Memory Politics in an Illiberal Regime

Hungary’s new Trianon memorial

As problematic monuments are being brought down in recent anti-racist protests around the world, Hungary, in contrast, saw the completion of a deeply flawed and tone-deaf memorial.  Built for the centennial of the Trianon Peace Treaty, the “Memorial of National Unity” in front of the Hungarian Parliament has a minimalist style ...
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Memory Politics in an Illiberal Regime