Orban's Hungarian government accused of mass voter intimidation ahead of election
A film quoting voters, mayors and a police officer alleges money and drugs are being offered to pressure people to back the ruling party.
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"If there is any wrongdoing just let the ministry of interior do its job."
— Tibor Navracsics , Politician
"The key word here is dependency and vulnerability."
— Aron Timar , Other
Key People
Aron Timar is one of the filmmakers behind the documentary film 'The Price of the Vote'.
Prime Minister of Hungary.
Tibor Navracsics is Hungary's Minister for Public Administration and Regional Development.
Prime Minister of Hungary.
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A film quoting voters, mayors and a police officer alleges money and drugs are being offered to pressure people to back the ruling party.
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