"Viktor Orban has systematically dismantled the central pillars of liberal democracy, from an independent judiciary to a free press, during his 16 years in power."
"The European Parliament declared that Hungary could no longer be considered a full democracy, describing the country instead as an electoral autocracy."
"Orban has articulated the concept of the illiberal state, laying out an autocratic system grounded in aggressively nationalist and socially conservative principles."
"The public debate in Hungary has shifted dramatically: the question is no longer whether the opposition can win, but whether Orban will accept defeat."
Viktor Orban, endorsed by Donald Trump, is facing a tough re-election campaign as his Fidesz party trails in opinion polls ahead of the April elections. His main challenger, Peter Magyar, leads by nearly 10 percentage points. The political landscape in Hungary has shifted, raising questions about Orban's acceptance of defeat. Orban has become a key figure among international authoritarian leaders, promoting an illiberal state model while dismantling liberal democratic structures. The European Parliament has labeled Hungary an electoral autocracy, reflecting Orban's controversial governance style.
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