder weiss gibt. In Schulkreisen mit übermässig vielen Kindern mit Migrationshintergrund entsteht ein System, welches nicht den gewünschten Erfolg mit sich bringt und äusserst kostenintensiv ist. Eine integrative Massnahme ist wohl nur dann von Erfolg, wenn die zu integrierenden Kinder nicht die Mehrheit ausmachen.
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 proportion of graduates with a high school diploma in Switzerland is high. However, since knowledge is a central resource in our country, I think it is desirable for as many young people as possible to be able to pursue their professional and educational aspirations. It seems more important to me to upgrade vocational apprenticeships and to level the wage gap.
Der Anteil der Absolventen einer gymnasialen Maturität in der Schweiz ist hoch. Da jedoch Wissen eine zentrale Ressource in unserem Land ist, finde ich es erstrebenswert, dass möglichst viele Jugendliche ihrem Berufs- und Bildungswunsch nachgehen können. Wichtiger erscheint mir die Aufwertung der Berufslehre und eine Angleichung der Lohnschere.
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
Education is a guarantee for prosperity and knowledge ensures integration and self-determination. In this sense, supporting students through complementary measures is always a good investment.
Bildung ist ein Garant für Wohlstand und Wissen sichert Integration und Selbstbestimmung. In diesem Sinne ist die Förderung von Schülerinnen und Schülern durch ergänzende Massnahmen immer ein gutes Investment.
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
Naturalization is a form of full integration. The prerequisite is an acceptance of the existing values. Too often, parallel worlds are created in which integration is not possible at all.
Eine Einbürgerung ist eine Art der vollständigen Integration. Voraussetzung ist eine Anerkennung der bestehenden Werte. Zu oft entstehen Parallelwelten, in denen Integration gar nicht möglich ist.
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 economy needs a qualified workforce. I would like to see companies empowering their employees themselves and allowing them to develop. There are very good examples in Switzerland and also in the canton of Solothurn.
Die Wirtschaft bedarf der qualifizierten Arbeitskräfte. Ich würde mir wünschen, dass die Unternehmen Ihre Mitarbeitenden selber befähigen und eine Entwicklung zulassen. Es gibt in der Schweiz und auch im Kanton Solothurn, sehr gute Beispiele.
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
Every state must share responsibility here. Shifting the blame does not solve the manifold human fates.
Hier muss jeder Staat Verantwortung mittragen. Ein weiterschieben löst die vielfältigen menschlichen Schicksale keineswegs.
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
For me, it is less a question of the time period, but rather the degree of integration should be decisive. The fundamental decision as to when someone should receive the right to vote and to be elected at the municipal level must be left to each individual municipality to decide in its own autonomy.
Es ist für mich weniger eine Frage des Zeitraumes, sondern vielmehr der Grad der Integration sollte entscheidend sein. Den grundsätzlichen Entscheid, wann jemand das Stimm- und Wahlrecht auf Gemeindeebene erhalten soll, muss jede einzelne Gemeinde in ihrer eigenen Autonomie entscheiden können.
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
It is up to each individual to be able to decide about himself and his body.
Es liegt im Ermessen jedes einzelnen Menschen, über sich und seinen Körper entscheiden zu können.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A bit old-fashioned, but here I stick to biology and thus to the x and y chromosomes. How a fellow human being dresses, which sexual affiliation he "commits himself to" and which religious group he joins, is not my concern.
Etwas altmodisch, aber hier halte ich mich an die Biologie und damit an die x- und y Chromosomen. Wie sich ein Mitmensch kleidet, welcher sexuellen Zugehörigkeit er sich "verpflichtet" und welcher religiösen Gruppierung er sich anschliesst, hat mich nicht zu kümmern.
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
Tax cuts would always be good! Unfortunately, tax cuts are also accompanied by reductions in services...
Steuersenkungen wären ja immer gut! Leider kommen mit Steuersenkungen auch Leistungseinbussen einher...
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The marriage penalty is really an injustice...and for me it is absolutely incomprehensible why this vexed issue has not been settled long ago.
Die Heiratsstrafe ist wirklich eine Ungerechtigkeit…und für mich absolut unverständlich, warum dieses leidige Thema nicht schon längst bereinigt wurde.
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
The gap between rich and poor is widening. That's why it would be a logical balance - but here, too, inheritance is not the same as inheritance.
Die Schere zwischen Arm und Reich geht immer weiter auseinander. Darum wäre es wohl ein logischer Ausgleich- aber auch hier ist eine Erbschaft nicht gleich einer Erbschaft.
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
Fiscal equalization is a central pillar of the Swiss Confederation and also a safeguarding component of federalism. The alternative would be a uniform taxation across all cantons and municipalities. At best, the partly nonsensical tax and settlement competition would be eliminated in the case of a uniform taxation.
Der Finanzausgleich ist ein zentraler Pfeiler der schweizerischen Eidgenossenschaft und auch sichernder Bestandteil des Föderalismus. Die Alternative wäre eine Einheitsbesteuerung über alle Kantone und Gemeinden. Allenfalls würde der zum Teil unsinnige Steuer- und Ansiedlungswettbewerb bei einer Einheitsbesteuerung wegfallen.
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
Work should be compellingly worthwhile! Otherwise we will have to pay the additional costs via the social security system...
Arbeit sollte sich zwingend lohnen! Ansonsten berappen wir die Mehrkosten über die Sozialwerke...
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 CS debacle has once again shown that something is not running smoothly in the financial sector.
Das CS-Debakel hat erneut aufgezeigt, dass im Finanzsektor etwas nicht rund läuft.
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
In a community, i.e. municipality, I inevitably live with other fellow human beings. My freedom ends where my actions restrict others. In this sense, the specifications are mandatory and, in view of the settlement, it is probably mandatory to have regulations.
In einer Kommune, sprich Gemeinde, lebe ich zwangsläufig mit anderen Mitmenschen. Meine Freiheit hört da auf, wo mein Handeln andere einschränkt. In diesem Sinne sind die Vorgaben zwingend und in Anbetracht des Siedlungsbreis braucht es wohl zwingend Vorschriften.
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
I hope that those companies that have not yet worked through this issue will run out of skilled workers en masse. Never better than with the current record low unemployment rate.
Ich hoffe, dass denjenigen Unternehmen, die dieses Thema noch nicht aufgearbeitet haben, die Fachkräfte massenweise davon laufen. Nie besser als bei der jetzigen rekordtiefen Arbeitslosenquote.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We will probably always have the need for individual mobility. But better supply inevitably stimulates demand.
Wir werden wohl immer das Bedürfnis nach individueller Mobilität haben. Aber ein besseres Angebot fördert zwangsweise auch die Nachfrage.
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
An outdated technology is being replaced...or are you still working with a slide rule.
Eine veraltete Technologie wird abgelöst...oder arbeiten Sie noch mit dem Rechenschieber.
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
...I don't fully believe in the fairy tale about incentives and target agreements...
...ich glaube ja nicht vollumfänglich an das Märchen mit den Anreizen und Zielvereinbarungen...
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
When we have consistently overbuilt every built-up area and sealed space with renewable energy sources, I will be for yes. In the future, we must better understand that there are numerous causalities between biodiversity loss and global warming and act accordingly. On the issue of high alpine PV plants, I am ashamed of the attitude of individual political actors in my home canton.
Wenn wir konsequent jede überbaute Fläche und jeder versiegelte Platz mit erneuerbaren Energiequellen überbaut haben, werde ich für ja sein. Wir müssen in Zukunft besser verstehen, dass zahlreiche Kausalitäten zwischen dem Biodiversitätsverlust und der Klimaerwärmung bestehen und dementsprechend handeln. In der Frage der hochalpinen PV-Anlagen schäme ich mich über die Einstellung einzelner politischer Akteure in meinem Heimatkanton.
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
...if the problem of nuclear waste is 100% solved and the operators would take 100% responsibility for any risk and damage, why not.
...wenn das Problem des Atommülls zu 100 % gelöst ist und die Betreiber und Betreiberinnen die 100 % Verantwortung für jedes Risiko und jeden Schadenfall übernehmen würden, warum nicht.
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
...otherwise tax cuts are really appropriate. No performance - no money!
...sonst sind Steuersenkungen wirklich angebracht. Keine Leistung - kein Geld!
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
This is a paradox. The more water, electricity, gas, oil, etc. a company consumes, the cheaper it becomes. Not really sensible in times when our resources are becoming more and more valuable and finite.
Das ist ein Paradoxon. Je mehr Wasser, Strom, Gas, Öl etc. ein Unternehmen verbraucht, desto günstiger wird es. Nicht wirklich sinnig in Zeiten, wo unsere Ressourcen immer wertvoller und endlicher werden.
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
I am a forester. For the forest, a balanced relationship between hunters and prey is a key element in safeguarding the forest stand.
Ich bin Förster. Für den Wald ist ein ausgeglichenes Verhältnis von Jägern und Beutetieren ein zentrales Element, um den Forstbestand zu sichern.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Direct payments encourage practices that are partly detrimental to ecology. Therefore, those farms that provide services on behalf of the public must be compensated.
Die Direktzahlungen fördern Handlungsweisen, die teilweise der Ökologie abträglich sind. Darum müssen jene Betriebe entschädigt werden, die Leistungen im Auftrag der Öffentlichkeit erbringen.
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
Mass keeping promotes diseases and anyone who has ever been in a chicken farm with battery cages cannot be convinced of this type of animal husbandry. I am convinced that high quality food can only be created when the development and/or growth happens as close to nature as possible.
Massenhaltung fördert Krankheiten und wer jemals in einer Hühnerfarm mit Legebatterien war, kann von dieser Art der Tierhaltung nicht überzeugt sein. Ich bin davon überzeugt, dass qualitativ hochwertige Nahrung erst entstehen kann, wenn die Entwicklung und/oder das Wachstum möglichst naturnah geschieht.
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
Actually, it should go further.
Eigentlich müsste es noch weiter gehen.
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
Switzerland cannot ignore technological change.
Die Schweiz kann sich dem technologischen Wandel nicht verschliessen.
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
If the federal government were to take the lead and develop e-government, billions could be saved throughout Switzerland. That must be possible somehow, despite federalism.
Wenn der Bund den Lead und die Entwicklung im E-Government übernehmen würde, könnten schweizweit Milliarden eingespart werden. Das muss doch trotz Föderalismus irgendwie möglich sein.
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
Fake news and the rapid development of artificial intelligence are a problem for the free formation of opinion and thus a latent threat to every democratic country. Action is needed here.
Fake -News und die rasante Entwicklung der künstlichen Intelligenz sind ein Problem für die freie Meinungsbildung und somit eine latente Bedrohung für jedes demokratische Land. Hier ist Handlungsbedarf.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I think it would be right for young people to be able to express their opinions. They are part of our society and heir to our actions.
Ich fände es richtig, wenn Jugendliche Ihre Meinung kundtun können. Sie sind Teil unserer Gesellschaft und Erbe unseres Handelns.
Introducing an optional financial referendum against federal spending
Should it be possible to hold a referendum on federal spending above a certain amount (optional financial referendum)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The complexity is too high.
Die Komplexität ist zu hoch.
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
No, despite the situation in Ukraine, it cannot be expedient for Switzerland to increase the target level of the armed forces.
Nein, trotz der Situation in der Ukraine kann es für die Schweiz nicht zielführend sein, den Sollbestand der Armee zu erhöhen.
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
This contradicts my understanding of neutrality.
Dies widerspricht meinem Verständnis von Neutralität.
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 contradicts my understanding of neutrality.
Dies widerspricht meinem Verständnis von Neutralität.
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
In some cases, monitoring can be useful.
Teilweise kann eine Überwachung sinnvoll sein.
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
I do not see the point and success enough.
Ich sehe den Sinn und Erfolg zu wenig.
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
We are in the middle of the EU and yet we would rather be on the outside. Unless it is to export 80% of our goods to the EU and increase our prosperity.
Wir sind mitten in der EU- und wollen doch lieber aussen vor sein. Ausser es geht darum, 80 % unserer Güter in die EU zu exportieren und unseren Wohlstand zu mehren.
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
The USA is about 8,000 km away as the crow flies. Not really the ideal trading partner.
Die USA sind rund 8'000 km Luftlinie entfernt. Eigentlich nicht wirklich der ideale Handelspartner.
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
Swiss companies that have subsidiaries abroad should be measured against the social and environmental standards of the respective country and implement them in full. Here, too, there would be the principle of voluntariness and the assumption of responsibility and not only shareholder value.
Die Schweizer Unternehmen, welche Tochterfirmen im Ausland haben, sollen sich an den Sozial- und Umweltstandards des jeweiligen Landes messen lassen und diese vollumfänglich umsetzen. Es gäbe ja auch hier das Prinzip der Freiwilligkeit und der Übernahme von Verantwortung und nicht nur der Shareholder-Value.
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 |
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Comment
No, the Bilateral Agreements are a model of success for Switzerland. Legal certainty in dealings and with the EU would be desirable.
Nein, die Bilateralen Verträge sind ein Erfolgsmodell für die Schweiz. Rechtssicherheit im Umgang und mit der EU wäre wünschenswert.
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 |
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Comment
Adopting economic sanctions can shorten a conflict. Globalization has one major advantage. The interlocking and economic interdependence among countries ensures a certain peaceful coexistence. If a country does not play along here, at least the economic consequences should be felt.
Die Übernahme von wirtschaftlichen Sanktionen kann einen Konflikt verkürzen. Die Globalisierung hat einen wesentlichen Vorteil. Die Verzahnung und die wirtschaftliche Abhängigkeit unter den Ländern sichert eine gewisse friedliche Koexistenz. Wenn ein Land hier nicht mitspielt, sollen zumindest die wirtschaftlichen Folgen spürbar sein.
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
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Free market economy
What is your position the following statement: "In the long term, everyone benefits from a free market economy in the long term."
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Compensate for differences in income and wealth
What is your position the following statement: "It is necessary for the State to balance out differences in income and wealth through redistribution".
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Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
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Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
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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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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
With the increasing financial pressure on the AHV, the flexibilization of the retirement age has gained in importance. This flexibilization makes it possible to remain in employment longer, but does not necessarily lead to success. If staying in the labor market is to be promoted, other approaches are needed. One possibility would be more attractive working conditions for older employees or completely new ways of thinking in order to secure the financing of social security.
Mit dem zunehmenden finanziellen Druck auf die AHV hat die Flexibilisierung des Rentenalters an Bedeutung gewonnen. Diese Flexibilisierung ermöglicht ein längeres Verbleiben in der Erwerbstätigkeit, führt aber nicht zwingend zu einem Erfolg. Soll der Verbleib im Arbeitsmarkt gefördert werden, braucht es andere Ansätze. Eine Möglichkeit wären attraktivere Arbeitsbedingungen für ältere Arbeitnehmende oder komplett neue Denkmodelle, um die Finanzierung der Sozialversicherungen zu sichern.
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