Donald Trump’s endorsement of Hungary’s Viktor Orbán makes sense
The two leaders have much in common, including their embrace of grievance politics.
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How strongmen cling to power
Authoritarian leaders around the world are strengthening their rule. Can anyone topple them?
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Péter Márki-Zay could represent the last chance for Hungarian democracy
A united opposition with a credible candidate offers hope of an end to Viktor Orbán’s illiberal dominance.
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Why Hungary’s opposition parties are uniting against Viktor Orbán
If the unlikely anti-government alliance holds, it could provide a rare chance to unseat the long-serving prime minister.
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As its democracy deteriorates further, never forget that Hungary and Viktor Orbán are not the same
It’s unfair for the world to blame the nation’s football players for the homophobic actions of their government.
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Dictator’s playground: inside Viktor Orbán’s Hungary
Once part of a great empire, Hungary has become used to standing alone. But as the prime minister prepares for…
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Is Hungary the EU’s first rogue state? Viktor Orban and the long march from freedom
As a student activist, Orban helped free Hungary from communism. As its prime minister, he practises “illiberal democracy” and praises Trump…
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