Boris Meier
Grünliberale | 06a.06
Welfare state & family
Raise the retirement age to 67
Do you support an increase in the retirement age (e.g., to 67)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Funding should be increased at the same rate that health insurance premiums are rising.
Die Mittel sollten in gleichem Masse erhöht werden, wie die Krankenkassenprämien steigen.
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
The lifting of the ceiling leads to the strengthening of the better position of marriage compared to other life models. However, the lifting of the ceiling could be one piece of the of many pieces in the puzzle of an overall revision of rights and obligations in connection with marital status.
Die Aufhebung der Plafonierung führt zur Verstärkung der Besserstellung der Ehe gegenüber anderen Lebensmodellen. Die Aufhebung der Plafonierung könnte aber ein Puzzlestein von vielen bei einer Gesamtrevision der Rechte und Pflichten im Zusammenhang mit dem Zivilstand sein.
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 excessively high conversion rate causes an unfair redistribution from the younger to the older generation.
Der zu hohe Umwandlungssatz verursacht eine ungerechte Umverteilung von der jüngeren an die ältere Generation.
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
There needs to be a "parental leave" that can be divided flexibly between mom and dad. However, it does not have to be longer than the current 16 weeks. But there needs to be a generous, uncomplicated care leave in case the child is born sick or disabled.
Es braucht eine "Elternzeit", die flexibel zwischen Mama und Papa aufgeteilt werden kann. Sie muss insgesamt aber nicht länger sein, als die heutigen 16 Wochen. Dafür aber einen grosszügigen unkomplizierten Betreuungsurlaub, falls das Kind krank oder behindert auf die Welt kommt.
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 |
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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 |
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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
The "polluter pays" principle and personal responsibility should also be strengthened in the area of healthcare costs. At the same time, due to the high burden, premium reductions should be expanded in a targeted manner.
Verursacherprinzip und Eigenverantwortung sind grundsätzlich auch bei den Gesundheitskosten zu stärken. Gleichzeitig sollen aufgrund der hohen Belastung die Prämienverbilligungen gezielt ausgebaut werden.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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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
I support the standardization of requirements throughout Switzerland.
Ich befürworte die schweizweite Vereinheitlichung der Anforderungen.
Equal opportunities in education
Should the state be more committed to equal educational opportunities (e.g., through subsidized remedial courses for students from low-income families)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Even more purposeful in the longer term would be to do away with the gender entry.
Noch zielführender wäre längerfristig ein Verzicht auf den Geschlechtseintrag.
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
Due to the structural deficit, tax cuts are not appropriate in the current financial situation. I support tax reforms, such as individual taxation.
Aufgrund des strukturellen Defizits sind Steuersenkungen in der aktuellen Finanzlage nicht angebracht. Ich unterstütze 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Today, equal pay for men and women must be an absolute matter of course. Anything else is unacceptable. However, control is already good today, because larger companies must regularly carry out equal pay analyses.
Die Lohngleichheit von Mann und Frau muss heute eine absolute Selbstverständlichkeit sein. Alles andere ist nicht akzeptabel. Die Kontrolle ist heute aber schon gut, denn grössere Unternehmen müssen regelmässig Lohngleichheitsanalysen durchführen.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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, I am in favor of incentives and incentive taxes rather than bans. Sometimes, however, clear announcements are needed (as in this case) so that society and the economy can plan ahead with certainty.
Grundsätzlich befürworte ich eher Anreize und Lenkungsabgaben anstatt Verbote. Manchmal braucht es aber auch klare Ansagen (wie in diesem Fall), damit für Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft Planungssicherheit besteht.
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
In principle, I am in favor of incentives and incentive taxes rather than bans. Sometimes, however, clear announcements (i.e. bans) are needed so that society and the economy can plan ahead with certainty.
Grundsätzlich befürworte ich eher Anreize und Lenkungsabgaben anstatt Verbote. Manchmal braucht es aber auch klare Ansagen (sprich Verbote), damit für Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft Planungssicherheit besteht.
Make the rules for renewable energy less strict
Do you think it's fair that environmental and landscape protection rules are being relaxed to allow for the development of renewable energy?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is important to note that all facilities in nature could be completely deconstructed at a later date (e.g., by the next generation).
Wichtig ist, darauf zu achten, dass alle Anlagen in der Natur zu einem späteren Zeitpunkt (z.B. von der nächsten Generation) wieder vollständig zurückgebaut werden könnten.
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
With our nuclear waste, which will continue to radiate for thousands of years, we are leaving behind a large mortgage for all future generations. Today, we cannot ensure that it can be disposed of safely for all time. But I am in favor of further research in this field, and in the field of nuclear fusion.
Wir hinterlassen mit unserem Atommüll, der noch Tausende von Jahren strahlen wird, eine grosse Hypothek für alle kommenden Generationen. Wir können heute nicht sicherstellen, dass er für alle Zeit gefahrenlos endgelagert werden kann. Ich befürworte aber weitere Forschung auf diesem Gebiet, und auf dem Gebiet der Kernfusion.
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
It all comes down to intelligent implementation. For example, there are alternatives to post offices. The only thing that matters is the service and not the method of delivery.
Es kommt auf eine intelligente Umsetzung an. Z.B. gibt es Alternativen zu Poststellen. Entscheidend ist nur der Service und nicht die Art der Erbringung.
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
It all depends on the design. In principle, the electricity price should become more dynamic and result from supply and demand.
Es kommt auf die Ausgestaltung an. Der Strompreis sollte grundsätzlich dynamischer werden und sich aus Angebot und Nachfrage ergeben.
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 wolf in particular causes a lot of animal suffering, especially among sheep flocks, as well as great expense for farmers. We should not only think about the welfare of the wolves, but also about that of the farm animals.
Gerade der Wolf verursacht viel Tierleid v.a. bei Schafherden sowie grossen Aufwand für Landwirte. Wir sollten nicht nur an das Wohl der Wölfe denken, sondern auch an dasjenige der Nutztiere.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
National territory available for biodiversity conservation
Should 30% of Switzerland's land area be dedicated to preserving biodiversity? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ban on single-use plastics
Would you support a ban on single-use plastic and non-recyclable plastics? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The problem is not the plastic itself, but that it is made from petroleum. In the future, plastic must be produced sustainably, making single-use plastic climate-neutral.
Das Problem ist nicht der Kunststoff an sich, sondern, dass er aus Erdöl hergestellt wird. Kunststoff muss in Zukunft nachhaltig produziert werden, damit wird Einwegplastik klimaneutral.
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
The problem is not the (premature) disposal of electronic devices, but the fact that they are still made from fossil products such as plastic. The lever must be applied to the production of these products. If these are produced sustainably (e.g. from renewable plastic), (premature) disposal is also not a problem.
Das Problem ist nicht die (verfrühte) Entsorgung von elektronischen Geräten, sondern, dass diese heute noch aus fossilen Produkten wie Plastik hergestellt werden. Der Hebel muss bei der Herstellung dieser Produkte angesetzt werden. Wenn diese nachhaltig produziert werden (z.B. aus erneuerbarem Kunststoff), ist auch eine (verfrühte) Entsorgung kein Problem.
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
However, one might wonder whether it is necessary for everyone on the commuter train to be able to watch videos in high resolution.
Wobei man sich schon fragen kann, ob es nötig ist, dass jede und jeder in der S-Bahn Videos in hoher Auflösung schauen können muss.
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
Fake news is a great threat to our democracy.
Fake-News sind eine grosse Bedrohung unserer Demokratie.
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
There is no doubt that innovations are needed in media promotion. But media diversity should be promoted, and not just ONE media house (SRG).
Bei der Medienförderung braucht es unbestritten Innovationen. Aber es soll die Medienvielfalt gefördert werden, und nicht nur EIN Medienhaus (SRG).
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In return, however, the adult penal code would also have to be lowered to 16.
Das Erwachsenenstrafrecht müsste im Gegenzug aber auch auf 16 Jahre gesenkt werden.
Introducing an optional financial referendum against federal spending
Should it be possible to hold a referendum on federal spending above a certain amount (optional financial referendum)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Security & military
Increasing the size of the army to at least 120,000 soldiers
Are you in favor of expanding the army's target number of soldiers to at least 120,000?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Scumonda da visar automaticamain la fatscha en locals publics
Should automatic facial recognition be banned in public spaces?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Denounce the Schengen Agreement and strengthen border controls
Should Switzerland terminate the Schengen agreement with the EU and reintroduce more security checks directly on the border? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Foreign trade & foreign policy
Seek closer relations with the EU
Are you in favor of closer relations with the European Union (EU)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
I agree in principle, but I know of exceptions.
Grundsätzlich einverstanden, ich kenne aber Ausnahmen.
Free market economy
What is your position the following statement: "In the long term, everyone benefits from a free market economy in the long term."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Agreed in principle. However, a targeted correction is necessary, especially with regard to the consumption of resources (e.g. crude oil).
Grundsätzlich einverstanden. Gerade beim Ressourcenverbrauch (z.B. Erdöl) ist allerdings eine gezielte Korrektur nötig.
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 |
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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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Both purposes are legitimate.
Beide Zwecke sind legitim.
Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
For me, sustainability and a strong economy are not contradictory.
Für mich ist Nachhaltigkeit und eine starke Wirtschaft kein Widerspruch.
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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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"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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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)"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
I am in favor of linking the retirement age to average life expectancy, as other progressive countries do. I support the corresponding pension initiative that will be put to the ballot box in the near future.
Ich bin für die Koppelung des Rentenalters an die durchschnittliche Lebenserwartung, wie das andere fortschrittliche Länder auch praktizieren. Ich unterstütze die entsprechende Renten-Initiative, die in nächster Zeit an die Urne kommen wird.
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