Kickl in the Chancellery: What is the FPÖ boss plans for Austria?

Kickl in the Chancellery: What is the FPÖ boss plans for Austria?

In a sharp reaction to the recent statements by Herbert Kickl, the fame chairman of the FPÖ, the general secretary of the People's Party, Nico Marchetti, emphasized that it was time for a self -proclaimed patriot who not even knows the first name of the former Federal Chancellor Leopold Figl to give foreign policy to experts. As

Marchetti argued that Figl had made a decisive contribution to the independence of Austria, and such historical achievements should not be reinterpreted for political purposes. When Kickl and the FPÖ still represent an agenda that often contradicts itself, Marchetti sends a clear message: "If Figl Kickl could see, he would turn away disgusted", as the Kleine Zeitung holds.

Herbert Kickl and the future

With the upcoming elections, the question becomes louder how Herbert Kickl wants to fill out the office of Chancellor. While he is staging himself as a “folk chancellor”, it remains unclear whether this approach will enable conclusive governance. Kickl tends to put populist topics in the foreground, as can already be seen in his communication during the election campaign. His goal seems to be as the first contact person for the people and to strengthen direct democracy. As the Kleine Zeitung , his behavior as a chancellor could be similar to that of Viktor Orbán in Hungary.

experts and former political consultants are shared of his possible management. Some expect Kickl to appear, while others fear his previous ruthless approach. It remains to be seen how Kickl's style will develop in the new role. One thing is clear: the challenges are great and the coming months will show whether Kickl will be able to meet his demands or to listen to the criticism of his policy.