‘I’m 42 and I’ve spent my entire adult life held captive by Bibi’ – can Israel finally break free of Netanyahu, as Hungary did of Orbán?

The article discusses the political legacies of Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel and Viktor Orbán in Hungary, highlighting the challenges of transitioning from personalized rule to a more democratic system. It reflects on how both leaders shaped their respective political landscapes, creating a dependency on their presence. The recent electoral victory of Péter Magyar's Tisza party in Hungary marks a significant shift, but the article emphasizes that true democratic renewal requires building institutions that do not rely on a single leader. The younger generation in Hungary faces the task of creating a political environment that empowers citizens rather than centering around one individual.