Hungarian prime minister hits back at Biden calling him a 'thug' on 'Tucker'
2021/08/06#FoxNews #Tucker
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán meets with Tucker Carlson to discuss how Western Europe is changing and how his country is moving further away.
1. Hungary's Conservative Approach
Summary:
In 2015, during the European migration crisis, Hungary took a stance that differed from other EU countries, particularly Germany. While many countries welcomed migrants, Hungary opted for strict border control, citing national security and legal processes as paramount. Viktor Orbán believes that protecting Hungary's borders is a natural right of the state, asserting that migration without control threatens the nation's safety. He emphasizes the need for a legal process and opposes the notion that migration is a fundamental human right.
Orbán's Quote:
"If someone crosses your border, you have to defend your country... You can't cross without any limitations and permission... it's dangerous. You have to defend your people against any danger."
2. Cultural and National Identity
Summary:
Orbán speaks powerfully about Hungary's identity, deeply rooted in its history, language, and traditions. He asserts that Hungary is a nation with a distinct culture, family values, and a commitment to Christianity. According to Orbán, these cultural elements are threatened by mass migration and the multicultural policies embraced by Western European countries, which he considers risky experiments. He sees these policies as part of a "post-Christian, post-national" shift in Europe, something Hungary refuses to participate in.
Orbán's Quote:
"It's our land. It's a nation, a community, family, history, tradition, language... We have to do that... This is not a human right to come here. No way."
3. Western Criticism and Biden's Comment
Summary:
Orbán has faced significant criticism from Western leaders and media. He reflects on the moment when U.S. President Joe Biden referred to him as a "totalitarian thug" during his presidential campaign. Orbán expresses his surprise at the comment, viewing it as an attack on him and an insult to Hungary. Despite this, Orbán stresses that Hungary values its relationship with the U.S., particularly in areas like defence, NATO cooperation, and trade, and that it remains essential to maintain a respectful and constructive dialogue despite political disagreements.
Orbán's Quote:
"Who is that guy to say that? Okay, he's the President of the United States, so we should take it seriously... It's a personal insult for the Hungarians. But we respect Americans and American democracy and don't want to destroy our relationship."
4. Central European Conservatism
Summary:
Orbán highlights the success of Hungary's conservative policies, which focus on traditional values, national identity, and Christianity. He contrasts Hungary's approach with the liberal, multicultural policies seen in much of Western Europe, arguing that Hungary has been able to thrive economically and culturally by maintaining a more conservative and nationalist direction. This success, he argues, poses a challenge to liberal ideologies, particularly in the West, which he believes cannot accept that a conservative alternative could be more successful than their models.
Orbán's Quote:
"What you can see here could be described as a success story... The fundamentals of success are different than what is envisioned and created by many other Western countries... We're an example that a country based on traditional values, national identity, and the tradition of Christianity could be more successful than a leftist liberal government."
5. U.S. and Israel Relations
Summary:
Orbán reflects on Hungary's strong relationships with the U.S. under President Donald Trump and Israel under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He describes these leaders as supportive allies who shared a mutual understanding of national sovereignty and security. However, with both Trump and Netanyahu out of power, Orbán acknowledges that Hungary faces a new international environment where its key allies have changed. Despite these challenges, Orbán remains committed to navigating these relationships while advocating for Hungary's interests.
Orbán's Quote:
"Trump was supportive to us, not just personally but politically also... It was a good friendship. The same with Bibi Netanyahu... So this is a new circumstance in Hungary... It's a strong challenge."
6. Election Concerns
Summary:
As Hungary approaches its next election, Orbán anticipates international interference, particularly from left-leaning governments and organizations. He expresses confidence in his government's ability to withstand such interference and stresses that Hungarians should determine Hungary's future without external influence. Orbán suggests that despite political opposition from the West, Hungary remains a stable and secure partner for the U.S. and other nations.
Orbán's Quote:
"We're not worried. We're prepared for that. The international left will do everything it can, but the Hungarians might decide on issues in Hungary... It's better to have a stable partner, a Christian democratic government, supported long-term by the Hungarian people."
7. Migration of Western Europeans to Hungary
Summary:
Orbán points out an emerging trend of Western European families, particularly Christian and conservative ones, moving to Hungary due to dissatisfaction with their countries' political and social direction. These families seek a safer, more traditional environment that aligns with their values, as they feel Western Europe is becoming increasingly unstable. Orbán sees Hungary and other Central European countries as a potential refuge for those disillusioned by Western Europe's liberal policies.
Orbán's Quote:
"Many Christian families, conservative families, think that Western Europe is not secure enough... Public security is not provided, and the country's basic values are changing... They're looking for other places... You can see Western European families that moved to Hungary."
Each section combines Orbán's views on Hungary's political and cultural stance with his actual words to better understand his position and reasoning.
Hungarian prime minister hits back at Biden calling him a 'thug' on 'Tucker'
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