Danger to Austria's science: FPÖ threatens to restrictions!

Danger to Austria's science: FPÖ threatens to restrictions!

In an alarming appeal, more than 1,000 scientists warn: inside and leading university representatives of the potential dangers associated with an FPÖ-led government. This not only threatens freedom of science, but also the cornerstones of the democratic values, since it has announced that it would disregard European law and pursue a policy of isolation. Scientists: Inside, like Ruth Wodak, a prominent linguist, suggested that this could have an impact on the international networking and innovative strength of the science location of Austria, which would have catastrophic not only for research, but also for society as a whole. This was underlined by the Uniko President Brigitte Hütter, who emphasizes that "science freedom, the rule of law and democracy are inviolable", as in the statement of the APA-OTS reported.

science and freedom in danger?

The impending changes that could be initiated by a possible cooperation between the FPÖ with other parties are a direct threat to the liberal values. According to an open letter, scientists are committed to compliance with the rule of law, human rights and media freedom and require democratic parties to cooperate. They warn of the “repressive climate” that the FPÖ could promote at universities if research and teaching do not serve their political agenda. This could also undermine the economic backing of Austria beyond the academic freedom, since the country traditionally depends on an open, export -oriented economy. More than 1,000 university representatives support these concerns and urge that Austria's reputation as a reliable and future-oriented country is not jeopardized, as can be read at