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Migrant influx boosts right-wing in key Austrian election

Migrant influx boosts right-wing in key Austrian election

VIENNA (AP) — Just a few days after more than 100,000 people turned out in Vienna to support refugees, an anti-refugee party is poised to land a huge coup — a win at the polls that could see them take control of the Austrian capital. More than any other topic, Austria's stance toward refugees is determining Sunday's race for Vienna's city hall, pitting voters who welcome those fleeing into Europe against others who fear that a surge of refugees threatens their own well-being.

VIENNA (AP) — Just a few days after more than 100,000 people turned out in Vienna to support refugees, an anti-refugee party is poised to land a huge coup — a win at the polls that could see them take control of the Austrian capital. More than any other topic, Austria's stance toward refugees is determining Sunday's race for Vienna's city hall, pitting voters who welcome those fleeing into Europe against others who fear that a surge of refugees threatens their own well-being.…

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