According to reports by 444 and Index, Hungary's Foreign Ministry filled its press conference rooms with its own employees to create the appearance of strong international interest, while sidelining independent journalists. Tell us how you see this.
- According to reports by 444 and Index, the Foreign Ministry regularly filled its press conference rooms with its own staff to show strong interest to foreign guests. How acceptable do you find this practice?
- According to the reports, ministry employees were required to attend the press conferences. How do you feel about an employer expecting this from its staff?
- According to the reports, independent journalists were effectively excluded from these events, and questions were pre-written for the state media staff present. What do you find most concerning about this?
- How much do you agree with the following statements?
- In your estimate, what percentage of domestic press conferences might involve similar 'staged audiences'?
- Some say it's a legitimate defense for a government to look good in front of foreign guests, others say it's deliberate deception of the public. Which side are you on, and why?
- If it turned out that a Hungarian ministry organized an audience this way for a press conference, what do you expect would happen?