The Changing Austrian Voter

The book explores the dramatic shifts in Austrian voting behavior from the late 1970s to the 1990s, highlighting the stability and high turnout of the former era contrasted with the volatility of the latter. It focuses on the emergence of the right-wing populist Freedom Party of Austria (FPi) as a significant force that disrupted traditional electoral patterns, leading to profound changes in the political landscape. The analysis sheds light on the implications of these transformations for Austrian democracy and society.