Christian Walter Schmutz
Engagiert | 07e.16
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
For the low-income people, this is necessary.
Für die Menschen mit niedrigem Einkommen ist dies erforderlich.
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
Married couples should not be 'punished' for having a binding partnership and for being the smallest cells, so to speak, that make an important contribution to our social society.
Ehepaare sollen nicht ‚bestraft‘ werden, dafür, dass sie eine verbindliche Partnerschaft führen und sozusagen als kleinste Zellen einen wichtigen Beitrag unserer sozialen Gesellschaft darstellen.
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 minimum conversion rate must correspond to an interest rate that can actually be earned.
Der Mindestumwandlungssatz muss einem tatsächlich erwirtschaftbaren Zinssatz entsprechen.
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
As a 'whole', the Elzernzeit could be divided differently, possibly arbitrarily among the parents. An extension at best only moderately by another month.
Als ‚Ganzes‘ könnte die Elzernzeit anders, evtl. beliebig unter den Eltern aufgeteilt werden. Eine Verlängerung allenfalls nur moderat um einen weiteren Monat.
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
Makes sense, as there is a threat of social 'segregation' here and there, especially where apartments 'only' serve as investment properties.
Ist sinnvoll, da hier und dort eine gesellschaftliche ‚Entmischung‘ droht, insbesondere da, wo Wohnungen ‚nur‘ noch als Renditeobjekte dienen.
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 against particularly dangerous diseases can prevent the most severe courses of disease and deaths.
Impfungen gegen besonders gefährliche Krankheiten können schwerste Krankheitsverläufe und Todesfälle verhindern.
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
It seems more sensible to me to declare possible diseases caused by sugar.
Sinnvoller erscheint mir die Deklaration von möglichen durch Zucker verursachten Krankheiten.
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
A minimum deductible based on income seems conceivable to me.
Denkbar erscheint mir eine Mindestfranchise in Abhängigkeit des Einkommens.
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
A Federal Council composed of the different parties and with the involvement of experts can react adequately, as in the case of the Covid19 pandemic.
Ein Bundesrat, zusammengestzt aus den verschiedenen Parteien und mit Beizug von Fachexperten kann wie im Falle der Covid19-Pandemie adäquat reagieren.
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
The hospital density in our country is undisputedly (too) high. With the current cantonal sovereignty, we have not achieved any improvement in this respect. Would be an important contribution to cost reduction in the health care system.
Die Spitaldichte in unserem Land ist unbestritten (zu) hoch. Mit der heutigen kantonalen Hoheit haben wir diesbezüglich keine Verbesserung erzielt. Wäre ein wichtiger Beitrag zur Kostenreduzierung im Gesundheitswesen.
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 shortage of teachers and the departure of teachers due to excessive demands document the difficulties and impossibility of the concept of an integrative school.
Der Lehrermangel und der Berufsausstieg von Lehrerinnen und Lehrern aufgrund von Überforderung dokumentieren die diesbezüglichen Schwierigkeiten resp. Unmöglichkeit des Konzeptes der integrativen Schule.
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 for our society and our country to hold on to our dual system and to emphasize the advantages of vocational apprenticeships and the subsequent training courses as well as the equivalence of the two paths.
Es ist für unsere Gesellschaft und unser Land wichtig an unserem dualen System festzuhalten und die Vorzüge der Berufslehre und der daran anschließenden Ausbildungen sowie die Gleichwertigkeit der beiden Wege zu betonen.
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
Our society benefits from every 'educated' person.
Unsere Gesellschaft profitiert von jeder ‚ausgebildeten‘ Person.
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
Mandatory residency in a single municipality seems nonsensical to me.
Die Wohnsitzpflicht in einer einzigen Gemeinde erscheint mir unsinnig.
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
A preference for EU/EFTA citizens seems justified to me, but an extension should be possible in a more flexible way to support our jobs in drr Switzerland.
Ein Vorzug von EU/EFTA-Bürgern erscheint mir gerechtfertigt, eine Ausweitung sollte aber zur Stützung unserer Arbeitsplätze in drr Schweiz flexibler möglich sein.
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
That does not seem practicable to me. But helping people to help themselves on site is still a good option.
Das erscheint mir nicht praktizierbar. Aber Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe Vorort erachte ich noch immer als gute Variante.
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
I think that people who have lived in Switzerland for 10 years might be able to pass the naturalization process first.
Ich denke, dass Menschen, die seit 10 Jahre in der Schweiz leben, in der Lage sein könnten, zuerst das Einbürgerungsverfahren zu bestehen.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I cannot approve of legalizing cannabis as a stimulant, because the harmful effects on the brain and psyche speak too German.
Cannabis als Genussmittel zu legalisieren kann ich nicht gutheißen, da die schädlichen Auswirkungen auf Gehirn und Psyche eine zu deutsche Sprache sprechen.
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
Basically I still consider the question of life and death, respectively of being born and dying as a 'matter' which is not primarily in human hands, respectively should be.
Grundsätzlich erachte ich die Frage nach Leben und Tod, respektive von Geborenwerden und Sterben noch immer als eine ‚Angelegenheit‘, die nicht primär in menschlicher Hand liegt, respektive liegen sollte.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
What then should the 'third' gender be? Maybe in the future there could be the possibility to call oneself differently (feeling).
Wie sollte denn das ‚dritte’ Geschlecht lauten? Vielleicht könnte es zukünftig die Möglichkeit geben, sich selbst anders (fühlend) zu bezeichnen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Equality in honor and recognition and appreciation appear to me as a commandment of charity. As parents of a child, however, a mother and a father are 'set' from my understanding.
Gleichberechtigung in Ehren und Anerkennung und Wertschätzung erscheinen mir als Gebot der Nächstenliebe. Als Eltern eines Kindes sind aus meinem Verständnis aber eine Mutter und ein Vater ‚gesetzt‘.
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
At present, it is particularly important that in the current difficult period, after the pandemic, with the unresolved situation in the coexistence with our neighboring countries, with the necessary support of the attacked Ukraine, etc., we use our state funds appropriately and appropriately, i.e. do not 'hastily' reduce revenues.
Es ist zurzeit besonders wichtig, dass wir in der aktuell schwierigen Zeit, nach der Pandemie, mit der ungeklärten Situation im Zusammenleben mit unseren Nachbarstaaten, mit der notwendigen Unterstützung der angegriffenen Ukraine etc. unsere Staatsgelder zweck- und sachdienlich einsetzten, d.h. nicht ‚voreilig’ die Einnahmen reduzieren.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I would prefer it if the marriage penalty could be abolished, so that married couples would only have to file a tax return.
Lieber wäre mir, es könnte doch noch die Heiratsstrafe abgeschafft werden., so würde es für Ehepaare bei einer Steuererklärung bleiben.
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
This would at least be a nationally uniform solution (against the 'Kantönligeist').
Das wäre zumindest einmal eine national einheitliche Lösung (entgegen dem Kantönligeist‘.
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
No, please continue to show solidarity for minorities and the weak in accordance with the constitution and charity.
Nein, bitte weiterhin gemäss Verfassung und Nächstenliebe solidarisch für Minderheiten und Schwache sorgen.
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
Yes, but for small businesses or companies that can not pay the 4000.- francs look for a solidary solution.
Ja, aber für Kleinstgewerbe oder Betriebe, die die 4000.- Franken nicht bezahlen können eine solidarische Lösung suchen.
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
Yes, but 'livability' of financial institutions in competition with near abroad must be preserved.
Ja, aber ‚Lebbarkeit‘ der Finanzinstitution en in Konkurrenz zum nahen Ausland muss gewahrt bleiben.
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
Rather yes, but some kind of public service would have to be maintained to ensure that care is also guaranteed in peripheral regions.
Eher ja, aber eine Art Service public müsste gewahrt bleiben, damit die Versorgung auch in Randregionen sichergestellt bleibt.
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
Relaxations are most likely to result in negative effects for lower earners (noise, window areas, etc.).
Lockerungen dürften vermutlich am ehesten negative Auswirkungen für schlechter Verdienende zeitigen (Lärm, Fensterflächen etc.).
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 seems to me to be a must and currently also a 'big' topic (trend), but that this requires even more control and more bureaucracy seems to me rather exaggerated.
Lohngleichheit scheint mir ein Muss zu sein und zurzeit auch ein ‚grosses‘ Thema (Trend), dass es hierfür aber noch mehr Kontrolle und mehr Bürokratie braucht, scheint mir eher übertrieben.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Adapt development of public and private transport equally to demand.
Entwicklung des öffentlichen und des privaten Verkehrs gleichermassen dem Bedarf anpassen.
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
Yes, plan development according to our European environment and do not aim for another isolated solution.
Ja, Entwicklung entsprechend unserem europäischen Umfeld planen und keine weitere Insellösung anstreben.
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
Communicating clear targets and offering attractive incentives is more inviting than imposing bans. Prohibitions only in emergencies, when it becomes clear to everyone that targets cannot be achieved.
Klare Zielvorgaben kommunizieren und attraktive Anreize bieten ist ‚einladender‘ als Verbote zu setzen. Verbote nur im Notfall, wenn allen klar wird, dass Ziele nicht erreicht werden können.
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
Obeying necessity, yes, but not without involving the 'other side'.
Der Not gehorchend ja, aber nicht ohne Einbezug der ‚Gegenseite‘.
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
If new technologies with improved safety and disposal solutions can be developed, a reassessment of the 'matter of nuclear power plants' should be allowed to take place.
Wenn neue Techniken mit verbesserten Sicherheiten und Entsorgungslösungen entwickelt werden können, sollte eine Neubeurteilung der ‚Sache AKW‘ erfolgen dürfen.
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
I find this important for the preservation and cohesion of Switzerland. Seems to me to be a kind of 'constitutional mandate'.
Finde ich wichtig für die Erhaltung und den Zusammenhalt der Schweiz. Scheint mir eine Art ‚Verfassungsauftrag‘ zu sein.
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
This could be a savings incentive and could perhaps be considered for fuel prices as well.
Das könnte ein Sparanreiz sein und könnte vielleicht auch bei den Treibstoffpreisen überlegt werden.
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
Coexistence of humans and animals must remain livable for people (farmers, herders).
Zusammenleben von Mensch und Tier muss für die Menschen lebbar bleiben (Bauern, Hirten).
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It seems important to me to create incentives so that many companies can meet the requirements and the security of supply does not decrease.
Wichtig scheint mir, Anreize zu schaffen, dass viele Betriebe die Anforderungen erfüllen können und die Versorgungssicherheit nicht abnimmt.
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
It must be avoided that the increase of requirements lead to the fact that cheaper foreign products force the ever more expensive CH products from the market.
Es muss vermieden werden, dass die Erhöhung von Anforderungen dazu führen, dass billigere Auslandprodukte die immer teurer werdenden CH-Produkte aus dem Markt verdrängen.
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
Biodiversity is of high importance, but it is equally important to set aside sufficient land area for adequate food supply.
Die Biodiversität ist von hoher Wichtigkeit, es ist aber ebenso wichtig ausreichend Landesfläche für die ausreichende Versorgung mit Lebensmitteln auszuscheiden.
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
Seems to me to be an important point to promote for the topic of sustainability.
Scheint mir ein wichtiger Punkt zu sein für die Thematik der Nachhaltigkeit zu fördern.
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
In this sector, too, sustainability urgently needs to be promoted with sensible measures.
Auch in diesem Sektor muss die Nachhaltigkeit dringend mit sinnvollen Maßnahmen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is important that we do not deliberately sideline ourselves.
Es ist wichtig, dass wir uns nicht selbst bewusst ins Abseits stellen.
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
Yes, because these competences are compared internationl and so we should not get bogged down and hindered cantonally.
Ja, denn diese Kompetenzen werden internationsl verglichen und so sollten wir uns nicht kantonal verzetteln und behindern.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Yes, for the protection of the individual, who can never 'see through' these systems, 'help' from the state is important.
Ja zum Schutze des Individuums, das diese Systeme nie und nimmer ‚durchschauen‘ kann, ist eine ‚Hilfe‘ von Seiten Staat wichtig.
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
Access to the media is essential for forming opinions, so access should not be a financial barrier.
Für die Meinungsbildung ist der Zugang zu den Medien essenziell wichtig, deshalb sollte der Zugang keine finanzielle Hürde darstellen.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The voting age may well be lowered, but it should be roughly equivalent to the age at which a person completes his or her apprenticeship.
Das Stimmrechtsalter kann durchaus gesenkt werden, sollte aber in etwa dem Lehrabschlussalter entsprechen.
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
Another instrument to have a say in federal spending does not seem urgent to me.
Ein weiteres Instrument zur Mitsprache bei den Bundesausgaben erscheint mir nicht dringlich.
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
Current world situation shows the need for this.
Aktuelle Weltlage zeigt die Notwendigkeit hierzu.
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
War of aggression is against international law and justifies the defense of the attacked, just also with Swiss weapons.
Angriffskrieg ist völkerrechtswidrig und rechtfertigt die Verteidigung der Angegriffenen, halt eben auch mit Schweizer Waffen.
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
Using facial recognition for crimes and vandalism seems appropriate to me. Massive damage and injuries caused by hooligans or at demonstrations, which also entail high expenses for often unsuccessful proceedings, no longer seem acceptable to me.
Gesichtserkennung bei Verbrechen und Vandalismus zu nutzen scheint mir angebracht. Massive Schäden und Verletzungen durch Hooligans oder an Demonstationen, die auch hohe Auslagen für oft nicht erfolgreiche Verfahren nach sich ziehen, scheinen mir nicht länger tragbar.
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
It seems to me that another Swiss individual path is inappropriate; rather, efforts should be made together with the partners to eradicate the grievances.
Ein weiterer Schweizer Einzelweg scheint mir unangebracht, vielmehr sollte zusammen mit den Partnern versucht werden, die Missstände auszumerzen.
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
It is essential to regulate and promote cooperation. Cooperation means giving and taking for the benefit of both sides.
Unbedingt Zusammarbeit regeln und fördern. Zusammenarbeit heisst geben und nehmen zum Wohle beider Seiten.
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
Yes, if the contract can also adequately reflect the David to Goliath relationship.
Ja, wenn im Vertrag auch das Verhältnis David zu Goliath adäquat abgebildet werden kann.
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
Conscience demands it.
Das Gewissen verlangt danach.
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
Cancelling existing contracts is a head-scratcher; they should be adjusted in partnership.
Bestehende Verträge zu kündigen stößt vor den Kopf, sie sollten partnerschaftlich angepasst werden.
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
A clear position must be taken against clear violations of international law. Not taking a stand and not taking sanctions does not mean neutrality but rather cowardice.
Gegen klare Verstösse gegen das Völkerrecht muss klar Stellung bezogen werden. Nicht Stellung zu beziehen und keine Sanktionen zu ergreifen bedeutet nicht Neutralität sondern eher Feigheit.
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 |
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Comment
The weaker ones also have a right to exist.
Die Schwächeren haben auch eine Daseinsberechtigung.
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
Society thrives on togetherness, which includes the solidarity of the 'stronger' with the 'weaker'.
Die Gesellschaft lebt vom Miteinander, dazu gehört die Solidarität des ‚Stärkeren‘ mit dem ‚Schwächeren‘.
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
I actually judge that to be a very good prerequisite.
Das beurteile ich tatsächlich als eine sehr gute Voraussetzung.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Certain developments lead to clear improvements and cannot be stopped without major drawbacks.
Gewisse Entwicklungen führen zu klaren Verbesserungen und lassen sich ohne große Nachteile nicht aufhalten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Punishment is not more important but is an important element in the process of reintegration.
Die Bestrafung ist nicht wichtiger aber ist ein wichtiges Element im Prozess der Wiedereingliederung.
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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Comment
As climate change threatens disaster, stronger environmental protection is needed
Da bei der Klimaveränderung die Katastrophe droht, ist ein stärkerer Umweltschutz erforderlich
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
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Comment
I would not welcome a reduction.
Einen Abbau würde ich nicht begrüßen.
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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Comment
Education is an indispensable element, if not the most essential, of our above-average prosperity
Bildung ist ein unabdingbares Element, wenn nicht das wesentlichste unseres überdurchschnittlichen Wohlstandes
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Comment
The security of supply should rather be increased and at the same time the diversity incl. landscape protection (alpine farming) should be preserved.
Die Versorgungssicherheit sollte eher erhöht und gleichzeitig die Vielfalt inkl. der Landschaftsschutz (Alpwirtschaft) erhalten werden.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
Steadily maintain adequate and expand appropriately.
Stetig adäquat unterhalten und angemessen ausbauen.
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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Comment
Constantly adequately maintain and expand in an adapted manner.
Stetig adäquat unterhalten und angepasst ausbauen.
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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Comment
In my opinion, security is suffering, and security personnel are increasingly the victims of violence. Adequate measures to increase security are indicated.
Sicherheit leidet nach meiner Wahrnehmung, auch sind Sicherheitspersonen vermehrt Opfer von Gewalt. Adäquate Maßnahmen zur Erhöhung der Sicherheit sind angezeigt.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
Maintain or adjust expenditures adequately so that Switzerland does not present the image of a parasite in the European environment.
Ausgaben adäquat halten oder anpassen, sodass die Schweiz nicht das Bild eines Schmarotzers im europäischen Umfeld abgibt.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
An important, worldwide task to increase knowledge locally and to reduce migration.
Eine wichtige, weltweite Aufgabe zur Wissensvermehrung Vorort und zur Reduktion von Migration.
Comment
An increase in the retirement age has long been justified due to increased life expectancy.
Eine Erhöhung des Rentenalters ist aufgrund der erhöhten Lebenserwartung längst gerechtfertigt.
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