Kickl: “CO2 is not a poisonous gas. Why should we fight the natural component of the atmosphere?"

Herbert Kickl, leader of the Austrian Freedom organization (FPÖ), appeared on the program “Sommergespräch” on ORF. In a conversation that sometimes took the form of a political offensive, Kickl spared no criticism of the government, the European Union and the media elite. His statements had 1 clear goal: to convince the Austrians that the country is on a collision course, and the only force capable of reversing this trend is FPÖ.

Kickl began by diagnosing Austria's economical situation, leaving no illusions as to the scale of the problem.

“Our economy is now truly threatened.”

In his view, inflation, expensiveness and energy crisis is simply a direct consequence of a policy he called “ideological self-destruction”. It referred primarily to the EU Green Deal, which, according to it, destroys manufacture and kills the competitiveness of European companies.

“The European Union conducts economical policy as if it intended to destruct the foundations of our prosperity.”

In the conversation, he repeatedly returned to the subject of rising costs of living. According to him, the government not only does not aid citizens, but it steals from them.

“If the state squeezes people like lemon, it should not be amazing that nothing comes out anymore.”

He proposed circumstantial solutions: simplification of VAT on basic food products, support for tiny businesses, renegotiation of energy contracts.

“You must halt treating people like ATMs.”

The subject of energy and gas imports was peculiarly emotional. Kickl powerfully criticized the government's decision to leave Russian gas.

“Why can Hungarians buy inexpensive Russian gas and we don’t?”

For FPÖ leader to return to Russian supply is simply a substance of reason, not ideology.

“You can’t run an energy policy from the position of moral superiority that destroys our manufacture and robs citizens of money.”

Later on, he referred to climate policy, which he called “crazy on credit”.

“CO2 is not a poisonous gas. Why should we submit everything to the fight against what is simply a natural component of the atmosphere?"

He argued that energy transformation should be carried out “with reason alternatively than at a mad rate”. In his opinion, the current policy will lead to:

“Austria will become a technology museum with satisfied politicians and ruined society.”

There were strong words about government and opposition. Kickl claimed that the current political elites are detached from reality.

“W Vienna talks about positions before the talk about the programme begins. It's sick.”

He thus referred to the alleged arrangements between SPÖ and ÖVP.

“Maybe I made a mistake letting the ÖVP talk about the seats first before we agreed on politics.”

In the context of the future election, Kickl clearly declared FPÖ's willingness to join the government.

“But on our terms.” “We are not curious in participating in government just to be figureheads. We want a real change.”

He answered the question of migration without hesitation:

“Illegal migration must be stopped immediately. all day without action is simply a threat to the safety of our country.”

He announced stricter border controls, more deportations and “no tolerance for the abuse of the asylum system”.

A ORF writer attempted to face Kickl with his past and controversial statements and alleged relations with extremist groups. The FPÖ leader did not avoid the subject, but skillfully redirected the conversation to programme issues.

“I may be uncomfortable for the elite, but I am needed for average people.”

At the end of the conversation, Kickl appealed to the Austrians not to be deceived by the communicative of mainstream.

“They tell you there is no alternative. But the alternate is. And we are it.”

Herbert Kickl's interview in “Sommergespräch” was a show of political determination and rhetorical discipline. His message was clear: Austria needs a return. In his view, only FPÖ can guarantee a real change.

“You must have the courage to tell the truth. And we have this courage.”

The latest poll by PolitPro on the Austrians' electoral preferences shows that the Austrian Free organization (FPÖ) is definitely in the lead with a consequence of 35.1%, making it a favourite in the power race. specified a advanced level of support confirms that FPÖ effectively exploits social discontent – especially with migration, energy and life costs.

In second place, the Austrian People's organization (ÖVP) was ranked with the support of 21.5%. For the group that leads the government coalition (with SPÖ and NEOS, it is an emergency signal – voters are moving towards a sharper narrative, represented by FPÖ. The Social Democratic organization of Austria (SPÖ) receives 18.5%. Greens (Die Grünen) score 10.8% and NEOS – fresh Austria and Liberal Forum – 9.4%. These results indicate a stable, though limited, background for progressive and liberal parties. The Communist organization of Austria (KPÖ) with a score of 3.1% inactive does not exceed the electoral threshold, but its presence becomes noticeable in the public debate.