Siljan Hauenstein
Die Mitte | 04d.02
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
Yes, the cantons should provide the same amount of funds for individual premium reductions as the federal government. However, the problem of rising premiums must be tackled at the root. Health care costs must not be allowed to rise too sharply. This is why we need the cost-braking initiative of the center.
Ja, die Kantone sollen gleich viel Mittel für die individuelle Prämienverbilligung bereitstellen, wie der Bund. Jedoch muss man das Problem der steigenden Prämien an der Wurzel packen. Die Gesundheitskosten dürfen nicht zu stark steigen. Hierfür braucht es die Kostenbremse-Initiative der Mitte.
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
The Fair Pensions Initiative calls for this.
Mit der Faire-Renten Initiative wird dies gefordert.
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 current BVG reform is to be supported. The reduction of the conversion rate is foreseen to stop the redistribution from young to old. This is necessary to maintain the intergenerational contract.
Die aktuelle BVG-Reform ist zu unterstützen. Die Senkung des Umwandlungssatzes ist vorhergesehen, um die Umverteilung von Jung zu Alt zu stoppen. Dies braucht es um den Generationenvertrag aufrecht zu erhalten.
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
I support the cause for expanding parental leave to at least 20 weeks.
Ich unterstütze das Anliegen für den Ausbau der Elternzeit auf mindestens 20 Wochen.
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
This is the task of the cantons and municipalities. The federal government has already granted a credit to support the cantons and municipalities in the amount of 250 million Swiss francs.
Dies ist Aufgabe der Kantone und Gemeinden. Der Bund hat bereits einen Kredit zur Unterstützung der Kantone und Gemeinde im Rahmen von 250 Millionen Franken gesprochen.
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
This would be a massive invasion of bodily integrity.
Dies wäre ein massiver Eingriff in die körperliche Unversehrtheit.
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
You have to minimize health care costs and the actors in the health care system have to act. If necessary, also the patients, but the measures of all other actors in the foreground.
Man muss die Gesundheitskosten minimieren und die Akteure im Gesundheitswesen müssen handeln. Allenfalls auch die Patientinnen und Patienten, doch die Massnahmen aller anderen Akteure im Vordergrund.
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
The concept of inclusive school is worth supporting, however, it is very difficult to implement.
Das Konzept der integrativen Schule ist unterstützenswert, allerdings ist die Umsetzung sehr schwierig.
Tighten the requirements for obtaining a high school diploma
Should the federal government raise the requirements for the gymnasiale matura?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is important that vocational training receives equal consideration and remains attractive. However, this is a matter for the cantons.
Es ist wichtig, dass die Berufsbildung gleiche Berücksichtigung findet und weiterhin attraktiv bleibt. Allerdings ist dies Sache der Kantone.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, youth and consumer protection must be largely regulated. The legal levy is to be welcomed, as it generates tax revenue and regulates the market.
Allerdings muss der Jugend- und Konsumentenschutz weitgehend geregelt werden. Die legale Abgabe ist zu begrüssen, da somit Steuereinnahmen generiert werden und der Markt geregelt ist.
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The introduction of a third gender is associated with numerous civil law consequences in diverse areas of society. Examples are: Pension schemes, insurance, labor law, compulsory military service, etc. At this point in time, the first step is to analyze the consequences of a third gender.
Die Einführung eines Dritten Geschlechts ist verbunden mit zahlreichen zivilrechtlichen Konsequenzen in diversen Gesellschaftsbereichen. Beispiele sind: Vorsorge, Versicherungen, Arbeitsrecht, Wehrpflicht etc. Zum aktuellen Zeitpunkt gilt es darum zuerst die Folgen eines Dritten Geschlechts zu analysieren.
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
Currently, the federal fiscal budget is under severe strain and will continue to be so.
Aktuell ist der Bundesfinanzhaushalt stark gefordert und wird es auch weiterhin bleiben.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The initiative of the FDP women demands the introduction of individual taxation. This is rejected by all cantons and various parties due to the administrative effort involved. It also creates new injustices. As a counter model, Die Mitte has launched the popular initiative for "Fair Taxes", which demands the alternative tax calculation. With this calculation, married couples still have to file only one tax return. However, couples can benefit from the calculation method of the
Die Initiative der FDP-Frauen fordert die Einführung der Individualbesteuerung. Diese wird aufgrund des administrativen Aufwandes von allen Kantonen und verschiedensten Parteien abgelehnt. Sie schafft zudem neue Ungerechtigkeiten. Als Gegenmodell hat Die Mitte die Volksinitiative für "Faire Steuern" lanciert, welche die alternative Steuerberechnung fordert. Mit dieser Berechnung müssen verheiratete Paare weiterhin nur eine Steuererklärung einreichten. Können jedoch von der Berechnungsmethode der
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 need to be learned from the last few years. It is important that a realignment of supervisory and banking legislation is needed. The principle should be: The bigger the bank, the more regulated.
Es sind Lehren aus den letzten Jahren zu ziehen. Es ist wichtig, dass eine Neuausrichtung der Aufsichts- und Bankengesetzgebung braucht. Der Grundsatz soll sein: Je grösser die Bank, desto mehr reguliert.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
However, the measures must be affordable for the economy and not cause too much administrative effort.
Allerdings müssen die Massnahmen von der Wirtschaft tragbar sein und keinen allzu hohen administrativen Aufwand verursachen.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ban new registrations of combustion engine vehicles from 2035
Should Switzerland ban the registration of new passenger cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
At present, it appears that the automakers themselves are aiming for a phase-out by 2035. In this respect, the need for political action is not compelling.
Momentan zeichnet sich ab, dass die Automobilhersteller selbst einen Ausstieg bis 2035 anstreben. Insofern ist der politische Handlungsbedarf nicht zwingend gegeben.
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, which was clearly adopted on June 18, 2023, provides for incentives and target agreements. Further measures may be possible, but further measures should only be necessary if the climate targets are missed.
Das Klimaschutzgesetz, welches am 18. Juni 2023 deutlich angenommen wurde, sieht Anreize und Zielvereinbarungen vor. Weitere Massnahmen können möglich sein, weitere Massnahmen sollen aber nur dann nötig sein, sollten die Klimaziele verfehlt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, there must also be no ban on technology. We must not close our minds to new-generation nuclear power plants.
Es darf allerdings auch kein Technologieverbot bestehen. Für Atomkraftwerke der neuen Generation dürfen wir uns nicht verschliessen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Switzerland already has one of the strictest animal protection legislations. Adjustments are not foreseen at the moment.
Die Schweiz besitzt bereits eine der strengsten Tierschutzgesetzgebungen. Anpassungen sind momentan nicht vorhergesehen.
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
Switzerland still has to catch up with other countries in the area of biodiversity.
Die Schweiz muss im Bereich der Biodiversität im Vergleich zu anderen Staaten noch aufholen.
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
Promoting the circular economy is central to an environmentally sustainable economy.
Für eine ökologische nachhaltige Wirtschaft ist die Förderung der Kreislaufwirtschaft zentral.
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
The federal government should play a stronger role in government digitization projects in particular. E-voting and electronic patient files must be developed and implemented nationally. 26 Individual solutions are inefficient and expensive in these areas.
Gerade bei staatlichen Digitalisierungsprojekten sollte der Bund eine stärkere Rolle einnehmen. E-Voting und elektronische Patientendossiers müssen national entwickelt und umgesetzt werden. 26 Einzellösungen sind in diesen Bereichen ineffizient und teuer.
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering TV and radio license fees
A popular initiative aims to reduce television and radio fees (CHF 200 per household, exemption for businesses). Do you support this initiative?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In the course of the demographic development, it is important that this is countered. Furthermore, it would be welcome if young people could put into practice the political knowledge they have learned at school.
In Zuge der demografischen Entwicklung ist es wichtig, dass hier dagegen gehalten wird. Ausserdem wäre es begrüssenswert, dass die Jugendlichen, die in der Schule erlernten politischen Kenntnisse umsetzen könnten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I am in favor of the re-export of war material in the special case of Ukraine. However, I am critical of a general relaxation of the War Material Act.
Ich bin für die Wiederausfuhr von Kriegsmaterial im Spezialfall Ukraine. Einer generellen Lockerung des Kriegsmaterialgesetzes stehe ich hingegen kritisch gegenüber.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The bilateral path should be continued. The Federal Council must increasingly approach the EU with our positions on the dynamic adoption of legislation and wage protection.
Der bilaterale Weg soll weitergeführt werden. Der Bundesrat muss hier verstärkt mit unseren Positionen in Sachen dynamische Rechtsübernahme und Lohnschutz auf die EU zugehen.
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."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The social market economy is the best way forward for Switzerland.
Die soziale Marktwirtschaft ist für die Schweiz der beste Weg.
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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Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is important that, if possible, grandparents are involved in childcare and that both parents fulfill their obligation in childcare.
Wichtig ist, dass bei Möglichkeit die Grosseltern bei der Kinderbetreuung einbezogen werden und beide Elternteile ihrer Verpflichtung bei der Kinderbetreuung nachkommen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
After the narrow acceptance of the increase in the women's retirement age to 65, the conditions are not here. It remains to be seen how the Federal Council intends to stabilize the AHV after 2030.
Nach der knappen Annahme der Erhöhung des Frauen-Rentenalters auf 65 Jahre sind die Voraussetzungen dafür nicht hier. Es ist abzuwarten, wie der Bundesrat die AHV nach 2030 stabilisieren will.
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