Antisemitism poses a threat that manifests in various forms within present-day Austrian society. As clearly documented by the survey “Antisemitism in Austria,” conducted every two years and commissioned by the Austrian Parliament, it must be understood as a problem affecting society as a whole—one that is rooted in all of its segments.

In my research, I interpret these findings from a sociological perspective and address follow-up questions in order to contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the current dynamics of antisemitism in Austria. Firstly, this involves contextualizing the findings in the light of previous empirical research on antisemitism in Austria. This allows for a better understanding of both current developments—especially since October 7, 2023—and continuities of antisemitic attitudes in post-Nazi Austria. Secondly, I focus on a more detailed analysis of the various expressions of antisemitism among different generations of the Austrian population. The survey results suggest that further research is needed, particularly with regard to antisemitism among younger people. Here, I explore young people's political worldviews in order to understand the precise role of antisemitic narratives, including their connection to authoritarianism, as indicated by the survey. Thirdly, it is important to investigate the close connection between religious fundamentalism, belief in conspiracy theories, and antisemitic attitudes. In particular, functional equivalences—both at the attitudinal and discursive levels—require further examination. Finally, the survey raises the question regarding the specific part of digital communication. It's important to take a closer look at how antisemitism escalates in digital interactions and how counter-speech can work against such escalation—a question of great interest also beyond the Austrian context.