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Independent | 40.10
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
Trotz Krankenkassenpflicht seit 1994 konnte die Kostenexplosion im Gesundheitswesen nicht gedämpft werden. Mit der Giesskanne die Prämien zu verbilligen ist "Pflästerli-Politik" - es braucht einen komplett neuen Ansatz zur Gesundheitsversorgung ohne Tabus - oder wie erklären sich 7-stellige Chefarzt-Gehälter und daneben noch Vergütung für Forschung oder Lehrstuhl an Uni?
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
es ist nicht zeitgemäss, verheiratete Paare schlechter zu stellen wie Partnerschaften
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
Durch flexibles Rentenalter abhängig von Beitragsdauer/Betreuungsgutschrift (siehe 1) hoffentlich nicht notwendig. Andererseits bedarf es sicherlich auch Anpassungen an die gestiegene Lebenserwartung
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
Ich unterstütze die gleichwertige Erziehung der Kinder durch Mutter UND Vater, aber bitte nicht auf gesetzlicher Basis. Für kleine Unternehmen sind lange Abwesenheiten von Mitarbeitern schwierig zu stemmen und hinsichtlich Fachkräftemangel dürfte es schwierig sein für die Urlaubszeit Ersatz zu finden. Allerdings ist es auch im Interesse der Arbeitgeber mit wertvollen Mitarbeitern hier individuelle Lösungen zu finden.
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
Viel preiswerter als Mieten ist es zu Kaufen => der Bund soll dafür sorgen, dass sich mehr Bürger eigene 4-Wände leisten können!
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
Sofern der Impfplan nur die essentiellen Impfungen umfasst. Ein Opt-Out muss aber möglich sein, sofern sich diese Eltern gegen eventuelle negative Folgen finanziell rückversichern.
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
Eigenverantwortung der Bürger durch einheitliche Deklarations-Pflicht / Ampelsystem auf den Lebensmitteln
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
Anstelle einer höheren Franchise stelle ich mir eine Fallpauschale mit Lenkungseffekt vor. z.B. Fr. 20.- beim Hausarzt aber Fr. 100.- im Notfall des Spitals
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
diverse Massnahmen wurden nur aus Aktionismus eingeführt und haben keinen substantiellen Beitrag zur Pandemie-Bekämpfung geleistet. Allerdings hat der Bundesrat im europäischen Vergleich viel Augenmass bewiesen.
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
aber er soll Strukturen schaffen, dass kantonsübergreifende Kooperation gefördert wird und der Patient nicht wegen der Kantonsgrenze sein Spital wählen muss, sondern die Distanz und die fachliche Anforderung entscheiden.
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
Es bedarf aber einer % Obergrenze der Anzahl pro Klasse, max 30% der Schüler
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Der Zugang zu Stipendien und Studiendarlehen muss vereinfacht werden. Jeder Schüler / Student soll einen individuellen Ausbildungskredit bekommen. Für Rückzahlungsmodalitäten und Verzinsung gibt es Förderprogramme => z.B. zu wenige Lehrer im Kanton X => nebst dem Salär können auch Tilgungen des Kredits durch den Arbeitgeber erfolgen
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
Heute muss der Einbürgerungswillige 10 Jahre im gleichen Kanton und 5 Jahre in der gleichen Wohngemeinde gelebt haben. 10 Jahre in der Schweiz und mindestens 2 Jahre am gleichen Wohnort würde reichen und der ausländischen Wohnbevölkerung ermöglichen, im Falle eines Jobwechsels auch den Wohnort in die Nähe des Arbeitsortes zu verlegen und so einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz zu leisten
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
Für Bürger aus Drittstaaten mit einer ähnlichen Kultur, Werte und Normen sollen zusätzliche Kontingente möglich sein. Engländer, Kanadier, US-Amerikaner, Australier etc...
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
Nein, aber die Botschaften im Ausland sollen Asylgesuche prüfen können, bevor sich Flüchtlinge auf abenteuerliche Reisen begeben müssen.
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
aber Einbürgerung (siehe 4.1) vereinfachen
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Wieso "ertragen" Menschen den Alltag nur mit Drogen? Was können wir tun, damit die Menschen mehr Zufriedenheit und Glück empfinden, auch ohne Bewusstsein verändernde Substanzen?
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
steht in einem Widerspruch zum hippokratischer Eid...
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
keep it simple and basic
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
sorgt dafür, dass der Staat schlank bleibt...
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Macht endlich Schluss mit diesem alten Zopf
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
Steuerhoheit der Kantone
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
Erhöhung der Attraktivität der "armen" Kantone, z.B. über Gutschriften auf den Studiendarlehen => Zuwanderung von qualifizierten und hoffentlich steuerkräftigen Bürger in struktur-schwache Region und dadurch mittelfristig mehr Steueraufkommen in den "armen" Kantonen
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
Wieso soll einer dann noch eine Lehre absolvieren, wenn er auch ohne Ausbildung Fr. 4'000.- Mindestlohn bezahlt kriegt... Viele Absolventen einer Berufslehre erreichen die Fr. 4'000.- bereits am 1. oder 2. Job nach der Lehre..
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
Goldene Fallschirme, Millionen-Boni und exorbitante Manager-Löhne nur bei persönlicher Haftung für allfällige Versäumnisse...
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
Nein, der Strom der aus der Steckdose kommt ist physikalisch immer der Gleiche... daher macht es nicht Sinn ein natürliches Monopol aufzubrechen und mit viel Geld Marketing für "Grün-Strom", "Power-Up" oder ähnliches zu betreiben...
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
Rollender Verkehr verbraucht rund 30% weniger Treibstoff als stockender Verkehr => Umweltschutz
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
Seit Einführung von Lärm- und Abgassvorschriften 1983 und des Katalysators 1986 sind die Personenwagen viel umweltfreundlicher und sparsamer geworden, andere die Umwelt belastende Aktivitäten (z.B. Flugverkehr) hinken hier noch weit hinterher. Die technologische Entwicklung soll nicht einseitig auf eine bestimmte Antriebsart eingeschränkt werden - vielleicht gibt es ja zukünftig alternative Treibstoffe, die auch eine Verbrennungsmotor brauchen..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
ein modernes AKW könnte 3 alte ersetzen
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
die strukturschwachen Regionen bedürfen verschiedener Fördermassnahmen...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
ebenfalls die Speicherung von Verkehrsschilder-Daten bei automatischen Scanner...
Denounce the Schengen Agreement and strengthen border controls
Should Switzerland terminate the Schengen agreement with the EU and reintroduce more security checks directly on the border? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Foreign trade & foreign policy
Seek closer relations with the EU
Are you in favor of closer relations with the European Union (EU)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
gilt aber nur in einem Rechtsstaat mit funktionierender Gewaltentrennung und starker Demokratie
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
der Markt reguliert effektiver als der Gesetzgeber... allerdings sind Auswüchse zu bekämpfen..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Der Staat sollte dafür sorgen, dass möglichst viele Bürger reich werden können
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
Für das Kind ist es sicher von Vorteil, wenn ein Elternteil vor Ort ist, wenn es aus der Schule kommt... aber, das kann auch alternierend Mutter und Vater sein oder ggf. Grosseltern..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Eine abgestufte Rente je nach Beitragsjahren wäre fairer, inklusive Gutschriften für Kinderbetreuung/Schwangerschaft, schwere körperliche Arbeit, Dienste im Nutzen der Allgemeinheit (Militär, Zivilschutz, etc)