Why I read history books

Marton Trencseni - Mon 09 December 2024 • Tagged with hungary, politics, history

Hungary’s rushed entry into World War II and its botched attempt to break away from it show how stale leadership trapped in its own fantasy bubble can steer a nation toward disaster. By “political backtesting” these moments — comparing their underlying factors to the present — today’s citizens can weigh future outcomes, draw practical lessons, we can make more informed decisions about where and how to live.

Kiugras Beugras

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Why I don't live in Hungary

Marton Trencseni - Wed 07 August 2024 • Tagged with hungary, politics, orban, dubai

In February 2016, I made a life-changing decision to leave Hungary and seek opportunities abroad, starting in London and later moving to Dubai. This essay explores the multitude of reasons behind my choice and why I have no immediate plans to return to Hungary.

Orban no migration

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