Political Ash Wednesday: Kickl and Lercher in the duel of the speeches

Political Ash Wednesday: Kickl and Lercher in the duel of the speeches

Ried, Oberösterreich, Österreich - On March 5, 2025, the political Ash Wednesday of the FPÖ took place in the Jahnturnhalle in Ried, Upper Austria, under the direction of Federal Party leader Herbert Kickl for the third time. After the failed government negotiations with the ÖVP, around 2,000 guests gathered to watch the traditional herring feast and to hear the political statements of Kickl. The event is known for its sharp political attacks and is considered an opportunity to mobilize your own electorate, such as 5min.at reported.

At the same time, the SPÖ boss Max Lercher celebrated the political Ash Wednesday in the leisure facility Zechner in the Oberstyrian Kobenz. Lercher, who has maintained this custom since 2020, expects about 500 guests. During his appearance, there will be less aggressive announcements than at Kickl. At this event, too, a protest from "Grandma's against Right" is expected, which will take to the street with a demonstration train. From 7:15 p.m., music is also offered by Sardar Kobani and the "Blonden Engel" in the Rieder Chamber of Labor. There, Hans-Henning Scharsach will already speak about "Democracy in danger? Human rights, constitution and the rule of law under fire" at 3:30 p.m., so bvz.at .