Josef Taus: A life for Austria - memory of a visionary

Josef Taus: A life for Austria - memory of a visionary

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - On December 14, 2024, ORF changed its program to commemorate the late Josef Taus. The documentary "Josef Taus - a man against Kreisky" will be broadcast on ORF 2 on Sunday, December 15th, at 11.10 p.m. The documentary was produced on the occasion of its 90th birthday in 2023 and highlights the political career of the ÖVP federal party chairman, who tried to defeat the SPÖ Chancellor Bruno Kreisky in the late 1970s. The gripping TV duels between Taus and Kreisky are considered pioneers for modern election campaigns in Austria, although Kreisky ultimately gave the better picture, such as OTS reported.

Josef Taus, born in Vienna in 1933, came from modest conditions. His father was a meat assistant and the family had to deal with privation on Sundays. Despite these circumstances, he attended high school and later studied law and at the world trade University. He started his professional career as an economic editor at the "Wiener Zeitung" before entering politics. After different stations, including the state secretary and federal party chairman of the ÖVP, he ran twice for the Chancellery and thus shaped Austrian politics, even if the great success was denied how orf reported.

influential career and legacy

TAUS 'influence on the economy and the politics of the country was remarkable. He took over numerous management positions in the private sector and was instrumental in the founding of Management Trust Holding (MTH). Despite health problems, he remained active in an entrepreneurial manner until old age and leaves a significant heir. Chancellor Karl Nehammer paid tribute to Taus as a "formative personality" and underlined his tireless efforts for the republic. Politicians and companions also expressed themselves affected by the loss, since with him a visionary entrepreneur and politician came from the scene that had a positive impact on the Austrian economy and society for many years.