Dornauer in the crossfire: isolated in the SPÖ club and from decision

Dornauer in the crossfire: isolated in the SPÖ club and from decision

In the Tyrolean state parliament, the situation around Georg Dornauer causes heated discussions. On Thursday, the vice president of the state parliament, Elisabeth Blanik, bluntly commented on Dornauer's political role and described him as "isolated" within the club. "Georg Dornauer never was interested in the parliamentary work in the state parliament," continued Blanik. Your criticism is not surprising, since the relationship between Dornauer and Blanik has been rather frosty since the handover of the party chair in 2018.

Dornauer, who has refrained from his former influence, clearly signaled that despite internal unrest, he does not intend to end his career in the state parliament. He does not want to let his position be taken after he was able to win a direct mandate in the last state election, which was underpinned with 10,000 preferential votes. He sees himself "withdrawn from two positions for my political life" and sees this as sufficient "punishment".

Dornauer remains controversial

In the districts, the mood towards Dornauer is divided. Despite his setbacks in the party chairmanship, he seems to enjoy support in Innsbruck-Land, where he is also district party leader. Here you appreciate the busy politician, whose support is not undisputed. Manfred Schafferer, Mayor of Absam, and Gabriele Rothbacher from Polling are loyal and think that a withdrawal from Dornauer is not necessary. Rothbacher, however, believes that Dornauer "no longer gets backing" in his home district.

These opposing opinions throw a light on Dornauer's current situation. The Mayor of Zirler Thomas Öfner sums up the situation by saying that he thinks a resignation option for Dornauer is a logical consequence. "Benko is not anyone," he added, emphasizing that such a presence contradicts the principles of the SPÖ.

The ongoing discussions show how complex the political conditions within the SPÖ Tyrol are. While some places still stick to Dornauer's skills, there are also critical voices that emphasize the need to resign. This exciting conflict questions the future of the party, while the members push in a clear line.

For further information and deeper insights in this turbolent situation, the developments by many are observed closely, as it tirol.orf.at reports .