Beat Kropf
Independent | 40.17
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
It is more sustainable and responsible to reduce health care costs in general.
Es ist nachhaltiger und verantwortungsvoller, die Gesundheitskosten generell zu senken.
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
Must be viewed in the overall context. Married couples enjoy other advantages.
Ist im Gesamtkontext anzuschauen. Ehepaare geniessen andere Vorteile.
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
This measure is part of a whole package and is unavoidable from an actuarial point of view
Diese Massnahme ist Teil eines ganzen Paketes und versicherungstechnisch unumgänglich
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
Starting a family is an important personal decision. Finding time for the children is the primary task and responsibility of parents.
Eine Familie zu gründen ist ein wichtiger persönlicher Entscheid. Zeit zu finden für die Kinder ist primäre Aufgabe und Verantwortung der Eltern.
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
It is important to create good conditions for enough housing . Non-profit housing is good for those who receive such housing. Everyone else is left out. That is not fair
Wichtig ist, gute Rahmenbedingungen zu schaffen für genug Wohnraum . Gemeinnütziger Wohnungsbau ist gut für die, die eine solche Wohnung erhalten. Alle anderen stehen aussen vor. Das ist nicht fair
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
Serious diseases have almost completely disappeared, also thanks to widespread vaccination. This has prevented much suffering. This only works if everyone vaccinates themselves.
Schwere Krankheiten konnten auch dank einer flächendeckenden Impfungen fast ganz zum verschwinden gebracht werden. Das hat viel Leid verhindert. Das funktioniert nur, wenn sich alle impfen.
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
A healthy lifestyle is the first task of each individual. You can talk about reducing subsidies for sugar cultivation and educate. And if a tax, then only if the money is distributed 100% back to the population. So that the tax works only as a steering tax.
Ein gesunder Lebenswandel ist erste Aufgabe jedes einzelnen. Man kann darüber reden, Subventionen abzubauen für den Zuckeranbau und aufklären. Und wenn eine Steuer, dann nur, wenn das Geld zu 100% an die Bevölkerung zurück verteilt wird. Damit die Steuer nur als Lenkungsabgabe funktioniert.
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
Minimum deductible increase is of no use for chronically ill persons. Rather, increase the discounts for higher deductibles so that healthy living and careful management of health care expenses pays off.
Mindestfranchise-Erhöhung nützt bei chronisch kranken Personen nicht. Eher die Rabatte für höhere Franchisen erhöhen, so dass ich gesundes Leben und sorgfältiger Umgang mit Gesundheitsausgaben lohnt.
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
Giving a lot of power to a few people is tricky. Nevertheless, in crises it may be necessary to make quick and decisive decisions. It is important that this transfer of power is clearly regulated, limited and provided with an expiration date.
Viel Macht wenigen Personen zu übertragen ist heikel. Dennoch kann es in Krisen nötig sein, rasch und dezidiert zu entscheiden. Wichtig ist, dass diese Machtübertragung klar geregelt, begrenzt und mit einem Ablaufdatum versehen ist.
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
Even if a federal optic is not always the best, the closer to the population these decisions are made, the better.
Auch wenn eine föderale Optik nicht immer die Beste ist: je näher bei der Bevölkerung diese Entscheide gefällt werden, um so besser.
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
In individual cases, this can work well. In many cases, however, a number of people are (too) heavily involved and then the concept quickly falls apart.
In Einzelfällen kann das gut klappen. In vielen Fällen sind aber etliche Beteiligte (zu) stark gefordert und dann fällt das Konzept rasch auseinander.
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 dual system is one of Switzerland's great strengths. No one is helped by mass academization.
Das duale System ist eine grosse Stärke der Schweiz. Mit einer Akademisierung über Masse ist niemandem geholfen.
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
With a sense of proportion. Low income alone does not mean that children are not supported at home.
Mit Augenmass. Nur das geringe Einkommen alleine heisst noch nicht, dass die Kinder zu Hause nicht gefördert werden.
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Where there is a shortage of skilled workers and vacancies, openness is important
Wo Fachkräfte fehlen und freie Stellen da sind ist Offenheit wichtig
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
Dealing with many asylum seekers is complex and solutions are needed. A pure outsourcing of the stay is not very effective
Der Umgang mit vielen Asylanten ist komplex und es braucht Lösungen. Eines reines outsourcing des Aufenthaltes ist wenig zielführend
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
Anyone who wants to vote and elect with us is welcome. The way leads through naturalization
Wer bei uns stimmen und wählen möchte ist herzlich willkommen. Der Weg führt über eine Einbürgerung
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Intoxicants are diverse.
Rauschmittel gibt es diverse.
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
Life is something unique. There are situations in which people no longer want to live. This decision is to be respected.
Das Leben ist etwas einmaliges. Es gibt Situationen, in denen Menschen nicht mehr Leben wollen. Dieser Entscheid ist zu respektieren.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This topic is still very young. Official actions have many and long-lasting consequences. We can look at this issue again in four years.
Dieses Thema ist noch sehr jung. Amtliche Handlungen haben viele und lang anhaltende Konsequenzen. Diese Frage können wir in vier Jahren wieder anschauen.
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
There are areas where this is not very effective, e.g. in reproduction. They are exceptions. The question here focuses on "all" areas, hence my no.
Es gibt Bereiche wo das wenig zielführend ist, z.B. bei der Fortpflanzung. Es sind Ausnahmen. Die Frage fokussiert hier auf "alle" Bereiche, darum mein Nein
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
Tax revenues are growing every year because we are doing well. Expenditures are growing more strongly. Sometimes it helps to set a framework in order to be able to set clear priorities again.
Die Steuereinnahmen wachsen jährlich weil es uns gut geht. Die Ausgaben wachsen stärker. Manchmal hilft es, einen Rahmen zu setzen um wieder klare Prioritäten setzen zu können
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A never-ending story. Individual taxation best takes into account the very different life plans
Eine unendliche Geschichte. Eine Individualbesteuerung nimmt am besten Rücksicht auf die sehr unterschiedlichen Lebensentwürfe
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
Building up wealth over generations is also a sign of responsibility. Skimming this off the state contradicts this idea. This does not absolve the heirs from handling the assets responsibly themselves.
Vermögensaufbau über Generationen hinweg zeugt auch von Verantwortung. Das staatlich abzuschöpfen widerspricht diesem Gedanken. Das entbindet die Erben nicht davon, selber verantwortlich mit dem Vermögen umzugehen
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
As an entrepreneur, I am exposed to competition. That is challenging. But it also spurs me on to give my best. The current balance is already redistributing a lot.
Als Unternehmer bin ich dem Wettbewerb ausgesetzt. Das ist herausfordernd. Es spornt aber auch an, das Beste zu geben. Der aktuelle Ausgleich teilt schon viel um.
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
Minimum wages are double-edged. If you have the job, great. On the other hand, the barrier to entry is getting bigger. Companies automate or organize themselves differently.
Mindestlöhne sind zweischneidig. Wer die Stelle hat, super. Auf der anderen Seite wird die Eintrittshürde grösser. Firmen automatisieren oder organisieren sich anders.
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
The strongest regulation does not protect against greed, but it paralyzes everyone else who wants to stay within the framework.
Die stärkste Regulierung schützt vor Gier nicht, lähmt aber alle anderen, die sich im Rahmen bewegen wollen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The sum total of all regulations strangles great projects. This leads to housing shortages.
Die Summe alle Vorschriften würgen tolle Projekte ab. Das führt zu Wohnungsnot.
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
The tightening measures have not been in place for long. The figures show different pictures. No need for action at present
Die Verschärfungen sind noch nicht lange in Kraft. Die Zahlen zeigen unterschiedliche Bilder. Aktuell kein Handlungsbedarf
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Good infrastructure is important. Taming too much car traffic with too few roads does not work.
Eine gute Infrastruktur ist wichtig. Zu viel Autoverkehr durch zu wenig Strassen zu zähmen funktioniert nicht.
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
It leaves everyone free to switch to alternative engines today.
Es stellt allen Personen frei, bereits heute auf alternative Motoren umzusteigen.
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
Behavioral changes are more sustainable when they happen out of conviction.
Verhaltensveränderungen sind nachhaltiger wenn sie aus Überzeugung geschehen.
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
With a sense of proportion.
Mit Augenmass.
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
Lifting the ban alone will not lead to new nuclear power plants being built tomorrow. It should be possible as an option.
Das Verbot aufheben alleine führt nicht dazu, dass gleich morgen neue AKW stehen. Als Option sollte es möglich sein.
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
What does comprehensive offer mean? Every region has advantages and disadvantages. Balancing everything out makes little sense.
Was heisst umfassendes Angebot? Jede Region hat Vor- und Nachteile. Alles auszugleichen macht wenig Sinn.
Introduce progressive electricity tariffs
Would you be in favor of the introduction of increasing electricity tariffs when consumption is higher (progressive electricity tariffs)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Nature conservation
Making provisions for the protection of large predators more flexible
Are you in favor of further relaxing the protection regulations for large predators (lynx, wolf, bear)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Classic incentive system.
Klassisches Anreizsystem.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The concern is understandable. Implementation is likely to be challenging....
Anliegen ist nachvollziehbar. Die Umsetzung dürfte anspruchsvoll werden....
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Provided that the customers wish
Sofern die Kundinnen und Kunden das wünschen
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current instruments already allow for a great deal of co-determination. Let's use them consistently!
Die aktuellen Instrumente erlauben bereits viel Mitbestimmung. Nutzen wir diese konsequent!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Constructive and close cooperation is important.
Eine konstruktive und enge Zusammenarbeit ist wichtig.
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
As a small and open economy, free trade is important. Details need to be looked at carefully.
Als kleine und offene Volkswirtschaft ist Freihandel wichtig. Details gilt es gut anzuschauen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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
In the longer term, this can hardly be avoided if we are allowed to live longer and longer.
Längerfristig ist das kaum zu vermeiden, wenn wir immer länger leben dürfen.
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