Gerhard Pfister
Die Mitte | 10.01 | Incumbent | Elected
Welfare state & family
Raise the retirement age to 67
Do you support an increase in the retirement age (e.g., to 67)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
There are cantons that need to do more here.
Es gibt Kantone, die hier mehr tun müssen.
Pensions for married couples
For married couples, the pension is currently limited to 150% of the maximum individual AHV pension (capping). Should this limit be eliminated?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Reduce LPP pensions
As part of the reform of the BVG (occupational pension plan), pensions are to be reduced (lowering the minimum conversion rate from 6.8% to 6%). Are you in favor of this measure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Extend parental leave
Should paid parental leave be increased beyond today's 14 weeks of maternity leave and two weeks of paternity leave? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Basically open to new solutions, but the financial feasibility must be clarified. Solutions must be found for SMEs in particular before parental leave is extended.
Grundsätzlich offen für neue Lösungen, aber die Finanzierbarkeit muss geklärt werden. Insbesondere für KMU müssen Lösungen gefunden werden, bevor die Elternzeit ausgebaut wird.
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
The federal government has already launched a program worth 250 million euros. Non-profit housing construction is a core task of the cantons and municipalities.
Der Bund hat bereits ein Programm über 250 Mio. Gemeinnütziger Wohnungsbau ist Kernaufgabe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
With the introduction of a cost brake, Die Mitte demands that all players must make their contribution to reducing the premium burden. The insured must also take a step. However, the responsibility lies primarily with those who profit from the wrong incentives.
Mit der Einführung eine Kostenbremse fordert Die Mitte, dass alle Akteure ihren Beitrag leisten müssten zur Senkung der Prämienlast. Auch die Versicherten müssen einen Schritt machen. In der Verantwortung stehen aber vor allem diejenigen, die von den falschen Anreizen profitieren.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Practice shows that the integrative school reaches its limits. Therefore, it must be possible to discuss new approaches together with the schools.
Die Praxis zeigt, dass die integrative Schule an ihre Grenzen kommt. Deshalb müssen zusammen mit den Schulen neue Ansätze diskutiert werden können.
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
Vocational training must be strengthened.
Die Berufsbildung muss gestärkt werden.
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
In certain industries and companies, it is necessary to be able to hire highly qualified workers from third countries. The Swiss economy must remain internationally competitive. But the domestic potential must first be better exploited as a matter of urgency.
In bestimmten Branchen und Unternehmen ist es nötig, hochqualifizierte Arbeitskräfte aus Drittstaaten einstellen zu können. Die Schweizer Wirtschaft muss international wettbewerbsfähig bleiben. Aber das inländische Potenzial muss zuerst dringend besser ausgenützt werden.
Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Such a concept is not feasible. It would be important for the European states to protect the external border more jointly, and possibly to have centers there where asylum procedures are carried out in accordance with the rule of law. People who receive a positive asylum decision would then have to be taken over by all European countries in solidarity according to their population strength. The fight against human trafficking can also only be solved in a coordinated manner at the European level.
Ein solches Konzept ist nicht umsetzbar. Wichtig wäre, dass die europäischen Staaten die Aussengrenze stärker gemeinsam schützen, und möglicherweise dort Zentren haben, in denen rechtsstaatlich korrekte Asylverfahren durchgeführt werden. Menschen, die einen positiven Asylentscheid erhalten, müssten dann von allen europäischen Ländern solidarisch gemäss ihrer Bevölkerungsstärke übernommen werden. Die Bekämpfung des Schlepperwesens ist ebenfalls nur europäisch koordiniert zu lösen.
Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Equality between same-sex and heterosexual couples
Do you think it's right for same-sex couples to have the same rights as heterosexual couples in all areas?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 federal government's financial situation does not permit a tax cut at present.
Die Finanzlage des Bundes lässt eine Steuersenkung gegenwärtig nicht zu.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Individual taxation creates new inequalities.
Die Individualbesteuerung schafft neue Ungleichheiten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The fiscal equalization is precisely the instrument that equalizes the differences, through transfer payments from the financially strong cantons to the financially weak ones. Therefore, there is no need for additional equalization.
Der Finanzausgleich ist genau das Instrument, das die Unterschiede ausgleicht, durch Transferzahlungen der finanzstarken Kantone an die finanzschwachen. Deshalb braucht es keine zusätzlichen Ausgleich.
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
After the failure of Crédit Suisse, it is clear that the existing regulations are not sufficient or have not been effective at all. Therefore, it is necessary that stricter regulations are discussed and decided, so that a system-relevant big bank does not have to be rescued at the expense of the taxpayers for the third time.
Nach dem Scheitern der Crédit Suisse ist klar, dass die bestehenden Regulierungen nicht genügen, bzw. gar nicht gegriffen haben. Deshalb ist es nötig, dass strengere Regulierungen diskutiert und entschieden werden, damit nicht zum dritten Mal eine systemrelevante Grossbank zulasten der Steuerzahlenden gerettet werden muss.
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The high volatility of prices in the electricity market is a risk that private households in particular cannot bear in an emergency.
Die hohe Volatilität der Preise im Strommarkt ist vor allem für Privathaushalte ein Risiko, das sie im Notfall nicht mehr tragen können.
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Switzerland needs efficient infrastructures in all areas. This also applies to the highway network. Road and rail should not be played off against each other.
Die Schweiz braucht in allen Bereichen leistungsfähige Infrastrukturen. Auch beim Autobahnnetz. Strasse und Schiene soll man nicht gegeneinander ausspielen.
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
Automakers themselves will reduce or end production of cars with internal combustion engines.
Die Automobilhersteller werden selbst die Produktion von Autos mit Verbrennungsmotoren reduzieren oder beenden.
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
The Climate Protection Act was approved by the people in June of this year. It relies on incentives instead of bans.
Das Klimaschutzgesetz wurde vom Volk im Juni dieses Jahres angenommen. Es setzt auf Anreize statt Verbote.
Make the rules for renewable energy less strict
Do you think it's fair that environmental and landscape protection rules are being relaxed to allow for the development of renewable energy?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It needs
Es brauc
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 people have decided that no new nuclear power plants may be built in Switzerland. This decision must be respected. A popular initiative wants to lift the ban; it will probably be submitted to the people for a decision in the coming legislative period. At least until then, the ban will apply.
Das Volk hat entschieden, dass in der Schweiz keine neuen Kernkraftwerke gebaut werden dürfen. Dieser Entscheid ist zu respektieren. Eine Volksinitiative will das Verbot aufheben, sie wird voraussichtlich in der kommenden Legislatur dem Volk zur Entscheidung vorgelegt werden. Mindestens bis dahin gilt das Verbot.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
For some farms, even higher requirements would threaten their existence.
Für manche Landwirtschaftsbetriebe wären noch höhere Auflagen existenzgefährdend.
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
National territory available for biodiversity conservation
Should 30% of Switzerland's land area be dedicated to preserving biodiversity? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
I support measures in favor of the circular economy.
Ich befürworte Massnahmen zugunsten der Kreislaufwirtschaft.
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Digitizing public services
Should the federal government be given additional powers in the area of digitization of government services in order to be able to impose binding directives and standards on the cantons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering TV and radio license fees
A popular initiative aims to reduce television and radio fees (CHF 200 per household, exemption for businesses). Do you support this initiative?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
SRG must rethink its performance mandate and must not compete with private media in areas that they can provide. However, halving the fees is too radical. However, I support the exemption of companies from the fee. After all, all employees of a company already pay a fee.
Die SRG muss ihren Leistungsauftrag überdenken und darf private Medien nicht in Bereichen konkurrieren, die diese leisten können. Eine Halbierung der Gebühren ist aber zu radikal. Ich unterstütze aber die Befreiung von Unternehmen von der Gebühr. Denn alle Mitarbeitenden eines Unternehmens zahlen bereits eine Gebühr.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The debt brake commits parliament to fiscal policy. It has proven its worth. All previous proposals for a financial referendum have failed to gain majority support. Incidentally, the pandemic has shown that billions have to be decided when necessary, for which a financial referendum would not apply. In this respect, such an instrument would be ineffective.
Die Schuldenbremse verpflichtet das Parlament in der Finanzpolitik. Sie hat sich bewährt. Alle bisherigen Vorstösse zu einem Finanzreferendum waren nicht mehrheitsfähig. Die Pandemie hat im Übrigen gezeigt, dass Milliardenbeträge beschlossen werden müssen, wenn es nötig ist, für die ein Finanzreferendum nicht gelten würde. Insofern wäre ein solches Instrument wirkungslos.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Re-export is possible and reasonable in case of war in Ukraine. It does not need a general facilitation of the existing laws for this.
Eine Wiederausfuhr ist möglich und sinnvoll im Falle des Kriegs in der Ukraine. Es braucht dafür keine generelle Erleichterung der bestehenden Gesetze.
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 safety is increased as a result, a general ban is not expedient.
Wenn die Sicherheit dadurch erhöht wird, ist ein generelles Verbot nicht zielführend.
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
Better relations with the EU are needed, not closer ones. The bilateral agreements must be strengthened. Likewise, compatibility with Switzerland's direct democracy and the protection of wages and social services must be ensured in the case of further agreements.
Es braucht bessere Beziehungen zur EU, keine engeren. Die Bilateralen müssen gestärkt werden. Ebenso sind bei weiteren Abkommen die Vereinbarkeit mit der Direkten Demokratie der Schweiz sowie der Schutz der Löhne und der Sozialwerke zu gewährleisten.
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
Provided that Swiss agriculture is adequately protected, a free trade agreement with the U.S. will bring benefits to many Swiss companies.
Sofern die Schweizer Landwirtschaft ausreichend geschützt wird, bringt ein Freihandelsabkommen mit den USA Vorteile für viele Schweizer Unternehmen.
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
On the basis of the counter-proposal to the Corporate Responsibility Initiative, companies are to be held accountable.
Auf der Basis des Gegenvorschlags zur Konzernverantwortungsinitiative sind Unternehmen zu verfplichten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland does not have a "free market economy" but a "social market economy". In the long term, all people in Switzerland benefit from this.
Die Schweiz hat keine "freie Marktwirtschaft" sondern eine "soziale Marktwirtschaft". Von dieser profitieren langfristig alle Menschen in der Schweiz.
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 |
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Comment
The social welfare systems in Switzerland are there to help the people who need this help. They fulfill this task satisfactorily for the most part.
Die Sozialwerke in der Schweiz sind dazu da, den Menschen zu helfen, die diese Hilfe brauchen. Sie erfüllen diese Aufgabe weitgehend zufriedenstellend.
Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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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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Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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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 |
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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"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
In 2022, the people said YES to retirement age 65 for women as well. This law is not yet in force. A renewed increase in the retirement age is therefore not opportune out of respect for the referendum.
Das Volk hat 2022 JA gesagt zum Rentenalter 65 auch für Frauen. Dieses Gesetz ist noch nicht in Kraft. Eine erneute Erhöhung des Rentenalters ist deshalb aus Respekt vor dem Volksentscheid nicht opportun.
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