New Hungarian PM’s voters want action on climate and LGBTQ+ rights, poll finds
Exclusive: Voters remain split on issues critical to EU, such as support for Ukraine and dependence on Russian energy
TL;DR
- Over three-quarters of Hungarians who voted for Péter Magyar want his government to address the climate crisis.
- More than 70% of Magyar's voters want him to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
- A poll suggests Tisza's voter base leans progressive, contrary to the campaign's avoidance of these issues.
- Voters are split on critical EU issues like support for Ukraine and reducing Russian energy dependence.
- 64% of polled individuals expect improved relations with Kyiv, but support for direct aid to Ukraine is low.
- Over half of those surveyed oppose halting Russian energy imports.
- While voters seek domestic change and better EU ties, concerns about energy independence and national security are paramount.
- There are concerns that pushing too hard on certain EU demands could undermine the new prime minister.
- Despite expectations of improved EU relations, the lingering influence of the previous government's loyalists creates potential challenges.