Claudia Bodmer-Furrer
Die Mitte | 06.13
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Unfortunately, this adjustment must be made in order to stop the redistribution from young to old. Compensation measures are needed for transitional cohorts in order to minimize pension losses.
Diese Anpassung muss leider sein, um die Umverteilung von Jung zu Alt zu stoppen. Für Übergangsjahrgänge braucht es Kompensationsmassnahmen, um Renteneinbussen zu minimieren.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 actually a matter for the cantons. Due to the crisis in the housing market and the rising rents, there is an urgent need for an effective mix of measures on the one hand (enabling new buildings, reducing regulations, e.g. noise protection, promoting non-profit housing construction, stronger control with regard to excessive rents) and on the other hand also a stronger commitment of the federal government, e.g. by promoting non-profit housing construction. Higher rents mean lower purchasing power!
Der gemeinnützige Wohnungsbau ist eigentlich Sache der Kantone. Aufgrund der Krise im Wohnungsmarkt und den steigenden Mieten braucht es einerseits dringend einen griffigen Massnahmen-Mix (neue Bauten ermöglichen, Abbau von Vorschriften z.B. Lärmschutz, gemeinnützigen Wohnungsbau fördern, stärkere Kontrolle hinsichtlich übersetzter Mieten) und andererseits auch ein stärkeres Engagement des Bundes, z.B. mittels Förderung des gemeinnützigen Wohnungsbaus. Höhere Mieten bedeuten tiefere Kaufkraft!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
It is clear that we must reduce healthcare costs, and all players must contribute to this - including the insured, who are already "punished" by the constantly rising health insurance premiums. Nevertheless, I see in the higher cost sharing a possibility to appeal to the personal responsibility of the insured and thus at best to reduce the demand for unnecessary health care services (because of cold, diarrhea or small wound to the emergency, less unnecessary surgeries, etc.).
Klar ist, wir müssen die Gesundheitskosten senken, wozu alle Akteure beitragen müssen – auch die Versicherten, welche bereits durch die stetig steigenden KK-Prämien «gestraft» sind. Nichtsdestotrotz sehe ich in der höheren Kostenbeteiligung eine Möglichkeit, an die Eigenverantwortung der Versicherten zu appellieren und so allenfalls die Nachfrage nach unnötigen Leistungen des Gesundheitswesen zu senken (wegen Erkältung, Durchfall oder kleiner Wunde auf den Notfall, weniger unnötige OPs etc.).
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Hospital planning is a matter for the cantons. However, with regard to measures to reduce costs in the healthcare system, there is a need for room for maneuver, also in the area of hospital planning. If the Confederation can make a meaningful contribution, it should do so, but in a mediatory rather than a decisive manner. Therefore, rather no competencies.
Spitalplanung ist Sache der Kantone. Hinsichtlich Massnahmen zur Kostensenkung im Gesundheitswesen braucht es jedoch Handlungsspielräume, auch im Bereich der Spitalplanung. Falls der Bund sinnvoll beitragen kann, soll er das tun, jedoch eher vermittelnd statt entscheidend. Deshalb eher keine Kompetenzen.
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 think the idea of integration is right. Implementing it in everyday school life is challenging; it seems to be a feat of strength for everyone involved to implement the integrative model in a goal-oriented way.
Die Idee der Integration finde ich richtig. Die Umsetzung im Schulalltag ist herausfordernd, es scheint ein Kraftakt für alle Beteiligten zu sein, das integrative Modell zielführend umzusetzen.
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
Although it is called a federally recognized Matura, there are large differences between the cantons in the Matura quota (Glarus 14%, Geneva 30% Matura students). This is disturbing and must be harmonized. Already today and especially in the future, different skills are required than in the 90s/00s. Gymnasiums throughout Switzerland should reform in a courageous and forward-looking manner. The new law primarily prescribes the minimum duration of 4 years and the main subjects. That is too little.
Obschon es eidg. anerkannten Matur heisst, gibt es grosse Unterschiede zwischen den Kantonen bei der Maturaquote (Glarus 14%, Genf 30% Maturanden). Das ist stossend und muss harmonisiert werden. Bereits heute und insbesondere zukünftig sind andere Skills gefragt als in den 90-/00er-Jahren. Gymnasien sollten sich schweizweit mutig und zukunftsgerichtet reformieren. Das neue Gesetz schreibt in erster Linie die Mindestdauer von 4 Jahren sowie die Hauptfächer vor. Das ist zu wenig.
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
In Switzerland, social background continues to determine educational success. Children from unfavorable socioeconomic backgrounds (from educationally disadvantaged, low-income strata) have much less chance of achieving a high level of education. We cannot afford this in times of a shortage of skilled workers. We must support all children. All students who have the potential should receive a high level of education, as well as good vocational training.
In der Schweiz entscheidet nach wie vor die soziale Herkunft über den Bildungserfolg. Kinder aus ungünstigen sozioökonomischen Verhältnissen (aus bildungsfernen, einkommensschwachen Schichten) haben viel weniger hohe Chancen zu einem hohen Bildungsabschluss zu kommen. Das können wir uns in Zeiten des Fachkräftemangels nicht leisten. Wir müssen alle Kinder fördern. Einen hohen Bildungsabschluss sollen alle Schüler:innen erhalten, welche das Potenzial dazu haben – ebenso eine gute Berufsbildung.
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
There are municipalities which, despite sufficiently good language skills, demonstrable integration and serious preparation for the naturalization procedure, naturalize almost no candidates (SVP-dominated naturalization committees). This is shocking. In many municipalities, the procedures are already fair and feasible, with a corresponding acceptance rate. In my opinion, this is the correct way, without the need for additional relaxation across the board.
Es gibt Gemeinden, welche trotz ausreichend guter Sprachkenntnisse, nachweisbarer Integration und seriöser Vorbereitung auf das Einbürgerungsverfahren fast keine Kandidat:innen einbürgern (SVP-dominierte Einbürgerungsgremien). Das ist stossend. In vielen Gemeinden sind die Verfahren bereits heute fair und machbar, mit entsprechender Aufnahmequote. Das ist meiner Meinung nach der korrekte Weg, ohne dass es flächendeckende zusätzliche Lockerungen braucht.
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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
As long as the naturalization procedures are fair and feasible for the candidates, I think the path of naturalization before co-determination is the right one.
Sofern die Einbürgerungsverfahren fair und machbar sind für die Kandidat:innen, finde ich den Weg Einbürgerung vor Mitbestimmung richtig.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There are already ways in which a person who is terminally ill, suffering and wishes to end his or her life can be helped without penalty. These include indirect active euthanasia (e.g. administration of morphine in a dose that may lead to death), passive euthanasia (no life-sustaining measures, no administration of oxygen, etc.) and assisted suicide (procurement of a lethal substance, e.g. through organizations such as EXIT).
Es gibt bereits heute Wege, wie einem Menschen, der unheilbar krank ist, leidet und aus dem Leben scheiden möchte straffrei geholfen werden kann. Dazu zählen die indirekte aktive Sterbehilfe (z.B. Verabreichung von Morphium in einer Dosis, die allenfalls zum Tod führen kann), passive Sterbehilfe (keine lebenserhaltenden Massnahmen, keine Gabe von Sauerstoff etc.) und Suizidhilfe (Vermittlung einer tödlichen Substanz, z.B. durch Organisationen wie EXIT).
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I would say YES if the implementation were clarified. Today, it is not clear enough to me what concrete implementation consequences the introduction of a third gender would have. The consequences affect all areas of life and, if implemented consistently, could be profound, complex and expensive.
Ich würde JA sagen, wenn die Umsetzung geklärt wäre. Heute ist mir zu wenig klar, welche konkreten Umsetzungsfolgen die Einführung eines dritten Geschlechts hätte. Die Folgen betreffen alle Lebensbereiche und könnten, wenn konsequent umgesetzt, tiefgreifend, aufwändig und teuer sein.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The popular initiative "Fair Taxes" by Die Mitte is the better, fairer and, in terms of feasibility, more effective way forward. Nevertheless, all ideas that provide tax relief for dual-income married couples and, in particular, families with dual-income parents are to be welcomed.
Die Volksinitiative "Faire Steuern" von Die Mitte ist der bessere, gerechtere und bezüglich Umsetzbarkeit zielführendere Weg. Dennoch sind alle Ideen zu begrüssen, welche doppelverdienende Ehepaare und insbesondere Familien mit doppelverdienenden Eltern steuerlich entlasten.
Introduce a national inheritance tax
Would you support the introduction of a national inheritance tax on all inheritances over one million Swiss francs? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthen financial equalization between the cantons
Should the differences between cantons with high and low financial capacity be further reduced through fiscal equalization?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The introduction of a nationwide minimum wage makes little sense. The general conditions (wage pressure due to proximity to the border, level of the cost of living) vary greatly from canton to canton. However, someone who works in the greater Zurich or Geneva area needs CHF 4,000 for a full-time job in order to be able to live and survive in the region. In border cantons, minimum wages make sense in order to prevent dumping wages for cross-border workers. Cantonal solutions are right, federal level would be wrong.
Die Einführung eines gesamtschweizerischen Mindestlohns macht wenig Sinn. Die Rahmenbedingungen (Lohndruck durch Grenznähe, Höhe der Lebenshaltungskosten) sind kantonal sehr unterschiedlich. Wer jedoch im Grossraum Zürich oder Genf arbeitet, braucht bei einer Anstellung in Vollzeit CHF 4'000.- um auch in der Region leben und überleben zu können. In Grenzkantönen machen Mindestlöhne Sinn, um Dumpinglöhne für Grenzgänger:innen zu verhindern. Kantonale Lösungen sind richtig, Bundesebene wäre falsch
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
Lessons must be learned from the failure of Credit Suisse. A fundamental realignment of banking and supervisory legislation is needed. This should follow the principle of "the bigger a bank, the more tightly controlled and regulated", because big banks in fact always have to be rescued by the state.
Es gilt die Lehren aus dem Scheitern der Credit Suisse zu ziehen. Es braucht eine grundlegende Neuausrichtung der Banken- und Aufsichtsgesetzgebung. Diese soll dem Grundsatz "Je grösser eine Bank, desto stärker kontrolliert und reguliert" folgen, weil Grossbanken faktisch immer vom Staat gerettet werden müssen.
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
Noise protection yes, utilization figures only where sensible from a spatial planning perspective, not as a general solution approach.
Lärmschutz ja, Ausnutzungsziffern nur wo raumplanerisch sinnvoll, nicht als genereller Lösungsansatz.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Population forecasts point to a Switzerland of 10 million. The entire infrastructure, including the transport infrastructure, must be geared to more people and thus more traffic.
Bevölkerungsprognosen weisen auf eine 10-Millionen-Schweiz hin. Die gesamte Infrastruktur inkl. Verkehrsinfrastruktur muss auf mehr Menschen und damit mehr Verkehr ausgerichtet werden.
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
The market will most likely fix it that way. If not, there will have to be a ban on new registrations with combustion engines from 2035.
Der Markt wird das höchstwahrscheinlich so richten. Falls nicht, braucht es ein Verbot für NEUzulassungen mit Verbrennungsmotoren ab 2035.
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
Unfortunately, this is the majority opinion, and no other way is possible as of today. That is to be accepted. However, should Switzerland run the risk of failing to meet its climate targets, adjustments will be necessary and readjustments will have to be made at the federal level.
Das ist leider die Mehrheitsmeinung, ein anderer Weg ist Stand heute nicht möglich. Das ist zu akzeptieren. Sollte die Schweiz jedoch Gefahr laufen, die Klimaziele zu verfehlen, sind Anpassungen nötig und es muss auf Bundesebene nachjustiert 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The hunting law was adopted, this majority decision is to be accepted. Shooting of wolves or other large carnivores should be possible in justified exceptional cases, as it is currently handled.
Das Jagdgesetz wurde angenommen, dieser Mehrheitsentscheid ist zu akzeptieren. Abschüsse von Wölfen oder anderen Grossraubtieren sollen in begründeten Ausnahmefällen möglich sein, so wie es aktuell gehandhabt wird.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The farmers' association and the SVP argue that a great deal has already been done for ecology in agriculture, which suggests that we have already reached our goal. However, the current situation shows a completely different picture. In my opinion, further steps towards ecology should be taken with targeted support and hand in hand with the farmers. In the interest of all - and especially of the farmers and their descendants.
Bauernverband und SVP argumentieren, dass bereits sehr viel für die Ökologie in der Landwirtschaft unternommen wurde, was suggeriert, dass man bereits am Ziel ist. Die aktuelle Situation zeigt aber ein ganz anderes Bild. Meiner Meinung nach müsste man mit gezielter Unterstützung und Hand in Hand mit den Bauern weitere Schritte in Richtung Ökologie machen. Im Sinne aller – und insbesondere der Bauern und ihren Nachfahren.
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
See above. The argumentation that Switzerland already has a comparatively strict animal welfare law does not mean to me that it cannot be further improved. If there are technically justified possibilities for improvement in livestock farming, an already strict animal welfare law should also be further adapted. Hand-in-hand, with targeted support, together with the farmers.
Siehe oben. Die Argumentation, die Schweiz habe bereits ein vergleichsweise strenges Tierschutzgesetz bedeutet für mich nicht, dass es nicht weiter verbessert werden kann. Wenn es fachlich begründete Verbesserungsmöglichkeiten in der Nutztierhaltung gibt, sollte man auch ein bereits strenges Tierschutzgesetz weiter anpassen. Hand-in-Hand, mit gezielter Untersützung, mit den Bauern zusammen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
A key success factor for an ecologically sustainable economy is the promotion of circular economy. Measures that improve the longevity of equipment or its reuse are to be supported.
Ein wesentlicher Erfolgsfaktor für eine ökologisch nachhaltige Wirtschaft ist die Förderung von Kreislaufwirtschaft. Massnahmen, welche die Langlebigkeit von Geräten oder deren Wiederverwendung verbessern, sind zu unterstützen.
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
People have been talking about digitization for years. I don't have the feeling that implementation has progressed very far, especially in the public sector. Individual countries are showing the opportunities that digitization brings - especially in times of shortages of skilled workers and personnel. The federal government should take the reins and lead the way.
Es wird seit Jahren über die Digitalisierung gesprochen. Ich habe nicht das Gefühl, dass die Umsetzung weit fortgeschritten ist, insbesondere im öffentlichen Sektor nicht. Einzelne Staaten zeigen, welche Chancen die Digitalisierung mit sich bringt – gerade in Zeiten von Fachkräfte- und Personalmangel. Der Bund sollte das Heft in die Hand nehmen und vorangehen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
SRG's core mission is to provide balanced and independent reporting. This is an important basis for a well-functioning direct democracy. Private media are also important for the formation of opinion, but they do not have to report in a balanced manner and are financially dependent on consumers and/or advertisers. One must be allowed to discuss the entire performance mandate of SRG, e.g. about expensively purchased international film and sports rights. Film and sports rights. Rather focus on Idée Suisse!
Der Kernauftrag der SRG ist es, eine ausgewogen und unabhängige Berichterstattung anzubieten. Das ist eine wichtige Grundlage für eine gut funktionierende direkte Demokratie. Private Medien sind für die Meinungsbildung auch wichtig, aber sie müssen nicht ausgewogen berichten, sind finanziell abhängig vom Konsumenten und/oder von Werbekunden. Über den gesamten Leistungsauftrag SRG muss man diskutieren dürfen, zB über teuer eingekaufte internat. Film- und Sportrechte. Lieber Fokus auf Idée Suisse!
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Many 16-year-olds will not go to the polls. But politically interested young people should not be denied active participation in our direct democracy - especially since it affects their future.
Viele 16-Jährige werden nicht abstimmen gehen. Aber politisch interessierten Jugendlichen sollte eine aktive Teilnahme an unserer direkten Demokratie nicht verwehrt werden – zumal es ihre Zukunft betrifft.
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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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."
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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."
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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."
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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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."
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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"?
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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
This must be solved on a more individual basis. There are employees in management positions, employees in the health insurance sector, scientists and doctors who would like to work longer under certain conditions. People in the care professions, employees in the catering/hotel industry, industry, hairdressers/cosmetics would be grateful in some cases if they could retire earlier without major pension losses. Due to the higher life expectancy, it does not work out that a few young people have to finance many old people.
Das muss individueller gelöst werden. Es gibt Arbeitnehmende in Führungspositionen, KV-Angestellte, Wissenschafter:innen, Ärzt:innen, die unter gewissen Rahmenbedigungen allenfalls länger arbeiten möchten. Menschen in Pflegeberufen, Mitarbeitende der Gastro/Hotellerie, Industrie, Coiffure/Kosmetik wären teilweise dankbar, wenn sie ohne grosse Renteneinbussen früher in Rente gehen könnten. Es geht aufgrund der höheren Lebenserwartung nicht auf, dass wenige Junge viele Alte finaziereren müssen.
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