In a krone.tv conversation with Jürgen Winterleitner, renowned political analyst Peter Plaikner analyzes the strategies of the Austrian parties in the National Council election campaign. What role do issues such as flooding and migration play and how crucial are the top candidates in the final phase of the election campaign?
Political analyst and media consultant Peter Plaikner makes a clear assessment of the Austrian top candidates on krone.tv: Nehammer has proven himself in the role of flood crisis manager – in crises it is all about not making mistakes. This role has given the Chancellor a boost, while Herbert Kickl, often seen as aggressive, has ‘softened’ his rhetoric in order to aspire to the role of Chancellor. However, whether he will succeed in this change remains doubtful.
The change of subject as a result of the flood
The flood had a major impact on the election campaign. Plaikner explains that the floods acted as a catalyst for the ruling ÖVP party’s advantage. “A stroke of luck for Nehammer,” said Plaikner. Previously, the FPÖ had leadership on migration and social security, but this has now shifted in favor of the ÖVP.
Social media as an instrument of power for the FPÖ
Plaikner pays particular attention to the FPÖ’s dominance in social media. “The FPÖ discovered social media very early. That was already the case under Heinz-Christian Strache, with his Facebook presence,” he emphasizes. This reach is crucial for long-term political mobilization, especially among the younger target group.
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You can watch the entire interview in the video above.
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