Paedophilie scandal in Hungary: growing outcry against President Novák’s decision
In a recent decision, Katalin Novák, President of the Hungarian Republic, granted pardon to Endre K., who aided a notorious paedophile at the Bicske children’s home in sexually abusing children. This shocking revelation, now dubbed the Bicske scandal, has ignited widespread public outrage and stirred the collective conscience of the nation.
The highly controversial case is expected to cast a shadow over Novák’s international reputation and erode public trust in her leadership. While she has exhibited unwavering loyalty to party directives in the past, this move may prove to be a misstep. The nation grapples with the hypocrisy of the situation, particularly alarming given the government’s heavy advocacy for maximal child protection in recent years.
Official response to the paedophile scandal
Novák has openly replied to the accusations levelled against her regarding the Bicske case. She vehemently denied any intent to grant clemency to paedophiles, past, present or future, during her tenure. The Hungarian President added that she’s ‘disgusted by pedophilia and considers it one of the most heinous and serious crimes’. Novák underscored her role as a vocal advocate against paedophilia, urging for stricter measures and the establishment of a paedophile registry. Moreover, Novák said that if anyone either from the government or the opposition intends to take active steps against paedophilia she will be fully supportive of their campaign, writes Index. Notably, Novák pointed out legal provisions safeguarding the confidentiality of presidential pardon explanations.
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Political backlash
The political scene is in flurry of outrage. The Momentum party’s leader, Anna Donáth has reacted to the President’s actions, saying that there are pardons that prove to divide the public opinion, but this is not one of them. She asserted that releasing the individual in question back into society violates all moral codes irrespective of political alignment. Donáth expressed confidence that even the most loyal government supporters would reject such a decision if fully informed.
Echoing Donáth’s sentiments, the Jobbik party called for Novák’s resignation as reparation for her reprehensible act. They also held Judit Varga, the Minister of Justice, accountable for her endorsement of the case, advocating for her removal as Hungary’s lead candidate in the European Parliament elections.
Call to action
The MSZP and the Dialogue faction joined the chorus of dissent, decrying the government’s hypocrisy in child protection campaigns and the release of Endre K. They advocate for enhanced transparency in presidential decision-making, proposing reforms to ensure public scrutiny. Meanwhile, the Democratic Coalition pushes for Novák’s impeachment, deeming her unfit for office. According to 24.hu, this procedure is however slow and has many uncertain elements, with the initial step being the collection of parliamentary signatures.
Civil society condemnation
The Association of Social Workers, along with civil servants and the Teachers Union, issued a statement condemning the pardon of Endre K. Their stance mirrors that of the Democratic Coalition, calling for greater transparency in presidential decisions. They expressed grave concerns over Endre K.’s potential reinstatement in child protection roles and stressed the paramount importance of maintaining professional integrity and ethics in safeguarding children, free from political interference. Highlighting the chronic underfunding and societal undervaluation of child protection services, they underscored the urgent need for reform.
UPDATE
- Pedophilia scandal in Hungary: opposition party writes to Pope over presidential pardon
PM Orbán reacts, President Novák insists on shocking pardon – details HERE
This reminds me the Case opened again TikTok in USA. The silly politicians there said that they want to protect their children from tiktok(mainly because it is a Chinese app) but on the other hand they had the Epstein case with the elite of the country doing disgusting things in the island. Oh the hypocrisy.
Do a favor the country and vote for other party, it does not matter if os from the right, just dont vote for these liers again
These pardons to paedophile enablers and terrorists are part of the stench of corruption in the Fidesz government. The people who are pardoned will be politically connected to the Fidesz government or people close to them are politically connected. Novak please give us another speech about “family values” and Christianity. That was a great excuse about not being able to disclose why he was pardoned due to “legal reasons.” Fortunately the judge who jailed him fully disclosed his “legal reasons” for putting him in prison in the first place.
The “High Moral” ground – written in Laws of Hungary, encased in morals & ethics – Christianity – the IMPORTENCE of Family, the values of Family, the “protection of the young and ALL against acts that are not aligned, to just the “few” points I write, the decision made by the President of Hungary, is “tinged” with a tone of Hypocrisy.
The Orban Government, historically on-going, look at this point in time what they have to RIGHTFULLY answer broadsheet, through “Veiling ” of Fact & Truth – that in numerous cases, throughout the 14 plus years they ORBAN / Fidesz have Governed Hungary, have been JUDGED to have LIED.
President Catalina Novak of Hungary, prior to her “Elevation” through the “rank & file” of the Fidesz “chain of command” – was a remains a LOVE child of the Prime Minister of Hungary – Victor Orban.
Novak was an influential “shaker & mover” – a major player contributor of the “inner sanctum” of the Orban / Fidesz – the Oligarch “regime” – which she RETAINS in her role as the present – President of Hungary.
Matters such as this, that “draw” a response in this case from the present President of Hungary – Catalina Novak, who knowingly, will FOLLOW to the Word, the Fidesz “Creed” of her affiliation & membership, but then, applying a term of that you “can’t see the wood for the trees” – gives STRONG argument, that the decision made by the present President of Hungary – her ‘Pardoning” – the Political DNA of her being, does give gargantuan concern, why Catalina Novak, made the decision she did.
Catalina Novak, “tests” me.
Why do I come back to a biblical piece in reference to the Prophet Samuel, that is – that the Lord spoke to Samuel and said :
“The Lord does not see as man does.
For man sees the OUTWARD appearance, but the Lord – sees the Heart.”
This decision by the present President of Hungary – Catalina Novak – will “Ghost” her for the time she has or remains as the our President.
Financial corruption on a massive scale, now moral corruption on a massive scale. Coupled with Orban and his party betraying democracy, the EU and Ukraine by brown nosing Putin the good name of Hungary is being dragged in the mud. Hungarians should note that the ordinary [erson in the street in many countries sees Hungary in the above terms and have np time for Orban and his cronies.