In 1989 the Soviet Union was reaching the end of its life; the Iron Curtain had corroded, and independence movements were sprouting up in both the Soviet Republics and its many satellite …
Orban Wins Election Yet Again: What Does This Mean for Democracy in Hungary?
Incumbent Viktor Orban wins fourth consecutive election as Prime Minister, which raises concerns for Hungary's democracy as the Fidesz party continues to extend their control. April 3, 2022, …
Viktor Orban and the Backsliding of Democracy in Europe
Early April saw populist leader Viktor Orban claim victory in the Hungarian election, with his right-wing party Fidesz winning a two-thirds majority in parliament. The defeat of the United for Hungary …
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Hungarian Democracy: The Gradual Decline of Democratic Norms
On April 3rd, 2022, Hungary held elections for the National Assembly and for the prime minister. The nation’s incumbent leader, Prime Minister Viktor Orban, declared victory1. Widely seen as a …
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Is Populism on Its Way Out of Europe?
Emerging evidence shows that populist support in Europe may be waning. A YouGov survey found that fewer people agree with targeted statements meant to measure populist beliefs [1]. Populism, …
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The Global Echo of Viktor Orbán’s Populist Cries
On January 3, former U.S. president Donald Trump offered, via his Save America political action committee, an endorsement of Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the 2022 parliamentary …
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Are Texas Republicans Power Hungry? Similarities Between Democratic Erosion at the Ballot Box in Texas and Hungary
Perhaps it is hard for people to imagine the democratic American leaders they favor could have ulterior motives. Or perhaps Americans are so polarized that they are willing to overlook non-democratic …
Hungarian Democratic Backsliding During COVID-19
Viktor Orbán’s Hungary has come under increasing scrutiny and criticism since he and his party came to power in 2010. Humanitarian watchdogs, scholars, other states, and the EU have criticized his …
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