Alberto Fossati
Die Mitte | 24.06
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
It still depends on the weight of taxes each citizen pays to the state.
Dipende comunque dal peso delle imposte che ciascun cittadino verso allo Stato.
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
YES why a similar couple's annuity should be arrived at for equity, indiscriminately for couples living in concubinage than for married couples.
SI perché si dovrebbe pervenire, per equità, ad una simile rendita di coppia, indistintamente per le coppie che vivono in concubinaggio che per le coppie coniugate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
For the protection of the whole population, some personal sacrifices must be made.
A tutela di tutta la popolazione, si deve fare qualche sacrificio personale.
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
Both for the purpose of population health protection on the territory and for rationality for the purpose of profitable management of economic and professional resources.
Sia ai fini di una tutela sanitaria della popolazione sul territorio, sia per una razionalità ai fini di una gestione proficua delle risorse economiche e professionali.
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
For consistent social integration. Children know how to accept diversity, and this enables the growth of an inclusive community.
Per una coerente integrazione sociale. I bambini sanno accettare la diversità e questo permette la crescita di una comunità inclusiva.
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
Assessing well the family's sources of income.
Valutando bene le fonti di reddito della famiglia.
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
Yes if there is a lack of professional skills in Switzerland...
Si se mancano le competenze professionali in Svizzera..
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
Assessing well the seriousness of the partner one chooses.
Valutando bene la serietà del partner che si sceglie.
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
They participate in the social and economic life of the local community, and it would be consistent to allow participation in local political life as well.
Partecipano alla vita sociale ed economica della comunità locale e sarebbe coerente permettere la partecipazione anche alla vita politica locale.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The subject is very sensitive, both from a scientific and medical point of view and from a crime-fighting point of view.
La materia è molto delicata, sia da un punto di vista scientifico e medico, sia da un punto di vista di lotta alla criminalità.
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
The issue is very sensitive, both from an ethical, medical-scientific, and legal point of view. Respect for personal wishes is important, but a third person should not be involved partly because there is no certainty of absence of conflict of interest.
Il tema è molto delicato, sia da un punto di vista etico che medico scientifico e giuridico. Il rispetto delle volontà personali è importante, ma non si deve coinvolgere una terza persona anche per il fatto che non vi è la certezza di assenza conflitti di interesse.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Sensitive topic, both from a legal point of view and effective social recognition and actuality.
Tema delicato, sia da un punto di vista giuridico che di riconoscimento e attualità effettiva sociale.
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
In compliance with the current law particularly on the sensitive issue of adoption and procreation (NO surrogacy).
Nel rispetto della attuale legge in particolare sul delicato tema delle adozioni e procreazione (NO maternità surrogata).
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
Within the federal budget to protect social interventions for Swiss citizens in Patri and abroad.
Nel rispetto del budget federale a tutela di interventi sociali per i cittadini e le cittadine svizzere in Patri e all'estero.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Pending the proposals that will be reported in the Federal Council's counter-project scheduled for 2024.
In attesa delle proposte che saranno segnalate nel contro-progetto del Consiglio Federale previsto per il 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A common strategy must be found among the cantons perhaps with an agreed federal guideline so as not to create situations of social unrest.
Si deve trovare una strategia comune tra i Cantoni magari con una concordata linea di indirizzo federale per non creare situazioni di disagio sociale.
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 problem is not to create more laws, but to make sure that they are complied with through the correct, pressing and fast system of control in order for them to operate clearly and effectively to protect both the financial system and investors and citizens.
Il problema non è creare ulteriori leggi, ma far si che vengano rispettate tramite il corretto, pressante e veloce sistema di controllo al fine che questi operino con chiarezza e efficacia a tutela sia del sistema finanziario sia degli investitori e dei cittadini.
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
Also protecting the land and environment-Switzerland is known worldwide for the beauty of its Alps, alpine pastures, protected green territories.
A tutela anche del territorio e dell'ambiente: la Svizzera è conosciuta in tutto il mondo per la bellezza delle sua Alpi, alpeggi, territori verdi tutelati.
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
The market is not yet ready for other types of vehicles: both because of vehicle costs, which are still high, and because of the service infrastructure that needs to be planned and implemented,
Il mercato non è ancora pronto per altre tipologie di veicoli: sia per i costi dei veicoli che sono ancora alti sia per le infrastrutture di servizio da programmare e realizzare,
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
Although a strategy between the two types of strategies, incentives and restrictions, must find a synthesis
Anche se una strategia tra le due tipologie di strategie, incentivi e restrizioni, deve trovare una sintesi
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
But it must find a strategy for a certain amount of energy autonomy.
Ma deve trovare una strategia per una certa quantità di autonomia energetica.
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
The federal strategy should also be attentive to and inclusive of the most rural populations from a public services perspective.
La strategia federale dovrebbe essere attenta ed inclusiva delle popolazioni più rurale anche da un punto di vista dei servizi pubblici.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
As it is currently prevsited
Come è attualmente prevsito
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
From the perspective of circular economy.
In ottica di economia circolare.
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
For homogeneity and equity in the ability of both communication and continuity of production activities to remain competitive.
Per omogeneità ed equità nella capacità sia di comunicazione sia di continuità delle attività produttive per rimanere competitive.
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
Otherwise there may be differences in service delivery. Also there may be economic benefits in the implementation of synergistic projects.
Altrimenti vi possono essere differenze nella erogazione di servizi. Inoltre vi possono essere benefici economici nella realizzazione di progetti in sinergia.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current regulations are attentive to the less affluent groups.
L'attuale regolamentazione è attenta alle categorie meno abbienti.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Cooperation with such an important political and economic reality surrounding the Swiss borders cannot be ignored
Non si può prescindere da una cooperazione con una realtà politica ed economica così importante che circonda i confini Svizzeri
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
Holding extensive relations with the U.S. is an advantage not only economically but also in international realtions.
Tenere relazioni ampie con gli USA è un vantaggio non solo economico ma anche nelle realzioni internazionali.
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Consumers today, in their choices to purchase goods and services, are very attentive to the social and environmental policies of companies and their suppliers.
I consumatori oggi, nelle loro scelte di acquisto di beni e servizi, sono molti attenti alle policy sociali e ambientali delle aziende e dei loro fornitori.
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A strategy involving only economic exchange agreements is not easily achievable, because an exchange of movement of people (students, researchers, specialists, ..) is also effectively synergistic.
Non è facilmente realizzabile una strategia che preveda solo accordi di scambio economico, perché è efficacemente sinergico anche uno scambio di circolazione delle persone (studenti, ricercatori, specialisti, ..)
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The experience of these months of sanctions against Russia may be refined, but there is no going back.
L'esperienza di questi mesi delle sanzioni nei confronti della Russia potrà essere perfezionata, ma non si torna indietro.
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
In compliance with the Constitutional Charter.
Nel rispetto della Carta Costituzionale.
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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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
Enhancing the energies and skills of people who can still contribute to the social and economic development of the community, in synergy with the younger generation. while still protecting those whose career paths are worn out due to the specific work they do.
Valorizzare energie e competenze delle persone che possono ancora contribuire allo sviluppo sociale ed economico della comunità, in sinergia con le generazioni più giovani. tutelando comunque coloro che hanno un percorso professionale logorante a causa dello specifico lavoro svolto.
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