Hungary

The Green European Journal turned to young activists to ask how they envisage political change in this time of climate crisis.

Political differences between Germany and Central Europe cannot continue to be skirted if the EU is to effectively respond to the many challenges ahead.

Under the incoming von der Leyen Commission, political will shall determine whether the core EU value of rule of law is protected.

The Hungarian opposition has finally managed to stand united against the governing party at the October municipal election. Two analysts consider risks and opportunities for challenging Viktor Orbán’s ‘hybrid regime’ and democratising the country.

With a tough race ahead, the Hungarian opposition has reason to be cautiously optimistic that it can take back Budapest from Viktor Orbán’s party.

As a way of doing politics, populism is here to stay. Its opponents must offer real alternatives and keep political debate grounded upon the choices at hand.

CEU gender studies professor Andrea Pető explores the challenge that illiberal regimes pose for gender equality and the values of modernity.

Today, the UDHR remains an important reference point and source of inspiration for activists across the globe.

The story of how people won back individual democratic rights from illiberal governments and designed institutions that would protect them for good.

The Eurozine editor-in-chief talks women’s rights in Hungary under Orbán’s illiberal regime and its pro-family policies.