Thomas Landis
Grünliberale | 13.19
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
Currently, low-income earners use up considerable portions of their wages for health insurance contributions, which calls for a change. As long as this situation persists, it is important to support low-income earners.
Derzeit werden von Geringverdienern beträchtliche Anteile ihres Lohns für Krankenkassenbeiträge aufgebraucht, was eine Veränderung erfordert. Solange dieser Umstand anhält, ist es wichtig, Einkommensschwache zu unterstützen.
Pensions for married couples
For married couples, the pension is currently limited to 150% of the maximum individual AHV pension (capping). Should this limit be eliminated?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The idea of the AHV is that people who contribute should also receive benefits later, the question arises why this is related to marital status?
Die Idee der AHV ist dass Personen, die Beiträge leisten, auch später Leistungen erhalten sollten, stellt sich die Frage, warum dies in Verbindung mit dem Zivilstand steht?
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
For many decades, the excessively high conversion rate has led to an opaque redistribution within the second pillar. Young people (from low-birth-rate cohorts) and people with low pension assets, especially women, are at a particular disadvantage. This problem requires a solution. In my opinion, lowering the conversion rate is not the right approach.
Seit vielen Jahrzehnten führt der zu hohe Umwandlungssatz zu einer undurchsichtigen Umverteilung innerhalb der zweiten Säule. Dabei sind vor allem junge Menschen (aus geburtenschwachen Jahrgängen) und Personen mit geringem Vorsorgevermögen, insbesondere Frauen, benachteiligt. Dieses Problem erfordert eine Lösung. Meiner Meinung nach ist die Senkung des Umwandlungssatzes nicht der richtige Ansatz.
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 are facing a shortage of skilled workers and cannot afford to make it unattractive for highly qualified women to return to their jobs. Paternity leave is a significant element in this.
Wir stehen vor einem Mangel an Fachkräften und können es uns nicht leisten, hochqualifizierten Frauen den Wiedereinstieg in ihre Arbeitsplätze unattraktiv zu gestalten. Der Vaterschaftsurlaub stellt hierbei ein bedeutsames Element dar.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Mandatory vaccination creates pressure and offers room for rejection. Instead, we should improve the information situation in order to achieve a higher vaccination rate.
Eine verpflichtende Impfung erzeugt Druck und bietet Raum für Ablehnung. Wir sollten stattdessen die Informationslage verbessern, um dadurch eine höhere Impfquote zu erreichen.
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
The emphasis on the polluter pays principle and personal responsibility also applies in principle to health care costs. People who are physically active and eat a healthy diet should be able to benefit from advantages.
Die Betonung des Verursacherprinzips und der Eigenverantwortung gilt grundsätzlich auch für Gesundheitskosten. Personen, die sich körperlich betätigen und gesund ernähren, sollten von Vorteilen profitieren können.
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
The COVID 19 pandemic has highlighted the critical and urgent need for rapid action.
Die COVID-19-Pandemie hat verdeutlicht, wie entscheidend und dringend schnelles Handeln 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
From a business perspective, and also to increase quality, it makes perfect sense.
Von einer betriebswirtschaftlichen Perspektive aus betrachtet und auch zur Steigerung der Qualität ergibt es durchaus Sinn.
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 inclusive school should focus on the individual needs of children. At the same time, it is necessary to improve the quality of the school system, teaching skills and strengthen the profession of teachers.
Die integrative Schule sollte sich auf die individuellen Bedürfnisse der Kinder ausrichten. Gleichzeitig ist es erforderlich, die Qualität des Schulsystems, die Lehrkompetenz zu verbessern und der Beruf der Lehrer zu stärken.
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
I support the idea of standardizing requirements, but I am skeptical about increasing them.
Ich unterstütze die Idee einer Standardisierung der Anforderungen, jedoch sehe ich eine Erhöhung skeptisch.
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
It is important that each individual can develop his or her full potential across the lifespan. We should nurture the talents and abilities of all children to give each of them the chance to lead a self-determined life.
Es ist wichtig, dass jeder Einzelne sein volles Potenzial über die gesamte Lebensspanne hinweg entfalten kann. Wir sollten die Talente und Fähigkeiten aller Kinder fördern, um jedem von ihnen die Chance auf ein eigenbestimmtes Leben zu ermöglichen.
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
It should be possible to apply for naturalization after 5 years of residence in Switzerland instead of after 10 years.
Es sollte möglich sein, die Einbürgerung nach 5 Jahren Aufenthalt in der Schweiz zu beantragen, anstatt erst nach 10 Jahren.
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
The shortage of qualified workers is a significant challenge. In a global economy, finding skilled people is difficult. To keep Switzerland at the forefront of innovation, we must address this problem.
Der Mangel an qualifizierten Arbeitskräften stellt eine bedeutende Herausforderung dar. In einer globalen Wirtschaft gestaltet sich die Suche nach Fachleuten schwierig. Um die Schweiz weiterhin an der Spitze der Innovation zu halten, müssen wir dieses Problem angehen.
Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
In view of the structural budget deficit, tax relief is not appropriate in the current financial situation. Nevertheless, I continue to support significant tax reforms, such as individual taxation.
Angesichts des strukturellen Haushaltsdefizits sind Steuerentlastungen in der aktuellen finanziellen Situation nicht angemessen. Dennoch befürworte ich weiterhin bedeutsame Steuerreformen, wie beispielsweise die Individualbesteuerung.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
It is advisable to work toward reducing the income gap. An income of less than 4,000 francs is hardly enough to live adequately in Switzerland. In addition, I think it is important to continue to train and support low-income workers.
Es ist ratsam, darauf hinzuarbeiten, die Einkommenskluft zu verringern. Ein Einkommen von unter 4000 Franken reicht in der Schweiz kaum aus, um angemessen zu leben. Zudem halte ich es für wichtig, einkommensschwache Arbeitnehmer weiterhin zu schulen und zu unterstützen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Wage equality between women and men
Are you in favor of stricter controls on equal pay for women and men?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Tolerating any form of discrimination, regardless of gender or other factors, should be avoided.
Es sollte vermieden werden, jegliche Form von Diskriminierung zu tolerieren, unabhängig von Geschlecht oder anderen Faktoren.
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
There are already available alternative technologies; there is no need to continue relying on gasoline engines.
Es gibt bereits verfügbare alternative Technologien; es ist nicht mehr notwendig, weiterhin auf Benzinmotoren zu setzen.
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
As long as there is no solution for nuclear waste, we should promote other solutions.
Solange es keine Lösung für den atomaren Abfall gibt sollten wir andere Lösungen fördern.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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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 |
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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".
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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 |
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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 |
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Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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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)"?
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
Due to demographic change, retirement provision is increasingly out of balance. We should aim to reduce the shift from workers to retirees, while at the same time maintaining the pension level as best as possible. This requires an adjustment and flexibilization of the retirement age, taking into account industry-specific circumstances.
Aufgrund des demografischen Wandels gerät die Altersvorsorge immer stärker aus der Balance. Wir sollten anstreben die Verschiebung von Arbeitskräften zu Rentnern zu verringern, während wir gleichzeitig das Rentenniveau bestmöglich aufrechterhalten sollten. Dies erfordert eine Anpassung und Flexibilisierung des Rentenalters, wobei die branchenspezifischen Gegebenheiten berücksichtigt werden müssen.
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