Fifty Shades of Conservatism
‘Coming up with an authoritative definition of conservatism is not an end in itself so much as a sort of ritualistic pursuit, which we perform expecting some change from it along the lines of a deeper understanding of our past, our present, and the mysteries of the human species and the world. There are any number of ways in which the history of conservative thought could be written, if only as a story of the attempts at grasping the very notion of conservatism.’
Canadian Conservatives Could Learn from Hungary, Samuel Duncan Says
‘When it comes to family policy, I know that many Canadian conservatives view Hungary as a leader, particularly in its various incentive programmes and structures that place families at the centre of government policy,’ senior Canadian conservative advisor Samuel Duncan highlighted in an interview with Hungarian Conservative.
Scholz Ready to Negotiate with Putin — The First Ray of Hope in the Fog of War?
‘Scholz’s statement is the first ray of light piercing the fog of war that has shrouded Europe for the past two years. It could be downplayed, but Germany remains one of the EU’s most influential member states, and Berlin’s wright is undeniable, despite its current economic challenges. The experience of recent years shows that what Germany pushes for in the EU often becomes reality sooner or later.’
The Hungarians’ Fierce Struggle Against the Tatars — The Battle of Mohi in 1241
‘The losses and military failures suffered by the Tatars, most of which occurred in Hungary, are rarely mentioned among the reasons for their unexpected withdrawal from Central Europe…Since Hayton’s best-selling work in Europe attributed the stopping of the Mongols to the Austrian prince, the heroic resistance of the Hungarians was almost completely forgotten.’
Pentecost: The Descent of the Holy Spirit and the Birth of the Church
This Sunday, Christians celebrate Pentecost, marking the Holy Spirit’s descent upon the disciples 50 days after Easter. As one of Christianity’s most important feasts, Pentecost signifies the birth of the Church and the spreading of the Gospel.
The Power of Community Connection — A Conversation with Zsuzsanna Kensell
‘I love being part of a community, I value community-building activities, and I treasure being able to connect with people who have entirely different life stories and perspectives—this expands my own outlook, which I find extremely valuable. I volunteer so that others can experience the same.’
Trump vs Musk: An Epic Fallout — UPDATED
They were close friends and allies only a week ago, now they are bitterly feuding with each other: US President Donald Trump and the world’s richest man Elon Musk cannot seem to agree if the new spending bill reduces or increases the deficit.
Orbán Warns of Foreign Influence, Pushes Back on Brussels during Radio Interview
In a radio interview, PM Viktor Orbán reaffirmed Hungary’s opposition to Ukraine’s EU accession, accusing Brussels of foreign interference and warning of a push to install a pro-Ukraine government in Budapest. He also addressed national security concerns, criticized opposition parties and city leadership, and pledged stronger action against Hungary’s worsening drug crisis.
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni: A Stark Contrast
‘Indeed, right-wing identity is often rooted in instinct—attachment to family, country, and order—rather than in ideology or theory, unlike the left, which has always had its “little red books”. The real challenge for the right is to move from instinct and sentiment toward structured political thought.’
Bryan Leib Challenges David Pressman to a Debate
Hungarian influencer Stefi Déri has proposed a debate between Bryan Leib and former US Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman. Pressman often criticized Hungary, drawing frequent rebuttals from Leib. While Leib has accepted the challenge, Pressman has yet to respond.
