Daily Archives: September 18, 2013

Hungary amends its constitution to appease EU

Posted on September 18, 2013 by ellenpolus

Hungary’s parliament has approved changes to the constitution, removing restrictions on political media campaigns ahead of next year’s election and backtracking on other legal aspects the European Union has said may conflict with its principles. The EU, the United States … Continue reading →

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Hungary backtracks on contested reforms after EU pressure

Posted on September 18, 2013 by ellenpolus

BUDAPEST, Sept 17 (Reuters) – Hungary’s parliament has approved changes to the constitution, removing restrictions on political media campaigns ahead of next year’s election and backtracking on other legal aspects the European Union has said may conflict with its principles. … Continue reading →

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