Austria needs stability, reforms and a clear vision for Europe

Political developments in Europe and Austria clearly show that a stable and capable government is indispensable. In view of the failed government negotiations and the danger of new elections with a strengthening of right-wing extremism, a new approach is needed: Volt stands for courageous politics that takes responsibility and provides sustainable solutions for a progressive Austria in a united Europe.

We are concerned about the increasing political instability in Austria. We do not judge the failed coalition negotiations as constructive and willing to compromise or as responsibly. "The most fatal thing about the failed negotiations: None of the parties involved takes responsibility - only the others are to blame," says Karoline Adam, co-president of Volt Austria.

With the resignation of the acting federal chancellor, there is also a threat of government participation of the far-right FPÖ under a "Volkskanzler" - which we strongly reject! "Austria needs a political change and no regression to hate, exclusion and discrimination," demands Rico Winter, co-president & LGBTIQ+ spokesman for Volt Austria.

The failure of the coalition negotiations also leaves social traces. The growing distrust of the established parties can lead citizens to political disention if they get the impression that party political interests are above the common good. The result: an increase in resignation and passivity, which weakens the democratic culture. Active and constructive participation would be particularly important, especially in challenging times.

In this situation, new political forces such as Volt come into the spotlight. As a pan-European movement, we want to build bridges between different strata of the population and find solutions that go beyond ideological divisions. So that we can strengthen our liberal democracy in Austria and at the same time stand up for a united Europe, for the European Republic, in order to tackle the great challenges together.