"During his 16 years in power, Orbán cemented himself as one of Europe's most polarising figures, attracting praise from both the American and European far-right for his self-styled brand of 'illiberal democracy'."
"I feel an enormous sense of relief, seeing that things could go back to normal and [not be] governed by lies and bad taste. Many people must feel this way, it was quite touching to see crowds of people on the streets hugging, crying with happiness, opening champagne, and partying-and not just in Budapest."
Péter Magyar's Tisza Party won a landslide victory over Viktor Orbán in Hungary's parliamentary election, leading to celebrations in Budapest. Orbán, who served for 16 years, was a polarizing figure known for his 'illiberal democracy' and opposition to EU norms. His tenure was marked by accusations of authoritarianism and erosion of institutional independence. The art community expressed relief and joy at the election outcome, hoping for a return to normalcy and a more progressive governance. The political landscape in Hungary is poised for change following this significant electoral shift.
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