Today I attended my first political demonstration, with about 10,000 Hungarians. The US Ambassador to Hungary, Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis, was also in attendance, along with the Israeli Ambassador. Please read the article here first for background: http://www.euronews.com/newswires/1746688-thousands-rally-against-far-right-in-hungary/
The event marked an unusual reconciliation between the Far-Right Fidesz party and the Socialist MSZP party after the disparaging remarks made on Monday. However, many people here are waiting, most likely in vain, for condemnation of the remarks by Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
The pre-game meal
Heading to the demonstration
Looking towards the stage with the parliament building in the background. The bright lights are flashing the word "NEM," which means no.
Most flags in one place I've ever seen outside of the US and outside of Norway's independence day
So interesting! It was interesting to read about feelings toward the Jews. It sounds like your knowledge of history around the world continues to expand. And who prepared the "pre-meal"? It looks quite delicious! Take care!
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