Monthly Archives: March 2013

Protests Afoot in Budapest

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

There is no alternative: The future is self-organised As workers in the cultural field we offer the following contribution to the debate on the impact of neoliberalism on institutional relations: • Cultural and educational institutions as they appear today are … Continue reading →

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Hungary constitution vote criticized

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

Sunday, March 10, 2013 – Brussels—The European Commission has expressed concerns over a vote in Hungary’s parliament next week to change the constitution, arguing it contravenes EU rules in areas such as the judiciary. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban presents … Continue reading →

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Thousands protest proposed constitutional changes in Hungary

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

Hungarians have protested by the thousands against proposed changes to their constitution that they believe will limit their democratic rights. International concern over the upcoming vote is growing. Opponents of the proposed constitutional changes say they fear they will curb … Continue reading →

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Freedom concerns in Hungary

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

Thousands of Hungarians took to the streets on Saturday to protest against proposed changes to the country’s constitution that they believe will take away important democratic rights. The vote is set to take place in the parliament in Budapest on … Continue reading →

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Hungary erupts in protest after PM Viktor Orbán is accused of assault on democracy

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

Hungary’s parliament is today expected to pass an amendment to its constitution which critics say will roll back democratic freedoms and weaken the judiciary. This potentially puts the nation on a collision course with the EU after calls to postpone … Continue reading →

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Hungary to Insert Rejected Laws Into Constitution

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ellenpolus

Hungary’s prime minister can’t take “no” for an answer, even when he is being instructed by the country’s highest court. Over the past 18 months, the Constitutional Court has struck down several of the government’s policies, including fining or jailing … Continue reading →

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The significance of today’s demonstration in the Hungarian capital

Posted on March 10, 2013 by ellenpolus

This afternoon’s demonstration was impressive. At least in my opinion. Some people are disappointed that only 6,000 people showed up, but I don’t think that numbers are the most important consideration. Yesterday we didn’t even know who those handful of … Continue reading →

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