"Sunday's Hungarian election marked the fall of Viktor Orban after 16 years in power, the chief architect of European illiberalism, who dismantled Hungary's rule of law and presided over endemic corruption."
"With an election turnout of 79.5%, the highest since the fall of the USSR, the Hungarian people delivered a clear mandate for change, mobilizing the youth vote significantly."
"Despite the explicit support of Donald Trump and a gerrymandered electoral map, Orban lost decisively, forced to concede immediately, providing reason for liberal democracy enthusiasts to celebrate."
"Experience across Europe shows that national-populist episodes leave deep scars that take years to heal, as demonstrated by Poland's ongoing struggle to restore the rule of law after the defeat of the PiS party."
The Hungarian election resulted in the fall of Viktor Orban, who had been in power for 16 years. This event is significant for Ukraine and the European project. With a turnout of 79.5%, the highest since the USSR's fall, the youth vote played a crucial role in delivering a mandate for change. Despite challenges, Orban's defeat was decisive. However, the transition to liberal democracy will take time, as seen in Poland, where the aftermath of national-populism still affects the political landscape.
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