Switzerland G/LV: Latest polls, election results and positions
Election Trend
8.0 %
-1.8 since the last election
Last Election
9.8 %
Election 2023 · 23 Seats
3-Month Trend
±0.0
Three months ago: 8.0 %
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Green Party
Switzerland
Green
Environment & Climate
Founded 1979
The Green Party of Switzerland (GPS) is the country's leading ecological force. It consistently combines robust environmental protection with a left-liberal social policy, positioning itself as a progressive alternative to the conservative bloc, prioritizing ecological sustainability over short-term economic growth.
Values and Ideology
The Greens' foundation rests on the understanding that human freedom is inextricably linked to the preservation of natural life support systems. Their worldview is shaped by global solidarity, social justice, and a profound skepticism towards unfettered market capitalism. They view the state as an essential guiding force, tasked with ensuring sustainable coexistence through clear ecological frameworks and robust social security. The party upholds a humanistic vision of society, advocating for radical inclusion and the equal recognition of all lifestyles.
Political Priorities
The agenda primarily focuses on climate action, phasing out fossil fuels, and protecting biodiversity. Its target audience includes urban, well-educated demographics, young voters, and those advocating for systemic change in agricultural and transport policies. Beyond ecological concerns, the party champions issues such as strengthening public services, an open migration policy, and close integration of Switzerland with European structures. It advocates for an economy that defines prosperity through circular models and innovation, rather than resource depletion.
Role in the Political System
Within the Swiss political system, the Greens operate as an established force, challenging the traditional consensus of the Federal Council parties from the left. While active within direct democratic institutions, they frequently employ popular initiatives to spark public debate. Their relationship with the rule of law is characterized by a strong emphasis on international law and human rights. Strategically, they navigate the tension between, on the one hand, assuming governmental responsibility as a reformist force at the cantonal level, and on the other, acting as an oppositional voice offering fundamental critique of the status quo.
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G/LV: Key issues and ideological profile
G/LV
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Topic
Salience
Position 2024
Position 2019
Question
Stance
Economy & State
Should income and wealth be redistributed?
Advocates for strong redistribution of income and wealth.
Stance
How should the state manage its available budget?
Aims to actively direct state funds into public investments.
Stance
Should the local economy be protected?
Tends towards stronger protection of the domestic economy.
Stance
Society & Values
What is more important: freedom or security?
Prioritizes civil liberties but accepts certain security measures.
Stance
Should the equality of women be promoted?
Wants active state promotion of equality.
Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced?
Advocates strong legal and social equality.
Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed?
Fully supports same-sex marriage.
Stance
What role should religions play in politics?
Advocates for strict separation of religion and state.
Stance
Should policy focus on urban or rural areas?
Favors urban development promotion.
Stance
Environment & Globalization
What is more important: environmental protection or economy?
Clearly places environmental protection above economic interests.
Stance
What is more important: climate protection or economy?
Clearly places climate protection above economic interests.
Stance
Migration & Integration
How should immigration policy be regulated?
Advocates open borders and liberal immigration policy.
Stance
How should immigrant integration be shaped?
Advocates cultural diversity and an open society.
Stance
Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights?
Advocates targeted promotion and protection of ethnic minorities.
Stance
What role should nation-states play?
Focuses on global cooperation and open borders.
Stance
Democracy & Institutions
How should power be distributed?
Supports checks and balances and shared decision-making power.
Stance
How independent should the judiciary be?
Emphasizes judicial independence with minimal oversight.
Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal?
Tends towards a more centralized administration.
Stance
Election
Vote share
Seats
2023
October 22, 2023
Vote share
9.8 %
-3.4
Seats
23
-5
2019
October 20, 2019
Best result
Vote share
13.2 %
+6.1
Seats
28
+17
2015
October 18, 2015
Vote share
7.1 %
-1.3
Seats
11
-4
2011
October 23, 2011
Vote share
8.4 %
-1.2
Seats
15
-5
2007
October 21, 2007
Vote share
9.6 %
+2.2
Seats
20
+7
2003
October 19, 2003
Vote share
7.4 %
+2.4
Seats
13
+5
1999
October 24, 1999
Vote share
5.0 %
±0.0
Seats
8
±0
1995
October 22, 1995
Vote share
5.0 %
-1.1
Seats
8
-6
1991
October 20, 1991
Vote share
6.1 %
+1.2
Seats
14
+5
1987
October 18, 1987
Vote share
4.9 %
+3.0
Seats
9
+6
1983
October 23, 1983
Vote share
1.9 %
+1.3
Seats
3
+2
1979
October 21, 1979
Worst result
Vote share
0.6 %
Seats
1
All elections since 1945 in which G/LV participated. Click a row to see election details.
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Today
Led government
Involved in government
Not in government
No government involvement to date
G/LV has not been involved in any government since 1947.
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