Beatrice Borio
Die Junge Mitte | 5505
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 |
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Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is clear that premiums are too high. In the long term, premium reductions are not a solution for the general population. However, low earners in particular are heavily burdened by inflation. In the short term, premium reductions can be a sensible measure.
Grds. ist klar: Die Prämien sind zu hoch. Langfristig sind Prämienverbilligungen für die breite Bevölkerung keine Lösungen. Allerdings werden gerade Geringverdienende durch die Inflation stark belastet. Kurzfristig können Prämienverbilligungen eine sinnvolle Massnahme darstellen.
Pensions for married couples
For married couples, the pension is currently limited to 150% of the maximum individual AHV pension (capping). Should this limit be eliminated?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Reduce LPP pensions
As part of the reform of the BVG (occupational pension plan), pensions are to be reduced (lowering the minimum conversion rate from 6.8% to 6%). Are you in favor of this measure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This measure is necessary. However, lowering the unconversion rate is not enough. The ideal BVG reform for me would have set the entry threshold lower than it has now become.
Diese Massnahme ist nötig. Allerdings reicht die Senkung des Unwandlungssatzes nicht. Die für mich ideale BVG-Reform hätte die Eintrittsschwelle tiefer gesetzt, als sie es jetzt wurde.
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 |
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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 |
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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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Comment
I am thinking here of vaccinations that have been researched for a long time and whose vaccination consequences and side effects are known. "Rather" yes, because there may be situations in which a child has certain health impairments that might make vaccination unfavorable.
Ich denke hier an Impfungen, die lange schon erforscht sind und deren Impffolgen und Nebenwirkungen bekannt sind. “Eher” ja, weil es Situationen geben kann, in denen ein Kind gewisse gesundheitliche Beeinträchtigungen aufweist, welche eine Impfung ungünstig erscheinen lassen könnten.
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
In order to make a decision, one would have to analyze the exact consequences: "travel" time, capacity, cost-benefit ratio, etc.
Um eine Entscheidung zu treffen, müsste man die genauen Folgen analysieren: “Reise”zeit, Kapazität, Kosten-Nutzen-Verhältnis etc.
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
I fear that children with learning difficulties could become targets of the other classmates. Teachers definitely need to be involved in such decisions as they know best if the system works, what pitfalls it has, what benefits it brings, etc.
Ich befürchte, dass Kinder mit Lernschwierigkeiten zu Zielscheiben werden könnten von den anderen Klassenkamaraden und -kamaradinnen. Lehrpersonen müssen bei solchen Entscheidungen definitiv miteinbezogen werden, da sie am besten wissen, ob das System funktioniert, welche Tücken es aufweist, welche Vorteile es mit sich bringt, etc.
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 |
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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
Definitely. This promotes integration, strengthens the self-confidence of those concerned, prevents poverty, etc. For me, these would be investments in the future - not only for the individual, but for society.
Definitiv. Dies fördert die Integration, stärkt das Selbstbewusstsein der Betroffenen, verhindert Armut etc. Für mich wären dies Investitionen in die Zukunft – nicht nur für die Einzelperson, sondern für die Gesellschaft.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Supply and demand are decisive.
Angebot und Nachfrage sind entscheidend.
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
I understand that this could save lives and put the brakes on the trafficking business. But: The necessary infrastructure is needed: on-site support, protection of those affected, sufficient capacities, etc.. Unfortunately, the proponents do not have this in mind.
Ich verstehe, dass damit Menschenleben gerettet werden können und das Schlepper-Business ausgebremst werden könnte. Aber: Es braucht die erforderliche Infrastruktur: Betreuung vor Ort, Schutz der Betroffenen, genügend Kapazitäten etc. Dies haben die Befürworter leider nicht vor.
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 |
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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 |
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Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This is central for those affected.
Das ist zentral für die Betroffenen.
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
Federal taxes are mE not the problem.
Die Bundessteuern sind mE nicht das Problem.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I prefer the version that does not discriminate against any family model, i.e. calculate joint assessment sum and individual assessment amount, invest the lower value.
Bevorzugen tue ich die Version, die kein Familienmodell diskriminiert, d.h. gemeinsame Veranlagungssumme und individuellen Veranlagungsbetrag berechnen, den tiefern Wert veranlagen.
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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Basel-Stadt has had such a minimum wage for a long time and it seems to work.
Basel-Stadt hat einen solchen Mindestlohn seit Längerem und es scheint, zu funktionieren.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Possibly, however, there should not be a relaxation of building regulations, but a tightening of the possibilities for appeal. Often, disputes over spatial planning or building law are only pretended - in reality, however, they are about individual conflicts, especially disputes between neighbors.
Möglicherweise sollte jedoch keine Lockerung der Bauvorschriften, sondern eine Verschärfung der Rechtsmittelmöglichkeiten erfolgen. Oft sind die raumplanungs- oder baurechtlichen Streitigkeiten nur vorgeschoben – in Wirklichkeit geht es aber um individuelle Konflikte, insb. Streitigkeiten zwischen Nachbarn.
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
"Rather" yes, because. 1) the problem lies more in the poor remuneration of "women's jobs" in general, which requires wage increases for the industries and not stricter control. 2) implementation may be difficult or unprofitable.
“Eher” ja, weil 1) das Problem mehr in der schlechten Entlöhnung von “Frauenberufen”allgemein liegt, womit Lohnerhöhungen für die Branchen und nicht eine strengere Kontrolle erforderlich sind. 2) sich die Umsetzung möglicherweise schwer bzw. wenig gewinnbringend gestalten könnte.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Freeway expansion yes, but please also public transport!
Autobahnausbau ja, aber bitte auch ÖV!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Rather yes, because incentives must be the primary means of action. Only if these are not effective can tougher measures be envisaged.
Eher ja, weil primär mit Anreizen gearbeitet werden muss. Erst, wenn diese nichr fruchten, können härtere Massnahmen vorgesehen werden.
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 |
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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
In short: Wohnin with the waste?
Kurz: Wohnin mit dem Abfall?
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
Here, one would have to talk to the people in the affected regions. It is clear that this can increase the attractiveness of the regions and thus enable people to distribute themselves better (housing market; everything within the building zones, of course).
Hier müsste man mit den Menschen in den betroffenen Regionen reden. Klar ist, dass damit die Attraktivität der Regionen gesteigert werden kann und sich die Menschen so besser verteilen können (Wohnungsmarkt; alles innerhalb der Bauzonen natürlich).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There are still a great many farms that show potential for improvement. These farms are damaging reputationally to those who are struggling.
Es gibt immer noch sehr viele Betriebe, die Verbesserungspotential aufweisen. Diese Betriebe schaden rufmässig denjenigen, die sich abmühen.
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
Measures are needed to protect biodiversity. Whether this is the (or one of the) right measure(s) would have to be looked at more closely.
Es braucht Massnahmen zum Schutz der Biodiversität. Ob dies die (bzw. eine der) richtige(n) Massnahmen ist, müsste man genauer anschauen.
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 question arises for me about alternative products.
Es stellt sich für mich die Frage nach Alternativprodukten.
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
There are companies that do not even adhere to the 2-year period under the Code of Obligations. Others exclude everything, which in fact also happens frequently.
Es gibt Unternehmen, die sich nicht einmal an die 2-Jahresfrist nach Obligationenrecht halten. Andere schliessen alles aus, was tatsächlich auch häufig geschieht.
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Digitizing public services
Should the federal government be given additional powers in the area of digitization of government services in order to be able to impose binding directives and standards on the cantons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
This applies only as long as the state is a constitutional state.
Das gilt nur so lange, als der Staat ein Rechtsstaat ist.
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
With an emphasis on the long term.
Mit Betonung auf langfristig.
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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Comment
It needs both. But above all, it needs prevention work!
Es braucht beides. Aber vor allem braucht es Präventionsarbeit!
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
Economic growth ultimately benefits no one if climate change is promoted and the world ultimately ends. Economic growth and climate policy can go hand in hand. Ultimately, both the economy and the climate benefit (example: agriculture).
Wirtschaftswachstum bringt letztlich niemandem etwas, wenn der Klimawandel gefördert wird und die Welt letztlich untergeht. Wirtschaftswachstum und Klimapolitik können einhergehen. Letztlich profitieren sowohl die Wirtschaft als auch das Klima davon (Bsp.: Landwirtschaft).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
More, unless, for example, the AHV is reduced for married couples (logical consequence).
Mehr, sofern z.B. die AHV bei Ehepaaren nicht gekürzt werden (logische Folge).
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"?
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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)"?
| 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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Comment
Upgrading the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure is essential. It cannot be done without spending.
Aufstockung der Cybersicherheit kritischer Infrastrukturen ist unerlässlich. Ohne Ausgaben geht das nicht.
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
"Rather" no for the following reason: The retirement age will have to be increased due to sociodemographic developments - but not now, after the promises of the AHV revision have not yet been fulfilled, and especially not across the board (construction workers, truck drivers, nursing professionals, etc. start earlier and have a different daily routine than office workers).
“Eher” nein aus dem folgenden Grund: Das Rentenalter wird man aufgrund der soziodemografischen Entwicklungen erhöhen müssen – jedoch nicht jetzt, nachdem die Versprechen der AHV-Revision noch nicht eingelöst wurden, und v.a. nicht pauschal (Bauarbeitende, Lastwagenfahrende, Pflegefachpersonen etc. starten früher und haben einen anderen Tagesablauf als Büromitarbeitende).
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