Styrian political miracle: Mario Kunasek as the new governor!

Styrian political miracle: Mario Kunasek as the new governor!

The FPÖ is celebrating a significant triumph in Styria: Mario Kunasek (48) was elected as the new Styrian state governor on December 18, 2024, making him the first blue state governor since the controversial Jörg Haider. His election was sealed in the state parliament with 30 votes from the FPÖ and ÖVP, a powerful message for the freedom movement. The 48-year-old, who was previously known as Defense Minister, now holds the highest political office in his state standard reported.

A new beginning in Graz

Just 24 hours after being sworn in by the Federal President, Kunasek found himself in his new office in Graz Castle, surrounded by moving boxes. The newly appointed state governor is optimistic and discusses topics that concern people, from headscarves to gender issues. With a wink, he presents his tie, which has blue-green colors - a winking symbol of the blue victory in the green market, which he proudly displays. In the background of the conversation is an Advent wreath, a celebration of the new chapter in Styrian state politics crown determines.

Kunasek brings a breath of fresh air into Styrian politics and is aware of the importance of his office. “The whole of Austria is looking at us,” he emphasizes, while at the same time pointing out that his happiness lies not only in his success, but also in the responsibility he now bears. The path he has taken is not just a personal triumph, but a step that will potentially influence the political landscape in other federal states.