During a 2024 meeting at the European Parliament, Magyar Peter and Viktor Orban exchanged a handshake.

When Fear Meets Hope

A smartphone held in both hands displaying a social media post with a photo of Hungarian politician Peter Magyar, in sunglasses clasping their hands. Reaction emojis appear below the image.

Rage to Reach: Does it Help Political Newcomers?

Viktor Orbán addresses the public from a podium on a stage with multiple Hungarian flags behind them and a large banner overhead. The audience is visible in the foreground. The image was taken in 2024.

Too Good to be True

Donald Trump, a blonde, white man in a dark blue suit and red tie, stands on a stage, clapping hands, at an Arizona for Trump rally at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.

The Evolution of the 'Teflon' Leader

Image shows Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro speaking with supporters.

The Rise of the Authoritarian Populist Right

Crow raise hands on the street as a sign of celebration.

When Democracy Erodes from Within