Thomas Warzinek
Die Mitte | 02b.03
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
People living in a registered marriage are thus to be placed on an equal footing with couples living together unmarried, or even with singles.
Menschen, die in einer eingetragenen Ehegemeinschaft leben, sollen somit Paaren, die unverheiratet zusammen leben, oder auch Singles, gleich gestellt werden.
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 redistribution from young to old is not fair and must be stopped. However, compensatory measures for transitional cohorts are necessary.
Die Umverteilung von Jung zu Alt ist nicht fair und muss gestoppt werden. Kompensationsmassnahmen für Übergangsjahrgänge sind jedoch nötig.
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
Parental leave is sufficient. We are suffering from a labor shortage that should not be exacerbated.
Die Elternzeit ist ausreichend. Wir leiden unter einem Arbeitskräftemangel, der nicht verschärft werden soll.
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
Non-profit housing construction is primarily the responsibility of the cantons and municipalities.
Der gemeinnützige Wohnungsbau ist vorrangig Aufgabe von Kantonen und Gemeinden.
Health
Introduce compulsory vaccination for children
Should compulsory vaccination of children be introduced based on the Swiss vaccination plan?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Vaccinations are very valuable. Nevertheless, they are an interference with bodily integrity. People should not be obliged to vaccinate. They should do them out of conviction.
Impfungen sind sehr wertvoll. Gleichwohl stellen sie einen Eingriff in die körperliche Integrität dar. Die Menschen sollen zu Impfungen nicht verpflichtet werden. Sie sollen sie aus Überzeugung durchführen.
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
Diabetes and obesity are becoming widespread diseases, in some cases already in childhood and adolescence. Purchasing behavior can be controlled to a certain extent via price. For example, beverages with a high sugar content should be less attractive in price than low-sugar or sugar-free beverages.
Diabetes und Fettleibigkeit werden zu weit verbreiteten Krankheiten, teils schon im Kindes- und Jugendalter. Über den Preis lässt sich das Kaufverhalten ein Stück weit steuern. So sollen beispielsweise stark zuckerhaltige Getränke preislich unattraktiver sein, wie zuckerarme oder zuckerfreie Getränke.
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
Patients are already heavily burdened by the current regulations, including the current franchise system, when they fall ill.
Über die aktuellen Regelungen inkl. der aktuellen Franchiseregelung werden Patienten und Patientinnen im Erkrankungsfall schon stark belastet.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Federal Council, the state government, must remain capable of acting in the event of a crisis.
Der Bundesrat, die Landesregierung, muss im Krisenfall handlungsfähig bleiben.
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
Health care should continue to be regulated on a cantonal basis. However, structures and incentives can be created to encourage the cantons to engage in more intercantonal cooperation.
Die Gesundheitsversorgung soll auch weiterhin kantonal geregelt werden. Es können aber Strukturen und Anreize geschaffen werden, um die Kantone zu mehr überkantonaler Zusammenarbeit zu bewegen.
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
The practice of the last years shows that a corresponding implementation is difficult.
Die Praxis der letzten Jahre zeigt, dass eine entsprechend Umsetzung schwierig ist.
Tighten the requirements for obtaining a high school diploma
Should the federal government raise the requirements for the gymnasiale matura?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The gymnasiale Matura is the responsibility of the cantons. That is where it should remain. Children should be able to choose the educational path that is best for them. Our dual education system is a great success.
Die gymnasiale Matura liegt in der Verantwortung der Kantone. Dort soll sie bleiben. Kinder sollen den Bildungsweg wählen können, der für sie am besten geeignet ist. Unser duales Bildungswesen ist ein grosser Erfolg.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The EU market is large enough. In certain cases, however, workers from non-EU/EFTA countries should be allowed to work in Switzerland more easily, e.g. well-qualified nursing staff.
Der EU-Markt ist gross genug. In bestimmten Fällen sollen aber Arbeitskräfte aus Nicht-EU/EFTA-Staaten in der Schweiz erleichtert arbeiten dürfen, z.B. gut qualifiziertes Pflegepersonal.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The right to vote should remain linked to citizenship.
Das Wahlrecht soll an die Staatsbürgerschaft gebunden bleiben.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current regulations are appropriate. Our society has enough addictive substances at its disposal, especially alcohol. Over many generations, we have learned to deal with alcohol in a largely socially acceptable way. If we legalize various other addictive substances, this can lead to more problems on an individual basis.
Die derzeitigen Regelungen sind angemessen. Unserer Gesellschaft stehen genügend Suchtmittel, insbesondere Alkohol, zur Verfügung. Über viele Generationen hinweg haben wir gelernt mit Alkohol weitgehend sozial verträglich umzugehen. Legalisieren wir diverse weitere Suchtmittel, so kann dies individuell zu mehr Problemen führen.
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Physicians are supposed to work for life, not for dying. This basic trust in the medical profession should not be called into question.
Ärztinnen und Ärzte sollen sich für das Leben einsetzen, nicht für das Sterben. Dieses Grundvertrauen in die Ärzteschaft soll nicht in Frage gestellt werden.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Numerous consequences in various areas of society would be unclear and not regulated, such as pension provision, insurance, labor law, military service, etc. First, these questions must be clarified.
Zahlreiche Konsequenzen in diversen Gesellschaftsbereichen wären unklar und nicht geregelt, wie Vorsorge, Versicherung, Arbeitsrecht, Wehrpflicht usw. Erst müssen diese Fragen geklärt werden.
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
The current discussion is more about additional expenditures, such as for the army/security or childcare. The time does not seem right for a tax cut at the federal level.
Diskutiert werden derzeit eher Mehrausgaben, wie für Armee / Sicherheit oder auch Kinderbetreuung. Der Zeitpunkt für eine Steuersenkung auf Bundesebene scheint nicht gegeben.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Individual taxation represents an enormous additional expense. Unequal treatment for married couples can be remedied in the existing system with certain new regulations.
Eine Individualbesteuerung stellt einen enormen Mehraufwand dar. Ungleichbehandlungen für verheiratete Paare lassen sich im bestehenden System mit gewissen Neuregelungen beheben.
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
Assets that are to be inherited have usually already been taxed several times. It is to be supported if people do not squander their assets during their lifetime, but bequeath them. This should not be penalized by an inheritance tax.
Vermögen, das vererbt werden soll, ist meist schon mehrfach besteuert worden. Es ist zu unterstützen, wenn Menschen ihr Vermögen nicht zu Lebzeiten verjubeln, sondern es eben vererben. Das soll nicht durch eine Erbschaftssteuer bestraft werden.
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
A young unskilled worker does not have to earn 4,000 francs per month. Many vacation jobs would be made impossible because they would be too expensive.
Eine junge ungelernte Arbeitskraft muss nicht 4.000.- Franken pro Monat verdienen. Viele Ferienjobs würden so wohl verunmöglicht werden, weil zu teuer.
Regulate the financial sector more strictly
Do you support stricter regulations for the financial sector (e.g., stricter capital requirements for banks, ban on bonuses)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The failure of Credit Suisse clearly shows that the bigger banks are, the more they need to be regulated. A fundamental realignment of banking and supervisory legislation is needed.
Das Scheitern der Credit Suisse zeigt in aller Deutlichkeit auf, dass Banken umso stärker reguliert werden müssen, je grösser sie sind. Es braucht eine grundlegende Neuausrichtung der Banken- und Aufsichtsgesetzgebung.
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
There is definitely too much regulation in the construction industry, too many laws and regulations that paralyze construction activity and make it more expensive.
Es gibt definitiv im Bauwesen eine zu hohe Reglementierungsdichte, zu viele Gesetze und Vorschriften, die die Bautätigkeit lähmen und verteuern.
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
There is still, albeit decreasing, wage inequality between women and men. This must not simply be accepted.
Es gibt immer noch, wenn auch abnehmend, eine Lohnungleichheit zwischen Frauen und Männern. Dies darf nicht einfach hingenommen werden.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Mobility is of great social and economic importance.
Mobilität hat gesellschaftlich und wirtschaftlich eine hohe Bedeutung.
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
Combustion engines should be replaceable by 2035. Legal pressure does not seem necessary, since the change has already been initiated and is taking place.
Bis 2035 sollten Verbrennungsmotoren ersetzbar sein. Ein gesetzlicher Druck scheint nicht nötig, da der Wandel eh angestossen ist und stattfindet.
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
As long as the climate targets are achieved with the current legal regulations, incentives and target agreements, bans and restrictions should be dispensed with.
Solange die Klimaziele mit den aktuellen gesetzlichen Regelungen, Anreizen und Zielvereinbarungen erreicht werden, soll auf Verbote und Einschränkungen verzichtet 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The expansion of hydropower and wind power in particular is of overriding importance. If we want to move away from fossil fuels, renewable energy sources must be promoted and not blocked.
Der Ausbau insbesondere der Wasserenergie und Windkraft sind von übergeordneter Bedeutung. Wollen wir von fossilen Energieträgern weg kommen, müssen die erneuerbaren Energiequellen gefördert und nicht blockiert werden.
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
The nuclear waste issue has still not been resolved. It is unacceptable behavior that we satisfy our hunger for energy with nuclear energy without really knowing where the waste is going. We must not satisfy our hunger for energy at the expense of future generations.
Die Atommüllfrage ist weiterhin nicht geklärt. Es ist ein unannehmbares Verhalten, dass wir unseren Energiehunger zwar mit Atomenergie stillen, ohne wirklich zu wissen, wohin der Müll soll. Wir dürfen unseren Energiehunger nicht auf Kosten der kommenden Generationen stillen.
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
Outlying regions should be treated by the state in the same way as urban centers.
Randregionen sollen durch den Staat gleich behandelt werden, wie städtische Zentren.
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
Such regulations can lead to striking injustices.
Solche Regelungen können zu markanten Ungerechtigkeiten 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The wolf in particular causes unacceptable damage to agriculture/agriculture and triggers very high costs due to monitoring, for example.
Insbesondere der Wolf führt in der Landwirtschaft/Alpwirtschaft zu unannehmbaren Schäden und löst beispielsweise durch die Überwachung sehr hohe Kosten aus.
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
Switzerland already has strict and sufficient animal welfare regulations. Adjustments in farm animal husbandry are not necessary.
Die Schweiz hat schon strenge und ausreichende Tierschutzregelungen. Anpassungen bei der Nutztierhaltung sind nicht nötig.
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
There are good alternatives to single-use plastic.
Es gibt gute Alternativen zu Einwegplastik.
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
Equipment longevity and / or recycling shall be encouraged.
Die Langlebigkeit von Geräten und / oder die Wiederverwertung sind zu fördern.
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
The desire for 5G standard is a social reality.
Der Wunsch nach 5G-Standart ist gesellschaftliche Realität.
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
Digitization needs specifications at the federal level, otherwise it will not succeed. A prime example is the electronic patient dossier, which cannot be introduced in a meaningful and beneficial way with cantonal regulations.
Es braucht bei der Digitalisierung Vorgaben auf Bundesebene, sonst gelingt sie nicht. Eine Paradebeispiel ist das elektronische Patientendossier, das nicht sinnvoll und nutzbringend mit kantonalen Regelungen eingeführt werden kann.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Votes should only be cast by those who also assume social duties, such as compulsory military service, paying taxes, etc.
Stimmen soll nur, wer auch gesellschaftliche Pflichten übernimmt, wie Wehrpflicht, Steuern zahlen usw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
National defense is no longer feasible on its own in view of the modern threat situation. Cooperation with neighboring countries, most of which belong to NATO, is unavoidable.
Eine Landesverteidigung ist im Alleingang angesichts der modernen Bedrohungslage nicht mehr durchführbar. Eine Kooperation mit Nachbarstaaten, die überwiegend der NATO angehören, ist unumgänglich.
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
Through misunderstood neutrality, Switzerland must not become a supporter of regimes that despise human rights and wage wars of aggression, as in the case of Russia's war of aggression on Ukraine. However, a general relaxation of the War Material Act would be critical.
Durch falsch verstandene Neutralität darf sich die Schweiz nicht zum Unterstützer von menschenrechtsverachtenden, Angriffskriege führenden Regimen machen, wie im Falle des Angriffskrieges von Russland auf die Ukraine. Eine generelle Lockerung des Kriegsmaterialgesetzes wäre jedoch kritisch.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Schengen Agreement brings us more security, like people controls at the Swiss borders.
Das Schengen-Abkommen bringt uns mehr Sicherheit, wie Personenkontrollen an den Schweizer Grenzen.
Foreign trade & foreign policy
Seek closer relations with the EU
Are you in favor of closer relations with the European Union (EU)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We are de facto and especially economically very closely linked to Europe and the EU.
Wir sind de facto und insbesondere auch wirtschaftlich mit Europa und der EU sehr eng verbunden.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A free trade agreement should focus on important industries (e.g. machine industry, pharmaceuticals).
Ein Freihandelsabkommen soll sich auf wichtige Branchen (z.B. Maschinenindustrie, Pharma) konzentrieren.
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
An obligation is the right thing to do. However, it will not be enforceable and controllable in every case, even with the good will of the Swiss company.
Eine Verpflichtung ist richtig. Sie wird aber nicht in jedem Fall, auch bei gutem Willen des Schweizer Unternehmens, durchsetzbar und kontrollierbar sein.
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
The bilateral agreements should continue to exist, modified if possible. They are a good way to regulate coexistence between the EU and Switzerland.
Die bilateralen Verträge sollen, wenn möglich, modifiziert weiter bestehen. Sie sind ein guter Weg, um das Zusammenleben zwischen EU und Schweiz zu regeln.
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
Wrongly understood and practiced neutrality can turn Switzerland into a supporter of inhuman regimes. This must not happen, because it would contradict the very idea of neutrality.
Falsch verstandene und praktizierte Neutralität kann die Schweiz zu einem Unterstützer von menschenverachtenden Regimen machen. Das darf nicht geschehen, denn es würde genau dem Neutralitätsgedanken widersprechen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The social market economy is the better way. Business must assume social responsibility.
Die soziale Marktwirtschaft ist der bessere Weg. Die Wirtschaft muss soziale Verantwortung wahrnehmen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Citizens who are in need of help, especially through no fault of their own, should be able to count on the solidarity of society. However, performance must continue to be worthwhile.
Bürgerinnen und Bürger, die insbesondere unverschuldet hilfsbedürftig sind, sollen mit Solidarität der Gesellschaft rechnen dürfen. Leistung muss sich aber weiterhin lohnen.
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
It should be quite possible for both parents to share childcare. Appropriate work models should be possible. Care by relatives or outside the parental home can also be good alternatives.
Es soll gut möglich sein, dass sich beide Elternteile die Kinderbetreuung teilen. Entsprechende Arbeitsmodelle sollen möglich sein. Auch die Betreuung durch Verwandte oder ausserhalb des Elternhauses können gute Alternativen sein.
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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Comment
Digitization is a social reality. There is no way around it. Nevertheless, digitization should bring added value and be usefully applicable, which is often not the case today.
Digitalisierung ist eine gesellschaftliche Realität. An ihr führt kein Weg vorbei. Gleichwohl soll Digitalisierung einen Mehrwert bringen und sinnvoll anwendbar sein, was heute oftmals nicht der Fall ist.
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
Punishment and reintegration are both important aspects. Especially in individual cases, it is important to protect the public from repeat offenders.
Bestrafung und Wiedereingliederung sind beides wichtige Aspekte. Wichtig ist insbesondere in Einzelfällen der Schutz der Öffentlichkeit vor Wiederholungstätern.
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
Environmental protection is of high importance. We are experiencing the beginning of a climate catastrophe and must urgently take countermeasures, even if this leads to an additional economic burden.
Umweltschutz ist von hoher Bedeutung. Wir erleben den Beginn einer Klimakatastrophe und müssen dringlich Gegenmassnahmen ergreifen, auch wenn dies zu einer wirtschaftlichen Mehrbelastung führt.
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
Equal pension and tax burden for married couples compared to cohabiting couples.
Gleiche Renten- und Steuerbelastung für verheiratete Paare im Vergleich zu Konkubinatspaaren.
Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
This empties us of the brutal war of aggression in Europe, which many of us would hardly have thought possible in this way.
Das leert uns der brutale Angriffskrieg in Europa, den viele von uns so wohl kaum mehr für möglich gehalten hätten.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
The cantons should exhaust the federal funds and make the same financial commitment as the federal government. The IPV makes the "health insurance capitation premium" socially acceptable.
Die Kantone sollen die Bundesmittel ausschöpfen und sich in gleicher Weise wie der Bund finanziell engagieren. Durch die IPV wird die "Krankenkassen-Kopfprämie" sozial verträglich.
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