Monika Spring
Sozialdemokratische Partei | 24.03
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
The current regulation is insufficient and disadvantages families with low incomes.
Die heutige Regelung ist ungenügend und benachteiligt Familien mit kleinen Einkommen.
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
For gender equality, the married couple's pension must be abolished
Für die Gleichstellung der Geschlechter muss die Ehepaarrente abgeschafft werden
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 again primarily affects women, who already have lower pensions. It would be much more important to abolish the coordination deduction altogether.
Das trifft auch wieder in erster Linie die Frauen, die sowieso schon tiefere Renten haben. Viel wichtiger wäre ed, den Koordinationasabzug ganz abzuschaffen.
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
Switzerland is probably still at the bottom of the league in Europe when it comes to parental leave!
Die Schweiz ist bezüglich Elternzeit wohl immer noch das Schlusslicht in Europa!
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
More affordable housing is currently one of the most pressing issues.
Mehr bezahlbar Wohnungen ist momentan eines der dringlichsten Probleme.
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
Yes, there are various diseases which are life-threatening and can be successfully contained, such as polio or measles, etc..
Ja, es gibt diverse Krankheiten, welche lebensbedrohlich sind und die erfolgreich eingedämmt werden können, wie z.B. Polio oder Masern etc..
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
This is in the interest of public health!
Das ist im Interesse der Volksgesundheit!
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
This would further increase health care costs, which are already high as it is, and would hit families with lower incomes the hardest.
Das würde die so schon hohen Gesundheitskosten weiter erhöhen und vor allem die Familien mit kleineren Einkommen treffen.
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 has repeatedly reacted too hesitantly, one consequence of which was the increased excess mortality of older persons. The BR should even be given more competences and also be able to decree compulsory vaccination.
Der Bundesrat hat immer wieder zu zögerlich reagiert, eine Folge davon war die erhöhte Übersterblichkeit von älteren Personen. Der BR sollte sogar mehr Kompetenzen erhalten und auch eine Impfpflicht verordnen können.
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
No, cantons and regions should have a say.
Nein, Kantone und Regionen sollen mitbestimmen können.
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
However, this requires a sufficient number of well-trained teachers.
Allerdings braucht es dazu genügend gut ausgebildete Lehrkräfte.
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
This would reduce equal opportunities for children from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds, especially those with an immigrant background.
Das würde die Chancengleichheit von Kindern aus bildungsfernen Milieus, insbesondere solche mit Migrationshintergrund, schmälern.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is embarrassing that we have so many 2nd class people in Switzerland, i.e. those who are very well integrated but cannot have a say.
Es ist peinlich, dass wir in der Schweiz so viele Menschen 2. Klasse haben, also solche, die zwar bestens integriert sind, aber nicht mitbestimmen können.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
I find it embarrassing that this is even being discussed in Switzerland!
Ich finde es peinlich, dass das in der Schweiz überhaupt diskutiert wird!
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
This is long overdue!
Das ist schon lange überfällig!
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
This also depends on the financial situation of the federal government. The danger that cuts will then be made everywhere again is great (e.g. in development aid).
Das hängt auch von der Finanzsituation des Bundes ab. Die Gefahr, dass dann wieder überall gekürzt wird, ist gross (z.B. bei der Entwicklungshilfe)
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Indispensable prerequisite for equality between women and men
Unabdingbare Voraussetzung für die Gleichstellung von Frau und Mann
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 taxes are the fairest of all taxes. From one million francs, they don't hurt either!
Die Erbschaftssteuern sind die gerechtesten aller Steuern. Ab einer Mio Franken tun sie auch nicht weh!
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
Every person should be able to live decently from their wages!
Jede Person soll von ihrem Lohn anständig leben können!
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 CS debacle sends its regards!
Das CS-Debakel lässt grüssen!
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
Germany has shown that then electricity prices inevitably rise! The power supply is a Service Publique task
Deutschland hat gezeigt, dass dann die Strompreise unweigerlich ansteigen! Die Stromversorgung ist eine Service Publique Aufgabe
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
There are much more effective measures, e.g. prohibition of Air B & B and Business-Appertements, containment of the speculation or regulation to realize at least 30% favorable housing with each new building (see city Munich).
Es gibt viel wirksamere Massnahmen, z.B Verbot von Air B & B und Business-Appertements, Eindämmung der Spekulation oder Vorschrift, mind 30% günstiger Wohnraum bei jedem Neubau zu realisieren (vgl. Stadt München)
Wage equality between women and men
Are you in favor of stricter controls on equal pay for women and men?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Contradicts climate protection: Mot. Traffic must be reduced.
Widerspricht dem Klimaschutz: Der mot. Verkehr muss reduziert werden.
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
Climate protection measures are urgent!
Klimaschutz-Massnahmen sind dringend!
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
Bans are indispensable for achieving climate targets
Verbote sind unabdingbar zur Erreichung der Klimaziele
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
There are enough roofs and facades for the installation of solar systems, there is no need to spoil the landscape.
Es gibt genügend Dächer und Fassaden für die Installation von Solaranlagen, es braucht keine Landschafts-Verschandelungen
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
Disposal is not regulated, creates new dependencies regarding uranium
Entsorgung ist nicht geregelt, schafft neue Abhängigkeiten betr. Uran
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Harmlessness of the radiation is not proven!
Unschädlichkeit der Strahlung ist nicht erwiesen!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I would like to continue to have a good quality radio and TV offer!
Ich möchte weiterhin ein qualitativ gutes Radio-und TV-Angebot!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The war in Ukraine has clearly shown that we need a powerful army.
Der Ukraine-Krieg hat klar gezeigt, dass wir eine schlagkräftige Armee brauchen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Swiss concept of neutrality urgently needs to be redefined. Otherwise, the Swiss position is direct support for the aggressor.
Der Schweizer Neutralitätsbegriff muss dringend neu definiert werden. Sonst ist die Schweizer Haltung eine direkte Unterstützung des Aggressors.
Scumonda da visar automaticamain la fatscha en locals publics
Should automatic facial recognition be banned in public spaces?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
We do not want total surveillance à la China.
Wir wollen keine Totalüberwachung à la China.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Strengthen cooperation with the EU, do not weaken it!
Zusammenarbeit mit der EU stärken, nicht schwächen!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Negotiating a framework agreement is essential!
Aushandeln eines Rahmenabkommens ist unerlässlich!
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I reject a surveillance state.
Ich lehne einen Überwachungsstaat ab.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
e.g. through tax progression.
z.B. durch die Steuerprogression.
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
And who stays at home then ? Probably mostly the woman ...!
Und wer bleibt dann zu Hause ? Wohl Meistens die Frau...!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The danger of "transparent citizens" is great!
Gefahr von "gläsernen Mitbürger:innen" ist gross!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I find the new approaches in the penal system promising (focus on reintegration). In the case of serious sexual crimes, custody must be considered.
Ich finde die neuen Ansätze im Strafvollzug vielversprechend (Schwerpunkt auf Wiedereingliederung). Bei schweren Sexualverbrechen muss die Verwahrung geprüft werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Fewer subsidies and, if so, linked to sustainable farming methods.
Weniger Subventionen und wenn, dann geknüpft an nachhaltige Anbaumethoden.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Private transport must be reduced for climate protection
Privatverkehr muss reduziert werden für den Klimaschutz
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
But not through more cameras for monitoring people.
Aber nicht durch mehr Kameras für die Überwachung von Personen.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A little more, so that we are sufficiently equipped against possible aggression.
Etwas mehr, damit wir gegen eine allfällige Aggression ausreichend gerüstet sind.
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
Switzerland, as one of the richest countries in the world, can spend considerably more on this.
Die Schweiz als eines der reichsten Länder der Welt kann dafür deutlich mehr ausgeben.
Comment
This is unnecessary; the AHV can also be financed without an increase in the retirement age. To this end, all loopholes that allow high earners to avoid paying AHV contributions must be consistently closed. In addition, the gap between rich and poor would continue to widen, as even more high earners would take early retirement.
Das ist unnötig, die AHV kann auch ohne Rentenalter-Erhöhung finanziert werden. Dazu müssen alle Hintertürchen, mit welchen sich Gutverdienende vor der Bezahlung der AHV-Beiträge drücken, konsequent geschlossen werden. Zudem würde sich die Schere zwischen arm und reich weiter vergrössern, da sich noch mehr Gutverdienende frühpensionieren lassen würden.
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