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Compulsory vaccination rules come into force in Austria

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Granted, it's a little harsh but those who refused to get vaccinated even though they were medically able to have basically forced the government's hand at this point. For the health and safety of everyone, and to ensure that the country and population have a future, well, if it comes down to mandatory vaccinations then so be it.

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That sentence sums up the illogical anti vaxxer thinking.

if you don’t want the vaccine go live on a deserted island!!!

LOL. I strongly suggest you read my post again

You need to get back on your meds.

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Tora - Umm because I'm healthy and my body is my body. Give me a choice. Or leave me alone. And if I get it and end on hospital, I'll pay for whatever that costs. Anything else to say?

And, you don’t care how many people die with you. How about your parents, wife or kids? It’s not your body. It’s the bodies of 7 billion people.

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Ive had 3 shots of Pfizer and I oppose mandatory vaccines. 

That sentence sums up the illogical anti vaxxer thinking.

They think its unnecessary for a virus that kills less than 1% it infects and they think the bar should be higher for such a gross infrigement on basic rights. 

People who think just about themselves and not the people around them are the ones who are the greatest threat to the society.

Stop thinking just about yourself, you don’t live in Silos.

if you don’t want the vaccine go live on a deserted island!!!

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"We would have finished a long time ago (with the pandemic) if everyone had been vaccinated", said legal worker, Angelika Altmann.

Exactly, but then there are those that are paranoid and full of conspiracy theories!

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Why is it that so many people equate the idea of opposing mandatory vaccination with opposing vaccines, period?

Ive had 3 shots of Pfizer and I oppose mandatory vaccines.

A lot of people I know feel the same. Why? Because they think its slippery slope. They think its unnecessary for a virus that kills less than 1% it infects and they think the bar should be higher for such a gross infrigement on basic rights. They also see that these vaccines are not particularly effective and seem to require regular boosters, which increases the odds of eventually getting unlucky with a bad, long lasting side effect. They want the freedom to choose to take that risk or not.

It is very, very possible, to be thankful for having the vaccines as an option, to appreciate the science behind it and to be able to make a judgement based on the overall pros and cons, as you see them.....while also being opposed to mandatory vaccines that see people lose their jobs and have their movement severely curtailed

disaffected grievance-driven conspiracy theorists

I know, I know. Anybody who questions the mainsteam orthodoxy is a heratic. No. Just average people with an understanding of history and where this can all lead combined with all the other factors I mentioned.

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Absolute madness. Anyone who can't see why genuinely has an intellectual growth problem.

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@Lindsay

Historically speaking, there were a few instances, where mass vaccination has taken place and later turned out to cause widespread severe health problems. So, there is always a possibility that a negative effect could happen in some unexpected way. Especially when it comes to new technology such as mRNA vaccines.

Aside from that, would you really classify a virus that kills less that 1% of it's hosts as 'deadly'? Are you vaccinated against all other deadly viruses that exists? Including all types of flu?

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I’m surprised by how many people are against this. There is no reason a healthy person should refuse to be vaccinated against a deadly virus.

Umm because I'm healthy and my body is my body. Give me a choice. Or leave me alone. And if I get it and end on hospital, I'll pay for whatever that costs. Anything else to say?

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I’m surprised by how many people are against this. There is no reason a healthy person should refuse to be vaccinated against a deadly virus.

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Vaccines save lives.

With the sheer amount of easily accessible authoritative information, only the really dumb don't realize that.

People used to die for what they believe in. And people who knew them celebrate and treasure their memory of them.

Now people die because they failed to understand and failed to understand they don't understand.

People who knew them still remember them, but in disgust.

Enemies laughing derisively for their idiocy.

And friends and families cursing them for their stupidity.

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Critics have also questioned the need for compulsion given the far milder nature of the Omicron variant.

Tyranny has no concern for health, logic, or common sense.

I hope these freedom seeking people can get themselves to a country

which stands for human rights.

A real shame it is not their homeland.

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Smart move Austria.

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Shame on them!

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But for Health Minister Wolfgang Mueckstein, compulsory vaccination is aimed at both protecting the country against new waves and fighting new variants.

This is what keeps me up at night. The vaccine conveyor belt that you get on once you get jabbed. Will it ever end? Some countries now on their 4th jab. Ignore the fact that the majority of people who die from Covid are either obese or have some other medical condition. They should be promoting a healthy lifestyle. Thats what keeps people safe from Covid, not jabs.

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Still haven't had it, won't ever have it. Resist this tyranny.

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time to run away from austria

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Additionally I wonder if the elite has considered that forcing anything on people makes them more suspicious of it? 

Sounds like a communist argument, distrust of anyone with an education. Russia, Cambodia, China have carried out murderous purges with such ‘Elite’ arguments!!!

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I wouldnt be surprised by Austria and Germany, given their track record....

Track record in what, taking in refugees, developing a robust economy, putting the welfare of their citizens above all!!!

I am sure you love putin’s or orban’s track record, the idiot anti vaxxers always gravitate towards murderous dictators while whining about their rights!,,

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It's official: From Saturday, Austrians over the age of 18 must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or face the possibility of a heavy fine, an unprecedented measure in the European Union.

Wonderful, that’s the only way to deal with the anti vaxxer idiots.

This ignorant lot whine about their freedoms while putting others’ lives at risk.

Wish other countries follow suit!!!

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Draconian and evil. We are looking at a handful of countries now with very dangerous leaders, Austria, Canada and Germany being the prime suspects. Causing hatred, division and chaos for no other reason than they can.

I wouldnt be surprised by Austria and Germany, given their track record....

Canada is a surprise, but then, like many leftists these days, Trudeau is more than happy to turn authoritarian when it suits. Pretty unbelievable to consider that Conservatives these days believe more in freedom of speech and freedom of movement than "so-called" Liberals.

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So was a previous regime that we should not mention to stay clear of Godwins law. That AUSTRIA of all countries turns to totalitarian measures is truly shocking.

Can you think a little and restate that?

You seem to be saying something important, I dont want to misunderstand you.

-6 ( +5 / -11 )

Arguments along that line are often used to justify tyranny.

Tyranny doesn't need justification lol

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ianToday  01:31 pm JST

Very unfortunate but if they deem it necessary to save people from themselves, so be it

Arguments along that line are often used to justify tyranny.

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Despite the threat of such a drastic measure, the vaccination rate in Austria has still failed to take off, languishing below the levels seen in France or Spain.

Vienna vaccination centers remain relatively quiet.

Additionally I wonder if the elite has considered that forcing anything on people makes them more suspicious of it? I have several friends over there who would consider at getting a shot but balk at the idea of being forced into it.

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ian

Seems it was democratically decided

So was a previous regime that we should not mention to stay clear of Godwins law. That AUSTRIA of all countries turns to totalitarian measures is truly shocking.

5 ( +15 / -10 )

While Denmark has completely opened up, Finland plans to open up next week, Norway is now planning it, Sweden and England maintain only minimal restrictions, Austria of all countries goes full authoritarian. Shame on Austria. That government needs to be voted out pronto presto.

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It's not the first time European tyranny has been born in Austria.

Seems it was democratically decided

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Very unfortunate but if they deem it necessary to save people from themselves, so be it

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Draconian and evil. We are looking at a handful of countries now with very dangerous leaders, Austria, Canada and Germany being the prime suspects. Causing hatred, division and chaos for no other reason than they can.

9 ( +28 / -19 )

The government is not forcing you to vaccinate, they are just limiting your movements to the point it more beneficial.

Patently false.

10 ( +22 / -12 )

It's not the first time European tyranny has been born in Austria.

11 ( +31 / -20 )

The government is not forcing you to vaccinate, they are just limiting your movements to the point it more beneficial. As Austria is part of the European union, it’s citizens have the option to leave Austria.

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