These politicians were already elected (VIDEOS)

Had a quick breakfast or drank espresso and off we went. Many of the top candidates as well as other politicians and celebrities had already cast their votes in the 2024 National Council election. Many camera teams accompanied her. How and where and, above all, what she had to say about it, here in a short summary.

VIDEOS from the ballot

Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen (Greens) made his way to the voting booth with his wife Doris Schmidauer. He particularly thanked the many volunteers that day. Everything points to a high voter turnout. “Looks like it,” he said confidently. (To the VIDEO)

For Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ), “Election Day is the celebration day of democracy”. This is a good opportunity for all citizens to help shape things.” (VIDEO)

The current Federal Chancellor Karl Nehammer (ÖVP) was happy about the nice weather and stated: “Today there is actually a lot at stake.” Now it’s about awarding the contract and making a decision on the direction.” (To the VIDEO)

With his vote, SPÖ top candidate Andreas Babler gave “many children, many women and many working people a voice”. (To the VIDEO)

Vice Chancellor Werner Kogler (Greens) went to vote after his usual espresso “breakfast”, was accompanied by his wife Sabine and advises not to “vote around tactically”. (To the VIDEO)

The NEOS top candidate Beate Meinl-Reisinger goes to the polls in casual sweatpants. “The goal is to offer an alternative to black and blue.” “To really offer a reform alternative, that is the goal,” she explained. (To the VIDEO)

State Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner goes to the polls with her dog and hopes “that all voters make use of their right to vote.” There’s a lot at stake.” (VIDEO)

The beer party’s top candidate, Dominik Wlazny, was as usual unaffected after the election: “Now we’re all about it.” Hang out. Relax.” (VIDEO)

The deputy leader of the Green Party, Leonore Gewessler, warned against “right-wing agitators and climate change deniers” during the ballot. (To the VIDEO)

More than 60 percent dissatisfied

The political turbulence does not remain without consequences for the population. Trust in the political leadership has been shaken in many places, and this was also reflected in the most recent surveys. A recent survey shows that more than 60 percent of respondents are dissatisfied with the current political situation. The population is increasingly concerned about the future of the country and is demanding stability and reliability from political actors.