Austria's future and Waldheim's past: The significance of the 1986 elections

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In 1986, Austria's image was dominated by the ‘Waldheim affair’, with allegations that the unedifying presidential election indicated a revival of anti‐Semitism, which ensured both Waldheim's election and the National Council success of the FPÖ. This article argues that, while there clearly was a revival of anti‐Semitism, to attribute the victories of Waldheim and the FPÖ to this factor is simplistic. Instead, attention is directed at more fundamental developments in Austria's political culture, voting behaviour and political agenda, which together will have a greater influence on Austria's future than will Waldheim's past.

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