Vienna before the choice: Is the green future on the brink?

Vienna before the choice: Is the green future on the brink?

Wien, Österreich - Judith Pühringer and Peter Kraus, the non-managing city councilors of the Green Vienna, urgently warn of the possible consequences of an impending blue and black federal government of FPÖ and ÖVP. At a press conference in the Vienna City Hall, they outlined an impending “clear cutting in climate protection” and cuts in social benefits that could have serious effects for many Viennese in the future. The Greens in particular fear that the climate set is under pressure, which could result in a price increase at the Vienna's annual ticket, as already on https://www.presse.wien.gv.at was reported.

Kraus also warned of the possible stop of the financing of important subway expansion projects, which would endanger Vienna's transport infrastructure. The planned tram to Schwechat has already been buried by the FPÖ in Lower Austria, which strongly criticized the manual of the blue in the area of public transport. In the social sector, an end to the automatic index adjustment for social benefits is in sight, which has so far secured 1.3 million people in Austria. "Blau-Schwarz could expose the poorest people out of inflation," emphasized Pühringer, also in the communication of https://www.ots.at .

a struggle for the Viennese future

The Green Vienna intend to position themselves as a counterpoint to the impending danger of human rights and social justice under an FPÖ-ÖVP coalition. "We stand for easier access to affordable living and for the expansion of violence protection for women," says Pühringer. The fear that the upcoming government negotiations could lead to cuts in grants for women's shelters is great. A threat to freedom of the press is also classified as seriously after FPÖ boss Nepp has already indicated the end of independent media, which makes the defense of a strong ORF and independent press all the more important.

"The upcoming choice will decide whether we will return to a better future or the past," said Pühringer and Kraus. According to the green assessment, the time for a clear position is urged: "Anyone who is now not clear to Vienna of tomorrow will support the return to the political mistakes of days gone by." An exciting election campaign is therefore prescribed that could significantly change the political landscape of Vienna.