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In 2004, the Central European and Baltic countries joined the European Union as new members. The Prague office seeks to strengthen liberal forces, both political and intellectual, in the region. Our project office particularly supports the 4liberty.eu network, which serves as a centre of competence and a platform for dialogue.
News
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Political actors accuse polling agencies of manipulating pre-election polls, anti-LGBT rhetoric intensifies
Amid Slovakia's approaching parliamentary elections, unfounded allegations of poll manipulation gain traction, while attacks on NGOs and a surge in anti-LGBT rhetoric add to election campaign turmoil. Various political actors, driven by their own agendas, are leveraging diverse topics to garner public support, intensifying their efforts as the election date approaches. Read more in the new Desinformation newsletter!
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Impacts of the Russian War in Ukraine on CEE
4liberty.eu, a network of representatives of liberal think tanks from Central and Eastern Europe, is pleased to present you the latest issue of their Review, titled “Impacts of the Russian War in Ukraine on CEE”. This time, the network's primary focus is on the response to the Russian aggression in the region, as well as various related phenomena and challenges.
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FREEDOM GAMES
The Turning Point is NOW! Don't miss the jubilee edition of the Freedom Games, the biggest liberal forum in CEE. Join us in Łódź or online and shape the future with us! Together, we'll confront geopolitical, economic, environmental, and social challenges. Our future and the next generation's safety are at stake.
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From Poland with Love - August
Poland gears up for October's Sejm and Senate elections. President Andrzej Duda sets the date, triggering a rush of registrations by parties and coalitions. Former Nowoczesna leader Ryszard Petru's intriguing move and controversial transfers to PiS lists take center stage. Plus, disruptions in the transportation sector and exciting developments in space missions. Stay informed about Poland's dynamic landscape.
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Prigozhin’s death and continuing military support to Ukraine sparked a wave of pro-Russian conspiracy theories and disinformation
The war in Ukraine is still the biggest topic of disinformation in Slovakia. In addition to the constant questioning of support for Ukraine, the disinformation scene has been overwhelmed by the sudden death of the leader of Wagner's group. In addition, the disinformers are once again trying to spread fear about migration, which has become the top topic of the last 14 days.
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Disinformers are accusing government representatives of staging a “police coup”
Recent arrests of intelligence officials in Slovakia have sparked allegations of a "police coup" orchestrated by the government. This narrative is mainly promoted by the SMER-SSD party, which is leading in pre-election polls and continues to spread disinformation about its rival, the Progressive Slovakia party, and the president. In addition, they claim that the parliamentary elections may be rigged.
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Fidesz vs. Freedom of Education
On 6 July, a new law came into force in Hungary that worsens the working conditions of teachers in a fundamental way. The "revenge law" (as called by the opposition) brings more workload on teachers, who are now quitting their jobs in large numbers and taking part in protests. However, many of those who took part in the demonstrations lost their jobs as revenge by the government. Freedom of education in Hungary is under serious threat.
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The Renewal of Liberal Democracy
New publication on the renewal of liberal democracies available!
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Kremlin propagandists are blaming Ukraine for the Kakhovka Dam catastrophe and denying Russia’s involvement
This weeks most concerning topic is Pro-Russian actors spreading Kremlin propaganda deny Russian involvement in the Kakhovka Dam collapse and spread disinformation to support their claims.
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From Poland with Love - May
A Holocaust Researchers lecture in Warsaw was violently disrupted by a polish far right politician. This has been a topic of big controversies in May. Furthermore, the government control over schools will harshen. The Children Ombudsman is said to control LGBTQI friendly ranked schools in the upcoming months.
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Unfit for the EU Presidency?
Hungary's government has repeatedly and massively violated fundamental values of the European Union in recent years. The European Parliament (EP) is therefore questioning whether the country should take over the rotating Council Presidency in the second half of 2024. This raises hopes for a more consistent EU policy towards Hungary.
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Debate on "How Do CEE States Deal with Families?"
Join us for an online debate with the authors of articles about family policies in CEE published in the latest issue of the "4liberty.eu Review" (No. 18). Problems with restrictive laws and possibilities for solving demographic change will be discussed.
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Pro-Russian actors disinform about radiation in Slovakia , attacks against the Slovak President intensify
The explosion of an ammunition depot in Ukraine is being used as part of Kremlin propaganda. Disinformers utilized Putin’s public speech in order to validate their claims. The hateful rhetoric against Slovak president Zuzana Čaputová reaches an all-time high.
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Disinformation about international military cooperation is on the rise, harmful rhetoric towards President Čaputová intensifies
The Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová is once again the main target of pro-Russian actors. They use harmful rhetoric to condemn her support for Ukraine. Pro-Kremlin propagandists are furthermore trying to justify the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by recycling the same narrative of NATO’s alleged aggression. An incident in Banská Bystrica involving an American soldier is being distorted by anti-Western disinformers who are using it to criticise military cooperation with the USA.
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From Poland with Love - April
This month main concern is the ban of imports off grain and other Ukrainian food. Meanwhile the polish government is also conducting changes in the in voting laws, depraving Poles living abroad from their voting rights. Furthermore Poland has reduced its record daily fines of EUR 1 million for judical reforms that undermine the independence of the courts were cut in half by the European Court of Justice. Read more in the April edition.
