"German is Mandatory. Habibi": Vienna's ÖVP Provokes with Election Campaign

The Vienna ÖVP starts the campaign for the municipal council election on April 27 with the slogan "Those who truly love Vienna, vote ÖVP." The campaign aims not only to emphasize the connection with the city but also to highlight grievances and present solutions.

ÖVP Focuses on Love for Vienna in Election Campaign

During the presentation of the campaign on Monday, top candidate Karl Mahrer stated that the People's Party relies on "clear messages with conviction." While SPÖ, NEOS, and Greens are responsible for problems in Vienna and the FPÖ "has no interest in solutions," the ÖVP is ready to provide remedies.

The campaign combines catchphrases with political demands:

The ÖVP slogan "German is mandatory. Habibi" also sparks discussions, which according to campaign manager Peter Sverak, is meant as a "friendly embrace." The party also aims to score with irony, such as with the poster "Please shhh," reminiscent of Vienna's noise protection signs, addressing issues like "knife violence" or "educational chaos."

Innovative Election Brochure with Poster Motifs

The ÖVP is also promoting a new election brochure that contains not only political positions but also information about the election itself. It includes four posters with stylized Vienna motifs – from the Ferris wheel to the Opera Ball. According to Sverak, these are intended to "hang on bulletin boards in living rooms or shops."

Mahrer Optimistic About Vienna Election Despite Low Poll Numbers

Although current polls for the Vienna election show the ÖVP just above the ten percent mark, Mahrer remains unfazed: "That doesn't unsettle me at all." The goal is to become strong enough to make government participation possible.

For the election campaign, 3.5 million euros are available – significantly below the fairness limit of 5 million euros proposed by SPÖ and NEOS, Sverak emphasizes.

(APA/Red)

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