Philipp Schönenberger
Die Mitte | 02c.10
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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Comment
This should be the task of the cantons and municipalities.
Dies soll Aufgabe der Kantone und Gemeinden sein.
Health
Introduce compulsory vaccination for children
Should compulsory vaccination of children be introduced based on the Swiss vaccination plan?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Introduce a tax on sugary foods
Are you in favor of the introduction of a tax on foods containing sugar (sugar tax)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Contribution to healthcare costs
Should insured persons contribute more to health care costs (e.g., increase the minimum deductible)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Comment
There must be an incentive system so that people always go directly to the emergency and to the doctor. The subject of health should be included in the school curriculum of upper secondary schools or vocational training and secondary schools.
Es muss ein Anreizsystem geben damit immer direkt in den Notfall und zum Arzt gegangen wird. Das Thema Gesundheit soll in den Schulstoff der Oberstufen oder Berufslehre und weiterführende Schulen aufgenommen werden.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Comment
Intercantonal cooperation is to be encouraged.
Es sollen Überkantonale Zusammenarbeiten gefördert werden.
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 integrative school is basically welcome. However, the implementation in practice in recent years shows that it causes great difficulties. The system should be adapted.
Die integrative Schule ist grundsätzlich begrüssenswert. Die Umsetzung in die Praxis in den letzten Jahren zeigt aber das es grosse Schwierigkeiten bereitet. Das System soll angepasst werden.
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
It is important that vocational apprenticeships in particular remain attractive. The current shortage of skilled workers shows that sound professional experience is immensely important for a stable labor market. Without basic professional skills, the labor market in important skilled trades will dry up in a few years. Further training opportunities from the EFZ apprenticeship are already available today and are also very attractive.
Es ist wichtig, dass vor allem die Berufslehre attraktiv bleibt. Der aktuelle Fachkräftemangel zeigt, dass eine fundierte Berufserfahrung ist für einen stabilen Arbeitsmarkt immens wichtig. Ohne Berufliche Grundkenntnisse wird der Arbeitsmarkt in wichtigen Handwerksberufen in einigen Jahren austrocknen. Weiterbildungsangebote aus der Berufslehre EFZ sind schon heute vorhanden und auch sehr attraktiv.
Equal opportunities in education
Should the state be more committed to equal educational opportunities (e.g., through subsidized remedial courses for students from low-income families)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Only under clear legal conditions
Nur unter klaren Rechtlichen bestimmungen
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It would have numerous civil law consequences in various areas of society. The consequences of a third gender must first be clarified.
Es hätte zahlreiche zivilrechtlichen Konsequenzen in diversen Gesellschaftlichen Bereichen. Die Folgen eines dritten Geschlechts müssen zuerst 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 additional expenditures in the federal budget in recent years (corona pandemic) have been immense. First, the federal finances must be brought back into balance.
Die Mehrausgaben im Bundeshaushalt der letzten Jahre (Coronapandemie) waren immens. Zuerst müssen die Bundesfinanzen wieder ins Lot gebracht werden.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The initiative from the center has prepared a more feasible way with the popular initiative "Fair Taxes" which demands the alternative tax calculation. With this calculation, spouses can continue to file a tax return and still benefit from the calculation method of individual taxation.
Die Initiative von der Mitte hat hier einen gangbareren Weg mit der Volksinitiative "Faire Steuern" vorbereitet welche die alternative Steuerberechnung fordert. Mit dieser Berechnung können Ehepartner weiterhin eine Steuererklärung einreichen und doch von der Berechnungsmethode der Individualbesteuerung profitieren.
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 |
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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
The bigger a bank is, the more it should be regulated.
Je grösser ein Bank ist desto stärker soll sie Reguliert werden.
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
In the construction zone, denser building must finally be pushed forward.
In der Bauzone muss endlich ein verdichtetes Bauen vorangetrieben werden.
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
Equal pay is to be assessed according to the work performed. Men and women should receive the same salary for the same job profile.
Die Lohngleichheit soll nach der geleisteten Arbeit beurteilt werden. Für das gleiche Stellenprofil sollen Mann und Frau den gleichen Lohn erhalten.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ban new registrations of combustion engine vehicles from 2035
Should Switzerland ban the registration of new passenger cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A ban does not lead to the goal. Promotion of alternatives and good framework conditions for renewable energies are more likely to achieve the goal.
Ein Verbot ist nicht Zielführen. Förderung von alternativen und gute Rahmenbedingungen für Erneuerbare Energien führen eher ans Ziel
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
Good and well thought-out compromises must be found for the energy transition. If the expansion of renewable energies replaces fossil energy sources, we can also give a lot back to the environment.
Für die Energiewende müssen gute und durchdacht Kompromisse gefunden werden. Wenn durch den Ausbau der erneuerbaren Energien fossile Energieträge abgelöste werden, können wir der Umwelt auch viel zurück geben.
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
Not in the current situation and as long as the storage of nuclear waste or, at best, the future recycling of nuclear waste are not regulated. Existing nuclear power plants, however, should run as long as they are safe and cannot be replaced by new energy sources.
In der aktuellen Lage und solange die Atommüll Lagerung oder allenfalls zukünftig ein Atommüllverwertung nicht geregelt sind nicht. Bestehende Atomkraftwerke sollen aber solange laufen wie sie sicher sind und nicht durch neue Energieträger abgelöst werden können.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Large carnivores can and may have their place in Switzerland as long as they do not harm humans and livestock. Problem animals must be strictly removed.
Grossraubtiere können und dürfen Ihren Platz in der Schweiz haben solange sie keinen Schaden an Menschen und Nutztieren anrichten. Problem Tiere müssen strikte entnommen werden.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Swiss farmers already voluntarily perform more ecological services than required by the ecological performance certificate. There is no need for extended regulations but for fair compensation for the ecological services provided.
Die Schweizer Landwirte und Landwirtinnen erfüllen heute schon freiwillig mehr ökologische Leistungen als im ökologischen Leistungsnachweis gefordert wird. Es braucht keine erweiterten Vorschriften sondern faire Abgeltungen für die geleisteten ökologischen Leistungen.
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 one of the strictest animal protection laws. You as a consumer are required to buy in the store and also in the restaurant the appropriate products of the appropriate forms of husbandry. The demand makes the supply.
Die Schweiz hat bereits heute eines der strengsten Tierschutzgesetze. Sie als Konsument sind gefordert im Laden und auch im Restaurant die entsprechenden Produkte der entsprechenden Haltungsformen zu kaufen. Die Nachfrage macht das Angebot.
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
With the implementation proposed by the Parliament, there will be very strong restrictions for mobility, tourism and also energy production (for projects of renewable energy sources) Municipality, cantons, SBB, Astra and other farms should also be involved in the duties of biodiversity.
Mit der vom Parlament vorgeschlagenen Umsetzung wird es sehr starke Einschränkungen für die Mobilität, den Tourismus und auch die Energiegewinnung (für Projekte von Erneuerbaren Energieträgern geben) Gemeinde, Kantone, SBB, Astra und weitere Bewirtschafte sollen auch in die Pflichten der Biodiversität eingebunden werden.
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
The longevity of equipment and its recycling must be improved and a circular economy should be promoted.
Die Langlebigkeit von Geräten und deren Wiederverwertung muss verbessert werden und es soll eine Kreislaufwirtschaft gefördert werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
government digitization projects should be developed nationally. Individual solutions are inefficient and expensive.
staatliche Digitalisierungsprojekte sollen national entwickelt werden. Einzellösungen sind ineffizient und teuer.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
If it serves the safety of the Swiss population, it should remain permitted.
Wenn es der Sicherheit der Schweizer Bevölkerung dient soll es zugelassen bleiben.
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 continuation of bilateral relations with the EU should be maintained. The protection of wage levels and social security systems must be ensured in the long term.
Die Weiterführung der bilateralen Beziehungen zur EU soll beibehalten werden. Der Schutz des Lohnniveaus und der Sozialwerke muss nachhaltig gesichert werden.
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
We must not allow Swiss agriculture to have to meet ever higher standards in order to undermine the high animal welfare and environmental standards in free trade agreements by importing products with lower standards.
Wir dürfen nicht zulassen das die Schweizer Landwirtschaft immer höhere Standards erfüllen muss um in Freihandelsabkommen die hohen Tierwohl- und Umweltstandards diese mit Import von Produkten von Niederschwelligen Standards wieder auszuhebeln.
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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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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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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Comment
It is important that both parents take their responsibility for the family.
Wichtig ist, dass beide Elternteile Ihre Verantwortung für die Familie wahrnehmen.
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
Stronger environmental protection is important. It must be borne by all and must not always be assigned unilaterally. Each inhabitant must support the environmental protection with renunciation and own achievements in favor of the environment.
Ein stärkerer Umweltschutz ist wichtig. Es müssen Ihn alle Tragen und darf nicht nur immer einseitig zugewiesen werden. Jeder Einwohner muss den Umweltschutz mit Verzicht und eigenen Leistungen zugunsten der Umwelt mittragen.
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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Comment
In order for agriculture to be able to fulfill its tasks in the areas of environmental protection, biodiversity and food production in the future, it needs much more funds to finance the expensive means of production and to fairly remunerate the increased costs incurred for its work.
Damit die Landwirtschaft in Zukunft Ihre Aufgaben im Bereich Umweltschutz, Biodiversität und Nahrungsmittelproduktion erfüllen kann benötigen sie viel mehr mittel um die teuren Produktionsmittel zu finanzieren und vermehr anfallenden Kosten für Ihre Arbeit fair zu entgelten.
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)"?
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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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
It is more important to reduce rising health care costs.
Wichtiger ist es die steigenden Gesundheitskosten zu senken.
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