Illiberalism in Eastern Europe: Origins of Authoritarianism?

The article examines the rise of illiberalism in Eastern European countries, specifically focusing on the Visegrád Group. Anthropologist Ivan Kalmar suggests that the trend towards authoritarianism is linked to perceived racism from Western nations. This raises concerns about democratic backsliding and the influence of geopolitical tensions within the European Union.

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