Samuel Beer
Grünliberale | 24.02
Welfare state & family
Raise the retirement age to 67
Do you support an increase in the retirement age (e.g., to 67)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Prämienverbilligungen sind Symptombekämpfung. Wir sollten die Kosten im Gesundheitswesen allgemein senken z.B. durch eine nationale (oder zumindest interkantonale) Spitalplanung.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Ich bin dafür, dass Vater und Mutter die Elternzeit individuell beziehen können.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Der gesunden Ernährung sollte allgemein mehr Beachtung geschenkt werden.
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
Mehr Verursacherprinzip fördert die Eigenverantwortung.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Eine nationale oder zumindest interkantonale Spitalplanung ist dringend nötig, heute verteuern sich die Gesundheitskosten durch "Kantönligeist" massiv und unnötig.
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
Erste Kantone rücken bereits wieder ab von dieser Praxis. Ich habe die spezifischen Klassen für diese Kinder als besser Lösung empfunden.
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
Wir sollten dadurch die Quote beim dualen Bildungsweg (Berufslehre) erhöhen.
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
Ich bin überzeugt, dass die gesamte Gesellschaft profitiert, wenn die Bildungschancen für möglichst alle sehr hoch sind.
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Der Arbeitskraftmangel (der sich in den nächsten 10 Jahren massiv verschärfen wird) zwingt uns zu vielen Gegenmassnahmen, eine davon diese hier. Tun wir dies nicht, schwächt sich unsere Wirtschaft ab und wir verlieren Wohlstand.
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
Die Flüchtlingsströme von ausserhalb Europas müssen unbedingt kanalisiert und so die illegale und gefährliche Migration unterbunden werden. Dabei können Asylzentren ausserhalb Europas und von dort beantragte Asylverfahren viel Entspannung auf den aktuellen Flüchtlingsrouten bringen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Der dadurch erzeugte Druck auf Kostenausgaben vom Staat ist wichtig.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Der Finanzausgleich wie er heute funktioniert ist m.E. ziemlich gut austariert, daran sollten wir festhalten.
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
Das Beispiel Credit Suisse zeigt auf, dass noch immer wenig Eigenverantwortung im Finanzmarkt gelebt wird, also braucht es strengere Regulierungen.
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Dann wird endlich Schwung in den Strommarkt kommen und dadurch kann die Energiewende zusätzlich befeuert werden.
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
Das ist nicht Aufgabe des Staates. Die Unternehmen, welche heute Frauen noch nicht fair bezahlen werden sich mit steigendem Arbeitskraftmangel selbst ins Offside manövrieren.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Breitere Autobahnen verlagern den Stau nur zum nächsten Nadelöhr. Wir sollten viel mehr Intelligenz statt Beton einsetzen. Z.B. Autonomes Fahren fördern, dadurch können Strassen 8-10x mehr Fahrzeuge passieren lassen. Den 3-Spurausbau der A1 im Mittelland unterstütze ich dennoch, den dieser ist längst überfällig.
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
Nicht nötig, weil die Autobauer bald keine Verbrenner mehr bauen werden.
Achieve climate targets through incentives
To achieve climate targets, should incentives and target agreements be relied on exclusively, rather than bans and restrictions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Diese müssen aber so gesetzt werden, dass Netto Null 2025 in allen Sektoren erreicht wird. Sollte dies nicht gelingen, müssen Verbote nachhelfen.
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
Ja, es braucht von Allen Kompromissen.
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
Die Diskussion bringt nichts. Bis 2050 gehen in der Schweiz keine neuen AKW in Betrieb und bis dahin haben wir eine komplett durch Erneuerbare versorgte Schweiz.
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
Wir können uns das schlicht nicht leisten.
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
Aber nicht vom Staat verordnet, sondern als Anreiz/Lenkung durch die Energieversorger.
Nature conservation
Making provisions for the protection of large predators more flexible
Are you in favor of further relaxing the protection regulations for large predators (lynx, wolf, bear)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
National territory available for biodiversity conservation
Should 30% of Switzerland's land area be dedicated to preserving biodiversity? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Biodiversitätskrise schleicht sich (ähnlich wie die Klimakrise) an und die Bekämpfung wird massiv Geld kosten. Je früher wir dies erkennen und handeln, desto besser (günstiger) kommen wir damit klar.
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
Mich stört der Einwegplastik und offensichtlich schafft es die Verpackungsindustrie nicht, das Problem selber zu lösen.
More sustainable use of electronic devices
Are you in favour of government measures to make the use of electronic devices more sustainable (e.g., right to repair, extension of warranty period, minimum guaranteed period for software updates)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Ja. Die pauschale Abwehrhaltung gegenüber neuen Technologien ist für mich unverständlich und birgt die Gefahr, dass wir den Anschluss zu anderen Wirtschaftsstandorten verlieren. Dies würde uns unseren Wohlstand kosten.
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
Ja, aber bitte in Abstimmung mit der EU.
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
Unabhängige/staatliche Medien dürfen was kosten, sie schützen die Demokratie. Wir sehen in anderen Ländern wie durch private Medienimperien die Macht konzentriert werden kann - das darf bei uns nicht geschehen.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Nein, das öffnet Tür und Tor für populistische Referenden von links und rechts.
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
Die Anzahl Soldat/innen erachte ich nicht als entscheidend. Wichtig ist mir der Ausbau der natinolen Cyberawehr.
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
Eine engere Zusammenarbeit z.B. in der Flugsicherung kann Kosten bei der Beschaffung von Flugabwehrsystemen (gegen Langstreckenraketen und Drohnen) senken und uns resilienter im Schwarm mir unseren Nachbarn machen. Ein NATO-Beitritt kommt für mich weiterhin nicht in Frage.
Re-export of Swiss weapons
Should the Federal Council be allowed to authorize other states to re-export Swiss weapons in cases of a war of aggression in violation of international law (e.g., the attack on Ukraine)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Ich empfinde die Handhabung im Ukrainekrieg als unpassend. Dass wir nicht selbst Waffen liefern ist das eine (und m.E. OK), aber dass ein Land mit sehr ähnlichen Werten (z.B. DE) Waffen die sie vor Jahren bei uns gekauft haben nicht liefern darf, ist für mich nicht nachvollziehbar. Es macht den Anschein, dass wir uns nicht offen gegenüber dem Aggressor stellen wollen - ich verstehe das nicht. PS: Hätten wir eine erneuerbare und somit unabhängige Energieversorgung, wären wir nicht erpressbar.
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
Nicht per se verboten, aber sehr gut reguliert.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Wir sollten verstehen, dass dies unsere Nachbarn sind - ich möchte auf jeden Fall eine gute/enge Beziehung zu ihnen haben.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Das wird unsere Unternehmen auf lange Sicht stärken, denn wer diese Standards im Griff hat, wird nachhaltig wirtschaften.
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
Auf keinen Fall. Woher kommen denn die dringend benötigten Arbeitskräfte?
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
Nein. Beispiel: Ein guter (neutraler) Schiedsrichter muss Sanktionen erteilen können, dabei bleibt er neutral und objektiv. Aber ohne Sanktionsmöglichkeit ist dieser Schiedsrichter nichts wert. Ich verstehe die Neutralität nicht als Argument um die Augen zu verschliessen oder keine Haltung zu zeigen.
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
Ich glaube daran, dass der Schweizer Staat uns Bürgern nichts Böses will. Darum ist unser Mehrparteiensystem, die Demokratie und eine starke politische Mitte wichtig.
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
Immer dann, wenn der Staat in den Markt eingreift, wird der Wettbewerb verzerrt und somit Wert vernichtet. Ich glaube daran, dass private Unternehmen mehr Wert schaffen als Monopol-Spiele des Staates.
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."
| 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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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
Ich bin überzeugt, dass Umweltschutz und Wirtschaft nur zusammen geht. Wir müssen lernen nachhaltig zu wirtschaften, dann werden wir auf lange Sicht erfolgreicher sein.
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"?
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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
Sonst wird die finanzielle Schieflage einfach den nächsten Generationen übertragen, das ist nicht nachhaltig.