The latest state crisis could also have direct consequences for the elections in Vienna. As reported, powerful circles in the Vienna SPÖ are in favor of bringing forward the vote to take advantage of the current protest mood among left-wing voters against Blue-Black. As the “Krone” heard, there is already a concrete alternative date for May 18. Walls are still being built in the town hall.
A report from the “Krone” spread like wildfire late Wednesday evening. During a presidium meeting of the Vienna SPÖ, convened at short notice on Thursday, discussions will include bringing forward the elections that were actually scheduled for October. The political background: With the negotiations between the FPÖ and ÖVP, the mood of protest among left-wing voters in the federal capital is also growing. Mayor Michael Ludwig and Co. could benefit from this mobilization effect – and be more likely to be elected.
Einpeitschen am 1. May?
As the “Krone” has learned from well-informed circles, May 18 is a possible alternative date for the most exciting elections of the year in terms of domestic politics. “Then you could also use May 1 perfectly to mobilize and get involved in the elections on Rathausplatz,” say comrades.
Powerful dissenting voices
However, the powerful Viennese city party is still divided. Despite the political momentum and rosy polls, powerful decision-makers continue to insist that the red-pink city council will end its term in the normal way. “That is what we were elected for,” an SPÖ city governor told the “Krone”. Another obstacle: Blue-Black has not yet been decided despite rapid negotiations and rapprochements. “If Blue-Black fails after the elections in Vienna are brought forward, that could also be counterproductive,” said a powerful Viennese Red.
When asked by the “Krone”, the town hall said that it did not participate in the speculation. “The focus is on tomorrow’s exam on the important topic of health,” it added.
Source: Krone
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