"Despite Hungary's turn towards illiberal democracy under Viktor Orban, the contrasting fate of the Czech Republic provides a hopeful blueprint for opposition through mass protests."
"The Czech Republic has seen the success of street protests transforming into a unified electoral strategy, potentially paving the way for defeating leaders like Trump."
Hungary, led by Viktor Orban, exhibits a stark authoritarian transformation often praised by Donald Trump. However, the Czech Republic presents a hopeful counter-narrative; popular protests during the Million Moments for Democracy movement ultimately pressured the anti-democratic regime of Prime Minister Andrej Babis. This movement illustrates how grassroots mobilization can unify citizens against autocratic leaders, potentially offering a roadmap for Trump's opponents as they continue mass demonstrations across the U.S. in hopes of reestablishing democratic norms.
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