Austrofascism: Difference between revisions

While in power, Engelbert Dolfuss sought to modernize Austria, but in a way which respected the traditions and unique character of Austrian life. Dolfuss implemented a careful economic regime which sought to [[File:Fiscon.png]] [[Fiscal Conservatism|balance the budget]], [[File:Distributist.png]] [[Distributism|ensure a just distribution of economic power]], and promote [[File:Cfash.png]] [[Clerical Fascism|Judeo-Christian values]]. Thus, his economic policies were pragmatic. At the suggestions of Ludwig von Mises, he implemented vast privatization schemes and pushed for free trade in order to cut back on public spending; but, he also socialized several public goods. His regime also attempted to placate workers, but collaborated extensively with [[File:Corptism.png]] [[Corporatocracy|corporate interests]] in key industries. He also pushed for the promotion of small-medium enterprises and agrarianism. All in all, Austrofascism pushed for economic policies reminiscent of a typical [[File:Authoritarian_Conservatism.png]] [[Authoritarian Conservatism|authoritarian conservative regime]], with the [[File:Corptism.png]] [[Corporatism|corporatist policies]] being primarily an aesthetic to win the support of fascists.