Summary

Hungary’s parliament passed a law banning Pride events and allowing facial recognition to identify and fine attendees.

The legislation, backed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s party, passed 136-27 and expands Hungary’s “child protection” law, which restricts LGBTQ+ content. Amnesty International condemned it as a “full-frontal attack” on LGBTQ+ rights.

Critics argue Orbán is scapegoating minorities to distract from economic issues and boost far-right support ahead of elections.

Budapest Pride organizers vowed to proceed with their march despite fines of up to 200,000 forints (£425).

  • yetAnotherUser@discuss.tchncs.de
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    11 hours ago

    That’s not quite the same though.

    I doubt anyone but queer individuals ever donated to Hungary’s pride parades - if they even accept donations to begin with.

    Like why would any Hungarian company ever donate to a pride parade? They all benefit from and support Orban’s corruption. Scapegoating minorities keeps their stream of money going.