Hungarian Fidesz illiberalism will defy EU criticism
Fidesz says its stance and policies express the will of the Hungarian people
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- EU
- Left-wing opposition
- Illiberalism as policy pillar
- Democratic erosion
- Politicised state
- Neutralised civil society
- Clientelistic practices
- Changed electoral rules
- Successful model
- Limited EU pressure
- Infringement procedures
- Article 7
- Political obstacles to sanctions
- Example to emulate?
- Slovakia
- Croatia
- Poland
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