Márton Gulyás

In this discussion, Andrew Marantz, a staff writer at The New Yorker, examines the erosion of democracy in the U.S., drawing unsettling parallels with Hungary's shift toward autocracy under Viktor Orban. Márton Gulyás, founder of Hungary's leading independent news show, shares insights on press freedom's decline and the importance of independent media. They explore how even a small percentage of resistant citizens can catalyze change, highlighting strategies from successful global movements to inspire hope in challenging times.

Márton Gulyás, a prominent Hungarian journalist and media figure, dives into the troubling trends of press freedom both in Hungary and the U.S. He discusses a new bill threatening independent media in Hungary, drawing parallels to America's own challenges under Trump. The conversation explores how legal battles and social media dynamics are reshaping public discourse and the role of journalism. Gulyás warns that the erosion of press freedom is a critical issue that could have dire consequences for democracy in both countries.

Andrew Marantz, a staff writer at The New Yorker, shares crucial lessons from Hungary's slide into autocracy, offering warnings for the U.S. Márton Gulyás, founder of Hungary's leading independent news show, discusses the fight for press freedom under oppressive regimes. Maria J. Stephan, a political scientist, introduces the powerful '3.5% rule,' explaining how even small segments of a population can lead successful nonviolent resistance. Together, they explore resilience in the face of democratic erosion and strategies for effective resistance.