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All opposed, say nothing: Hungary’s election

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Election Showdown in Hungary

This chapter examines the upcoming elections in Hungary, focusing on Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party's entrenched power and their implications for democracy. It discusses the challenges faced by opposition parties, particularly the United for Hungary coalition, and highlights the influence of media control and electoral manipulation. The narrative also connects Hungary's political landscape to the broader rise of nationalist populism and the geopolitical context of the Ukraine conflict.

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