Monika Baumgartner-Schwere
Die Mitte | 04d.06
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
The primary goal, however, is to find a solution to rising health care costs.
Vorrangiges Ziel ist aber eine Lösung für die steigenden Gesundheitskosten zu finden.
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
See the center's "Fair Pensions" initiative.
Siehe Initiative "Faire Renten" der Mitte.
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
Reduction is necessary to slow down the redistribution from young to old.
Senkung ist nötig, damit die Umverteilung von Jung zu Alte gebremst werden kann.
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
We must not forget the companies. These absences and further demands for work-life balance are hardly bearable for the companies.
Wir dürfen dabei die Unternehmen nicht vergessen. Diese Absenzen und weiteren Forderungen zu Work-Life-Balance sind für die Unternehmen kaum mehr verkraftbar.
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 promotion of non-profit housing is the responsibility of the cantons and municipalities; the federal government has already allocated 250 million under the "Fonds de roulement".
Die Förderung des gemeinnützigen Wohnungsbaus ist Aufgabe der Kantone und Gemeinden, der Bund hat bereits 250 Mio. im Rahmen des "Fonds de roulement" 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 cost brake initiative, we are demanding measures from all players. All parties must take a step if necessary. For the center, however, the measures of all other actors are in the foreground.
Mit der Kostenbremse-Initiative fordern wir Massnahmen von allen Akteuren. Alle Parteien müssen notfalls einen Schritt machen. Für die Mitte stehen aber 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Health care is the responsibility of the cantons. Nevertheless, intercantonal cooperation is to be promoted.
Die Gesundheitsvorsorge ist Sache der Kantone. Trotzdem soll die überkantonale Zusammenarbeit gefördert werden.
Education
Inclusive schooling
According to the Swiss integrated schooling concept, children with learning difficulties or disabilities should be taught in regular classes. Do you approve of this concept?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The experience of the last years shows that the implementation causes problems and is not satisfactory. The teaching staff has reached a performance limit, the project seems to fail.
Die Erfahrung der letzten Jahre zeigt, dass die Umsetzung Probleme bereitet und nicht zufriedenstellend erfolgt. Die Lehrerschaft hat eine Leistungsgrenze erreicht, das Projekt scheint zu scheitern.
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
The gymnasiale Matur is a matter for the cantons. Vocational education should be better promoted. In particular, our foreign population is the unique system of vocational education to better explain
Die gymnasiale Matur ist Sache der Kantone. Besser soll die Berufsbildung weiter gefördert werden. Insbesondere unsere ausländische Bevölkerung ist das einmalige System der Berufsbildung besser zu erläutern
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Asylum seekers must receive an asylum decision before making the dangerous journey across the sea, if possible. This is the only way to prevent the tragic accidents that occur during journeys across the sea.
Asylsuchende müssen möglichst vor der gefährlichen Reise über das Meer einen Asylentscheid bekommen. Nur so können die tragischen Unfälle bei Reisen über das Meer verhindert werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
but only if those willing to die are professionally accompanied in the decision-making process.
aber nur, wenn die Sterbewilligen professionell bei der Entscheidfindung begleitet werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Only in the case of the desire to have children, procreation should remain possible only in a natural way.
Einzig beim Kinderwunsch soll die Fortpflanzung nur auf natürliche Weise möglich bleiben.
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 upcoming challenges in the areas of health care, child care, old-age provision and the armed forces are unlikely to permit tax cuts.
Die bevorstehenden Herausforderungen im Bereich Gesundheit, Kinderbetreuung, Altersvorsorge, Armee lassen Steuersenkungen wohl kaum zu.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The administrative burden is too great. The center has launched the popular initiative "fair taxes" for this purpose.
Der administrative Aufwand ist zu gross. Die Mitte hat dafür die Volksinitiative "faire Steuern" lanciert.
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
However, regulations must be applied in the right place.
Die Regulierungen müssen aber am richtigen Ort eingesetzt werden.
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Automobile manufacturers are aiming for a 2035 phase-out, and the market is organizing itself without political pressure.
Die Autmobilhersteller streben einen Ausstieg auf 2035 an, der Markt organisiert sich ohne politischen Druck.
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
Incentives are a valuable tool. Further measures are needed if it becomes apparent that the climate targets will not be met.
Anreize sind ein wertvolles Mittel. Weitere Massnahmen sind dann nötig, wenn sich eine Verfehlung der Klimaziele abzeichnet.
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
At present, no energy supplier in Switzerland is making such plans. However, I stand by the principle of technological openness and do not oppose the construction of nuclear power plants from Generation IV onward.
zurzeit schmiedet in der Schweiz kein Energieversorger solche Pläne. Ich stehe aber zurm Grundsatz der Technologieoffenheit und verwehre mich nicht gegen den Bau von Kernkraftwerken ab Generation IV.
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 laws in the world.
Die Schweiz hat bereits heute eines der strengsten Tierschutzgesetze der Welt.
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
The circular economy should be promoted, the longevity of equipment or its recycling improved.
Die Kreislaufwirtschaft soll gefördert, die Langlebigkeit von Geräten oder deren Wiederverwertung verbessert 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
5G antennas, but only where it makes sense. All providers must agree on common locations. Fiber optic cables must be promoted at all costs.
5G Antennen aber nur, wo sinnvoll. Sämtliche Anbieter haben sich für gemeinsame Standorta abzusprechen. Glasfaserkabel sind unbedingt zu fördern.
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
E-voting, electronic patient files, and digital debt collection networks must be developed nationally. This is the only way to make the project interesting and affordable for the "best" developers. Cybercrime must be given the highest attention.
E-Voting, elektronsiche Patientendossiert, digitale Betreibungsnetze müssen national entwickelt werden. Nur damit wird das Projekt für die "besten" Entwickler interessant und bezahlbar. Cyberkriminalität ist die höchste Aufmerksamkeit zu schenken.
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering TV and radio license fees
A popular initiative aims to reduce television and radio fees (CHF 200 per household, exemption for businesses). Do you support this initiative?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introducing an optional financial referendum against federal spending
Should it be possible to hold a referendum on federal spending above a certain amount (optional financial referendum)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Security & military
Increasing the size of the army to at least 120,000 soldiers
Are you in favor of expanding the army's target number of soldiers to at least 120,000?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Re-export of Swiss weapons
Should the Federal Council be allowed to authorize other states to re-export Swiss weapons in cases of a war of aggression in violation of international law (e.g., the attack on Ukraine)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In parliament, Die Mitte has strongly supported the re-export of war material in the special case of Ukraine and has submitted corresponding proposals to parliament (Lex Ukraine). However, Die Mitte is critical of a general relaxation of the War Material Act.
Die Mitte hat sich im Parlament stark gemacht für eine Wiederausfuhr von Kriegsmaterial im Spezialfall Ukraine und hat hierfür entsprechende Vorstosse im Parlament eingereicht (Lex Ukraine). Einer generellen Lockerung des Kriegsmaterialgesetzes steht Die Mitte 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 center calls for the continuation of good bilateral relations with the EU. However, this is subject to the condition that the protection of wage levels and social security systems is ensured in the long term.
Die Mitte fordert die Weiterführung der guten bilateralen Beziehungen zur EU. Dies jedoch unter der Voraussetzung, dass der Schutz des Lohnniveaus sowie der Sozialwerke nachhaltig gesichert ist.
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
The USA is an exciting trading partner for the Swiss economy. However, any free trade agreement should focus on the most important sectors such as the machine industry, pharmaceuticals, etc.
Die USA ist für die Schweizer Wirtschaft ein spannender Handelspartner. Ein allfälliges Freihandelsabkommen sollte sich jedoch auf die wichtigsten Branchen wie Maschinenindustrie, Pharma, etc. konzentrieren.
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 business community is already taking social responsibility.
Die Wirtschaft nimmt bereits heute die soziale Verantwort wahr.
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
We must create the opportunities so that families are free to decide which model suits them best. Raising children is a valuable, meaningful, enriching task, but it also takes time.
Wir müssen die Möglichkeiten schaffen, damit die Familien frei entscheiden können, welches Modell ihnen am besten entspricht. Kindererziehung ist eine wertvolle, sinnvolle, bereichernde Aufgabe, die aber auch Zeit benötigt.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Compare initiative fair pensions and fair taxes for married couples
Vergleiche Initiative faire Renten und faire Steuern für Ehepaare
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
More revenue is to be generated with, for example, a fee through the Gotthard or a higher vignette fee.
Es sollen mehr Einnahmen mit z. B. einer Gebühr durch den Gotthard oder einer höhere Vignetten-Gebühr generiert werden.
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 |
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Comment
Cybersecurity
Cybersicherheit
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
There is no need for action at the moment; the retirement age for women has only just been increased. In the medium term, however, we will have to discuss this again. It is clear that this should not apply to all gainfully employed persons, but that sector-specific solutions must be discussed.
Im Moment besteht kein Handlungsbedarf, das Rentenalter der Frauen wurde erst gerade erhöht. Mittelfristig müssen wir darüber aber wieder diskutieren. Klar ist, dass dies nicht für alle Erwerbtätigen gelten soll, sondern branchenabhängige Lösungen diskutiert werden müssen
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