LMP leader accused of ’double talk’ on Roma
Thursday, January 10th, 2013An independent blogger defends LMP leader András Schiffer from liberal critics who accuse him of double talk in connection with anti-Roma racism. READ MORE
Further reactions to LMP’s decision
Saturday, November 24th, 2012A pro-government daily writes that it was a question of principle for the LMP to reject Gordon Bajnai’s invitation to join his Together-2014 electoral alliance, even though it might lead to the demise of the party. A centrist-liberal analyst says LMP made the right decision, as they may attract centre-right voters for whom Together-2014 is tainted, or form the seed of a new centre if a future Together-2014 based government were to fail. READ MORE
LMP’s decision not to join Together-2014 draws criticism and praise
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012While centre-left columnists find the decision self-destructive, and suggest that it plays into the hands of Fidesz, centre-right bloggers celebrate it as a triumph of principles over political pressure. Some analysts forecast a split in the party, while others claim it was high time for LMP to decide where it stands. Major right-wing papers have not commented on the decision as yet. READ MORE
LMP to decide whether to join ‘Together 2014’
Tuesday, November 13th, 2012Analysts believe that the green party which has so far emphasized its centrist identity, will soon have to decide whether or not to join the left-wing alliance. Both options are considered extremely risky, pundits warn ahead of the LMP congress scheduled for next week-end. READ MORE
Doubts about Bajnai’s centrist strategy
Friday, October 26th, 2012Commentators ponder the possible impact of Gordon Bajnai’s plans to create a centrist anti-Fidesz electoral alliance. Both left and right-wing analysts are skeptical about the potential success of Bajnai’s rainbow coalition. READ MORE
Opposition divided over united demonstration on October 23rd
Tuesday, October 16th, 2012A left-wing commentator argues that the October 23rd demonstration is too important to be boycotted by any anti-Fidesz group or voter. A pro-government analyst concludes that this demonstration is the work of bickering intellectual groups who cannot prove to voters their ability to govern the country. READ MORE
Is the left to remain fragmented?
Monday, September 24th, 2012Analysts doubt that the opposition to the left of Fidesz can run in a united block at the parliamentary elections in 2014, although under the new electoral system separate forces will only have a very feeble chance of gaining a parliamentary majority. READ MORE
The dilemmas of the LMP
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012Commenting on the re-election of the LMP floor leader, and the party’s decision not to join anti-Jobbik demonstrations, left-wing pundits wonder if the green party will and can maintain its centrist image. READ MORE
LMP protesting against “oligarchs”
Friday, July 13th, 2012In a comment on the LMP’s protest action against what they consider the government’s clientelism and corruption, one left-wing commentator criticizes the party for what he considers an ineffective theatrical performance. The leading left-wing daily, on the other hand, contends that the LMP managed to make its point, while a pro-government columnist considers the protest unserious. READ MORE
May 2012: a tilt in the polls?
Friday, June 8th, 2012A popular political analyst believes if elections were held today, the outcome would be uncertain – for the first time since 2010. READ MORE