Generational Tensions in Contemporary Societies: The Hungarian Case Before the 2026 Elections

• In Event: Anti-Democratic Attitudes, Political Participation, and Backsliding

Brief Overview

Political polarization is rising in Hungary, shaped by social media and growing generational divides. Using a 2022–2025 survey, this study examines whether generational tension exists, how strong it is, and what it may mean for the 2026 elections.

Author

• Levente Székely, George Mason University