János Marothy, Sándor Csoóri Jr., and Ákos Szilágyi speak about the systemic change in the cultural sphere, and about where quality can be found in the contemporary world.
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The low of value in the works of Marx and Lukács
A comprehensive essay by the Hungarian British philospher on the differences between the political economy of Marx and Lukacs. The theoretical inquiry explains some aspects of 20th century politics as well.
Cultural imperialism at the end of the 20th century
US cultural imperialism is as strong and damaging for the rest of the world as political, economic or military hegemony. It destroys solidarity, and spreads ideas and values facilitating further economic penetration and subordination.
On anticommunism
The author used to belong to the so-called Democratic Opposition, but since 1989 he has found the most important to prevent pre-war political tendencies from returning. This attitude necessitates a strong stand against anti-communism.
Hungarian culture: present and future – interview with Ferenc Kósa
An interview with the Socialist MP, who used to be an opponent of the Kádár-regime, was in opposition during the conservative coalition, and finds himself in a weak position when his own political party is in government. He outlines his views about how to democratise and socialise the media and the cultural sphere.