Republikon Institute

Republikon Institute is a liberal think tank organisation based in Budapest, focusing on analysing Hungarian and international politics, formulating policy recommendations and initiating projects that contribute to a more open, democratic and free society. The goal of the Institute is to promote discussion and implementation of liberal ideas, approaches and policies.

Politics

Which Parties Hungarians (Would) Vote For?

BY Republikon Institute / April 30, 2016

The Republikon Institute has recently conducted its monthly public opinion poll for the second time. The survey was conducted in days both preceding and succeeding the Brussels attacks, on a sample representative from the aspects of gender, age, level of education and type of settlement.

Economy

Not Refugee Crisis But Economic Issues to Determine the Next Hungarian Elections

BY Republikon Institute / January 26, 2016

The conclusion for the Hungarian opposition shall therefore be quite obvious: they need to find an answer to the abovementioned economic needs. The refugee crisis may dominate the public discussion for now, but everyday lives of the voters are defined by the worsening economic situation and the fear of wash-out.

Economy

Capitalism Can Be Different: Political Lessons from the Hungarian Uber-Protests

BY Csaba Toth AND Republikon Institute / January 26, 2016

Although the frontlines are very clear when it comes to democracy, rule of law, European orientation – it is not the case in economic issues. Opposition parties have to remember this when creating a program and looking for alternatives instead of the regime of Fidesz: the Hungarian opposition is not right of left wing, rather eclectic – just like the government.

Politics

Participation, Transparency, Action: Primary Election as Political Innovation

BY Republikon Institute / October 13, 2015

Republikon Institute proposes to introduce in Hungary primary elections. We believe that this instrument of narrowing the field of candidates helps also to enhance media attention and involve citizens, thus increase the trust in the democratic opposition.

Politics

The Limits of the Podemos-Model in Hungary

BY Republikon Institute / March 17, 2015

Hungarian citizens can be more engaged and active in politics, though it is not certain, whether the Podemos-model as a whole can be simply copied. There are differences in the political culture as well as taste, not to mention that for many the radical rightist Jobbik is also an acceptable anti-regime alternative.

Society

You Can Do Something About It

BY Republikon Institute / December 2, 2014

The controversial preventive videos were released by the police force of Pécs just 4 days before the activist movement kicked off. The videos contain, however, a multitude of errors and misconceptions.

Economy

Hungarians Revolt Against Internet Tax

BY Republikon Institute / October 28, 2014

On the day after the internet tax protests it is hard to tell whether they mean real burning point for Fidesz government or Hungarian politics in general.

Society

Motivation or Expertise? – An Overview of Education of CEE Countries

BY Republikon Institute / August 14, 2014

The free movement of persons, goods, workers and capital within the European Union is one of the fundamental principles of the European Community. However, finding a job in another EU country can be difficult – the lacking recognition of skills and qualifications is one of the possible obstacles.

Politics

European Elections: Another victory for Viktor Orbán in Hungary

BY Republikon Institute / May 28, 2014

The results confirmed the predictions of Fidesz victory, saw a weakening of the still formidable extreme right and led to a restructuring of the Hungarian left. Unfortunately, no liberal MEPs were elected.

Politics

Hungarian Elections 2014: Turnout and the Impact of the Electoral System

BY Republikon Institute / May 9, 2014

Using the official election results and its own reasearch Republikon Instutite analyzed the results of the Hungarian national elections in 2014. In this article the most important findings are summed up regarding the turnout and the impact of the different elements of the new election system.