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Emergence of TISZA Party: Has Two-Bloc System Returned to Hungary?
Politics
Emergence of TISZA Party: Has Two-Bloc System Returned to Hungary?
In February 2024, Hungarian public life, previously marked by apathy, underwent a dramatic shift. A political scandal that reached the highest levels of government awakened Hungarian society. This rapid change reshaped Hungary\'s political landscape within a few months and significantly shifted voter preferences. The party system was not spared from this rapid transformation either, and it can be clearly illustrated through Sartori’s party typology.
Danube Ports: Backup Infrastructure or Backbone of European Logistics Future?
Economy
Danube Ports: Backup Infrastructure or Backbone of European Logistics Future?
In 2022–2023, when Russian aggression blocked most of Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, the small river ports of Izmail, Reni, and Ust-Dunaisk quietly became lifelines. Grain, metals, oil products — all rerouted through the Danube. Cargo volumes multiplied sixfold. But in 2024, things changed.With the reopening of the Black Sea corridor, cargo naturally shifted back.
Learning to Be: Does School Dare to Ask Why?
Society
Learning to Be: Does School Dare to Ask Why?
Children, parents, and teachers alike are increasingly questioning the school system. Ongoing reforms are gradually changing its face, yet often only superficially. The pupils suffer the most. Too much attention is paid to \"what?\" and too little to \"why?\". The lack of meaning compounds their fear of not knowing.
Germany at Crossroads with Klaus Bachmann [PODCAST]
Politics, Think Tank News
Germany at Crossroads with Klaus Bachmann [PODCAST]
Could the AFD party come to power in Germany? What would it mean for the German democracy and Europe? Why is the current historical narrative of the Bundesrepublik becoming useless? And what will be the identity of Germany in the future? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Klaus Bachmann, Professor of Political Science at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (SWPS) in Warsaw, Poland.
Responsibility: Question That Socrates Would Still Be Asking Us
Society
Responsibility: Question That Socrates Would Still Be Asking Us
The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates would walk the streets of Athens, persistently asking people what concepts like virtue, justice, goodness, and happiness meant. The dialogue would continue until the respondent realized they did not truly know. But what if Socrates were to ask you what responsibility is – would you know how to answer?
Marijuana Legalization: True Freedom or Just New Form of Control?
Society
Marijuana Legalization: True Freedom or Just New Form of Control?
When a young ODS member challenges Fiala to smoke a joint and ODS suddenly talks about legalization, it is clear that marijuana is no longer just a pirate issue. Fiala smilingly declined the offer, but his surprisingly accommodating response signaled a shift. At the same time, ODS launched a campaign with the slogan \"now is the time for legalization\", a clear ploy to appeal to young voters and disillusioned Pirate supporters.
Javier Milei, Enemy of Free Speech
Politics
Javier Milei, Enemy of Free Speech
Argentinian President Javier Milei filed lawsuits this month for defamation against three journalists, reports the Buenos Aires Herald. \"The journalists targeted are columnists Ari Lijalad and Carlos Pagni, as well as TV host Viviana Canosa. Canosa was a staunch Milei supporter until two years ago,\" says the newspaper reports.
Nanny State Index 2025: Czechia Increasingly Regulates Lifestyle and Falls in Rankings
Society
Nanny State Index 2025: Czechia Increasingly Regulates Lifestyle and Falls in Rankings
Czechia ranked 26th out of 30 countries in this year’s Nanny State Index, maintaining its reputation of lifestyle freedom, but continuing to fall in the rankings. The higher a country ranks, the more regulated its lifestyle is. Our country’s approach to regulating food, beverages, alcohol, and electronic cigarettes remains largely liberal. However, in 2017, Czechia was the most liberal country in the ranking.