Péter Magyar topples Viktor Orbán’s regime and revives Hungarian liberalism

10 articles · Updated · The Bulwark · Apr 29

Following his April 12 election victory, Péter Magyar’s Tisza party reduced Fidesz to a minor parliamentary presence, marking Hungary’s second major system change in 37 years.
Magyar unified opposition forces, drawing support from younger generations and channeling Hungary’s 1848 liberal revolutionary spirit to present a clear alternative to Orbán’s illiberal rule.
His grassroots campaign and classical liberal message ended Orbán’s long dominance, promising profound societal change and signaling a generational shift in Hungarian politics and national identity.

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