Roland Kappeler
Sozialdemokratische Partei | 24.02
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 |
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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
Married couples benefit in other places in the social security system. The ceiling is reasonable as a compensation.
Ehepaare profitieren im Sozialversicherungssystem an anderen Orten. Die Plafonierung ist als Ausgleich zumutbar.
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
From an actuarial point of view, a reduction is justified. But as long as the BVG discriminates against low incomes as it does today (e.g. through the coordination deduction and the entry threshold), low pensions in particular must be protected by the (too) high conversion rate.
Versicherungsmathematisch ist eine Senkung zwar gerechtfertigt. Aber solange das BVG tiefe Einkommen so benachteiligt wie heute (z.B. durch den Koordinationsabzug und die Eintrittsschwelle), müssen v.a. die tiefen Renten durch den (zu) hohen Umwandlungssatz geschützt werden.
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
We can discuss higher optional deductibles, but not the minimum deductible. It guarantees access to health care for everyone - an indispensable basic right of our welfare state.
Über höhere Wahlfranchisen kann man diskutieren, nicht aber über die Mindestfranchise. Sie gewährt den Zugang zu Gesundheitsleistungen für alle Personen - ein unverzichtbares Grundrecht unseres Sozialstaates.
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 Federal Council used its additional power responsibly in the Corona crisis.
Der Bundesrat ist in der Coronakrise verantwortungsvoll mit seiner zusätzlichen Macht umgegangen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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Comment
However, it is imperative that sufficient resources are available so that both the special students and the school classes can be adequately cared for. If these resources are too scarce, inclusive education reaches its limits.
Es braucht dazu aber zwingend genügend Ressourcen, damit sowohl die besonderen Schüler:innen als auch die Schulklassen adäquat betreut werden können. Sind diese Ressourcen zu knapp, stösst die integrative Schulung an Grenzen.
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
A nationwide coordination of the requirements is more important than an increase. However, they may also tend to increase somewhat.
Eine schweizweite Koordination der Anforderungen ist wichtiger als eine Erhöhung. In der Tendenz dürfen diese aber auch etwas ansteigen.
Equal opportunities in education
Should the state be more committed to equal educational opportunities (e.g., through subsidized remedial courses for students from low-income families)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Comment
It would be a step forward if the municipalities were at least allowed to determine this themselves.
Ein Fortschritt wäre schon, wenn die Gemeinden dies wenigstens selber bestimmen dürften.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Decriminalization yes, but only with appropriate (youth) protection concepts and under strict conditions.
Entkriminalisierung ja, aber nur mit entsprechenden (Jugend-)Schutzkonzepten und unter strengen Auflagen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is rather to be examined whether an "official gender" is needed at all. I would rather advocate the abolition of this category.
Es ist eher zu prüfen, ob es überhaupt ein "amtliches Geschlecht" braucht. Ich würde mich eher für eine Abschaffung dieser Kategorie stark machen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Individual taxation is also not fair in every case (because the economic unit is often the family and not the individual). Perhaps different options (e.g. partial splitting) need to be offered for selection.
Auch die Individualbesteuerung ist nicht in jedem Fall gerecht (weil die ökonomische Einheit oft die Familile ist und nicht das Individuum). Vielleicht müssen verschiedene Optionen (z.B. Teilsplitting) zur Auswahl angeboten werden.
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
Inheritance tax is economically one of the most sensible taxes. The devastating tax competition between the cantons has led to its extensive abolition. Therefore, the federal government should close this gap again.
Erbschaftssteuer ist ökonomisch eine der sinnvollsten Steuern. Der verheerende Steuerwettbewerb der Kantone hat zur weitgehenden Abschaffung geführt. Deshalb soll der Bund diese Lücke wieder schliessen.
Strengthen financial equalization between the cantons
Should the differences between cantons with high and low financial capacity be further reduced through fiscal equalization?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Economy & labour
Introduce a national minimum wage of CHF 4,000
Are you in favor of introducing a minimum wage of CHF 4,000 for all full-time employees?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Regulate the financial sector more strictly
Do you support stricter regulations for the financial sector (e.g., stricter capital requirements for banks, ban on bonuses)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
More important than stricter (new) rules would be the strengthening of the supervisory authorities (e.g. FINMA) to enforce the existing rules.
Wichtigder als strengere (neue) Regeln wäre die Stärkung der Kontrollbehörden (z.B. FINMA) zur Durchsetzung der bestehenden Regeln.
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
Liberalization for companies has shown that in a crisis situation, the state is once again asked for help. In that case, we'd rather do without it right from the start.
Die Liberalisierung für Unternehmen hat gezeigt, dass in einer Krisenlage doch wieder der Staat um Hilfe gebeten wird. Dann verzichten wir lieber von Anfang an darauf.
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
Perhaps there are specific regulations that can be relaxed (e.g. utilization rates), but I certainly cannot support this in general. (e.g. noise protection) Most regulations are well justified.
Vielleicht gibt es punktuell konkrete Vorschriften, die man lockern kann (z.B. Ausnützungsziffern), aber so generell kann ich das sicher nicht befürworten. (z.B. beim Lärmschutz) Die meisten Vorschriften sind gut begründet.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Here, economic measures (e.g. levies) make more sense than general bans.
Hier sind ökonomische Massnahmen (z.B. Abgaben) sinnvoller als generelle Verbote.
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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Comment
That is certainly true in principle. Nevertheless, government action must always be reviewed for its legality and proportionality.
Stimmt im Grundsatz sicher. Trotzdem muss auch staatliches Handeln immer auf seine Recht- und Verhältnissmässigkeit überprüft werden.
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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Comment
Market economy is a very efficient form of economy, but unfortunately not everyone benefits! That is why the state corrective for market failures is needed.
Marktwirtschaft ist eine sehr effiziente Wirtschaftsform, aber leider profitieren nicht alle! Deshalb braucht es das staatliche Korrektiv für Marktversagen.
Compensate for differences in income and wealth
What is your position the following statement: "It is necessary for the State to balance out differences in income and wealth through redistribution".
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Hopefully, this will remain a consensus in Switzerland.
Das bleibt in der Schweiz hoffentlich weiterhin ein Konsens.
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
There are as many different models as there are children and family situations. Finding the best one for each child remains a challenge for every family.
Es gibt so viele verschiedene Modelle wie es Kinder und Familiensituationen gibt. Das Beste für jedes Kind zu finden, bleibt eine Herausforderung für jede Familie.
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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Comment
Unfortunately, I think the risks are greater than the opportunities. Nevertheless, we have to take advantage of the opportunities.
Ich schätze die Risiken leider grösser ein als die Chancen. Trotzdem müssen wir die Chancen nutzen.
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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Comment
Punishment as mere atonement makes little sense. Insight, fitness for life and society must be the primary goals for offenders as well.
Strafe als reine Sühne macht wenig Sinn. Einsicht, Lebens- und Gesellschaftsfähigkeit müssen auch für Straftäter die obersten Ziele sein.
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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Comment
Environmental protection is only a cost factor in the short term. In the long term, the costs of doing nothing are much greater. Therefore, there is actually no conflict of goals between ecology and economy.
Umweltschutz ist nur kurzfristig ein Kostenfaktor. Langfristig sind die Kosten des Nichtstuns viel grösser. Deshalb gibt es eigentlich keinen Zielkonflikt zwischen Ökologie und Ökonomie.
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"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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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
We probably won't be able to avoid this in the longer term. More important than an increase, however, is a flexibilization. An increase can only be considered if the livelihood of older employees is secured (through labor market measures and social insurance).
Wahrscheinlich kommen wir längerfristig nicht darum herum. Wichtiger als eine Erhöhung ist aber eine Flexibilisierung. Eine Erhöhung kommt erst in Frage, wenn die Existenzsicherung von älteren Arbeitnehmer:innen sichergestellt ist (durch Arbeitsmarktmassnahmen und Sozialversicherungen).
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