Adrian Wegmann
Schweizerische Volkspartei | 01.31
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
This is only a symptom control
Dies ist lediglich eine Symptombekämpfung
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
More and more is required. The current situation is sufficient.
Es wird immer mehr gefordert. Die aktuelle Situation ist ausreichend.
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
Market distortions arise where the state intervenes
Wo der Staat eingreift entstehen Marktverzerrungen
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
More and more taxes on everything is not a solution. It creates the wrong incentives on the spending side.
Immer noch mehr Steuern auf allem, ist keine Lösung. Es schafft die falschen Anreize auf der Ausgabenseite.
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
Better to have a fee for use of the emergency department that is reimbursed for "real" emergencies.
Besser eine Gebühr für die Benutzung der Notfallstation, welche bei "echten" Notfällen rückerstattet wird.
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
Not only in the case of a pandemic. The tendency to restrict more and more due to an "exceptional situation" is increasing.
Nicht nur bei einer Pandemie. Die Tendenz aufgrund einer "aussergewöhnlichen Lage" immer mehr einzuschränken, nimmt zu.
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 federal government is too far away on this issue.
Der Bund ist bei diesem Thema zu weit weg.
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
In the past, with special classes, the overall situation was much better for students, teachers, parents and finances.
Früher, mit Sonderklassen, war die Gesamtsituation für Schülern, Lehrer, Eltern und Finanzen um einiges besser.
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
There is an "educational inflation" taking place. In the past, it was much more difficult to achieve something and it required real hard work.
Es findet eine "Bildungsinflation" statt. Früher war es weitaus schwieriger etwas zu erreichen und es brauchte echte Fleissarbeit.
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
There are more than enough examples of people who have come far in life with real hard work and personal commitment, without relying on such measures, even though they themselves had few means at their disposal. Moreover, nowadays there is a vast amount of sources of knowledge that are freely available.
Es gibt mehr als genug Beispiele von Menschen die mit echter Fleissarbeit und persönlichem Einsatz im Leben weit gekommen sind, ohne auf solche Massnahmen zu setzen, obwohl sie selbst wenig Mittel zur Verfügung hatten. Zudem gibt es heutzutage eine Unmenge an Quellen zu Wissen, welche frei verfügbar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
If you really want to become a naturalized citizen, you must adhere to the valid requirements.
Wer wirklich eingebürgert werden will, hält sich an die gültigen Anforderungen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Less dangerous for asylum seekers, as they may not have to travel at all. Furthermore, the procedure is much more efficient and causes much less costs.
Für Asylsuchende weniger gefährlich, da sie u.U. gar nicht erst eine Reise auf sich nehmen müssen. Weiter ist das Vorgehen um einiges effizienter und verursacht viel weniger Kosten.
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
However, you can go all the way and seek regular naturalization.
Sie können aber den ganzen Weg gehen und eine reguläre Einbürgerung anstreben.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Personally, I am already bothered by the unpleasant smell.
Mich persönlich stört schon der unangenehme Geruch.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
But there must be no "cherry picking" either, and then really everyone must be "equal", with all the consequences.
Es darf aber auch kein "Cherry picking" stattfinden und es müssen dann wirklich alle, mit allen Konsequenzen "gleich" sein.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
More and more taxes on everything is not a solution. It creates the wrong incentives on the spending side.
Immer noch mehr Steuern auf allem, ist keine Lösung. Es schafft die falschen Anreize auf der Ausgabenseite.
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
Tax competition should be able to function.
Der Steuerwettbewerb soll funktionieren können.
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
Market distortions arise where the state intervenes
Wo der Staat eingreift entstehen Marktverzerrungen
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
"Where the state intervenes, market distortions occur. However, the most recent example shows that when there is a problem, the state is again called upon to intervene. This is even supported by the fact that other countries exert additional pressure. More consistent action by the state is needed here."
"Wo der Staat eingreift entstehen Marktverzerrungen. Aber: Das jüngste Beispiel zeigt, dass im Fall eines Problems, dann doch wieder die hohle Hand beim Staat gemacht wird. Dies wird sogar noch dadurch unterstützt, dass andere Länder zusätzlichen Druck ausüben. Hier braucht es mehr konsequentes Vorgehen durch den Staat."
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
Caution is called for in view of the complexity of this issue for private households.
Vorsicht ist geboten bei der Komplexität die mit diesem Thema auf die privaten Haushalte zukommt.
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
Deregulation can contribute to a larger (and cheaper) supply.
Deregulierung kann zu einem grösseren (und preiswerteren) Angebot beitragen.
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
Studies that aim to show that there is allegedly a problem here repeatedly show that the methodology of the studies (data collection, evaluation, scope) would probably still have room for improvement.
Studien die aufzeigen wollen, dass hier angeblich ein Problem besteht, zeigen immer wieder, dass die Methodik der Studien (Datenerhebung, Auswertung, Umfang) wohl noch Verbesserungspotenzial hätten.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
With more and more immigration, we are forced to provide more and more infrastructure.
Mit immer mehr Zuwanderung sind wir gezwungen immer mehr Infrastruktur zur Verfügung zu stellen.
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
Absolutely not. All the jobs (garages, suppliers, etc.) behind it would all be destroyed. The compensation with new jobs would not be sufficient by far.
Auf keinen Fall. Nur schon die ganzen Jobs (Garagen, Zulieferer etc.) die dahinter stehen, würden alle vernichtet werden. Die Kompensation mit neuen Berufen würde bei Weitem nicht ausreichen.
Achieve climate targets through incentives
To achieve climate targets, should incentives and target agreements be relied on exclusively, rather than bans and restrictions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Make the rules for renewable energy less strict
Do you think it's fair that environmental and landscape protection rules are being relaxed to allow for the development of renewable energy?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It depends on what for. If inefficient wind turbines are to be built that actually produce electricity for less than 20% of their existence, then a clear no. More details on this can be found by searching for "capacity factor" and "wind turbine". Further, we must stop building wind turbines here in the Alps. These are even more inefficient because the thinner air at altitude means substantial losses.
Es kommt darauf an für was. Wenn ineffiziente Windräder gebaut werden sollen, die weniger als 20% ihres Daseins auch tatsächlich Strom produzieren, dann ein klares Nein. Mehr Details dazu gibt es bei der Suche nach "Kapazitätsfaktor" und "Windrad". Weiter muss man aufhören bei uns in den Alpen Windräder zu bauen. Diese sind noch ineffizienter, da die dünnere Luft in der Höhe wesentliche Einbussen bedeutet.
Authorize the construction of new nuclear power plants
Should the construction of new nuclear power plants in Switzerland be allowed again?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It will hardly be possible otherwise. Moreover, NPPs of new design are equipped with passive safety measures so that in the greatest emergency they would cool themselves by means of physical processes (for years) until there is no more danger.
Es wird kaum anders möglich sein. Zudem sind KKW von neuartiger Bauweise mit passiven Sicherheitsmassnahmen ausgestattet, damit sich diese im grössten Notfall mittels physikalischer Prozesse (für Jahre) selbst kühlen würden, bis keine Gefahr mehr besteht.
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
However, the scope can hardly be the same as in the metropolitan areas. To achieve this, restrictions on motorized individual transport must be lifted.
Der Umfang kann jedoch kaum der Gleiche sein wie in den Ballungszentren. Dafür müssen Beschränkungen beim motorisierten Individualverkehr aufgehoben werden.
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
With NPP's shutting down and a patchwork of inefficient alternative energy generation, there will be little way around it at some point.
Mit der Abschaltung von KKW's und einem Flickenteppich bei ineffizienter alternativer Energiegewinnung, wird an irgendeinem Punkt kaum ein Weg daran vorbei führen.
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
Then where should we grow our food especially for emergency???
Wo sollen wir dann unser Essen insbesondere für den Notfall anbauen??
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
Where the state intervenes, market distortions arise.
Wo der Staat eingreift entstehen Marktverzerrungen.
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
Where the state intervenes, market distortions arise.
Wo der Staat eingreift entstehen Marktverzerrungen.
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
However, more pressure must be exerted on the cantons to increase efficiency. Currently, the differences between the cantons are too great.
Bei den Kantonen muss jedoch mehr Druck zur Effizienzsteigerung aufgesetzt werden. Derzeit sind die Unterschiede zwischen den Kantonen zu gross.
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 original idea of the Internet is increasingly falling victim to the mania for regulation. Moreover, those who want to circumvent the rules are constantly finding new opportunities, especially in the digital world.
Der ursprüngliche Gedanke des Internets fällt immer mehr dem Regulierungswahn zum Opfer. Zudem finden diejenigen, welche Regeln umgehen wollen, gerade in der digitalen Welt, immer wieder neue Möglichkeiten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Recent events show that this is necessary and that we have gone in the wrong direction in recent years.
Die jüngsten Ereignisse zeigen, dass dies notwendig ist und wir in den letzten Jahren in die falsche Richtung gegangen sind.
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
More like deconstruct...
Eher noch zurückbauen...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The EU is a fair-weather model that crumbles more and more in every crisis.
Die EU ist ein Schönwettermodell, welches in jeder Krise mehr und mehr bröckelt.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Personally, I was able to benefit from it and I'm glad I did.
Ich persönlich durfte davon profitieren und bin froh darum.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Presumably we will soon be forced to
Vermutlich sind wir bald dazu gezwungen
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