Budapest Mayor Faces Controversy Over Rejected Proposals Regarding Pride Event
Mayor Krisztina Baranyi claims her proposals to support the Pride event were blocked, while Mayor Gergely Karácsony defends his stance.
In a recent social media post, Krisztina Baranyi, the mayor of Ferencváros and a member of the Hungarian Two-tailed Dog Party, accused Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony of blocking her proposals ahead of the upcoming municipal assembly.
Baranyi stated that her initiatives were intended to respond to recent governmental legislation that allows for the banning of Pride events in the capital.
She expressed disappointment over not being informed about the rejections, referring to Karácsony as 'the world's most cowardly mayor.'
Baranyi had submitted two proposals, both of which she claimed were filed on time and met all necessary regulations.
The first proposed that the Pride flag be displayed at the City Hall until the abolition of the newly adopted law facilitating the ban on the event.
The second initiative aimed to ensure promotional materials, flags, and symbols related to Pride be displayed on public transport throughout Budapest.
In her post, Baranyi remarked on the apparent disconnect between her proposals and the response from the mayor’s office, lamenting that Karácsony was seemingly prioritizing the political interests tied to the ruling Fidesz party over supporting Pride.
She criticized the lack of communication regarding the decision, indicating that such actions undermined her rights as an elected representative.
In response, the Budapest Mayor's Office issued a statement emphasizing that the mayor views the Budapest Pride as more significant than any political provocations by municipal factions.
They highlighted that the assembly would ultimately decide on the proposals presented, including any that might not have been included in the mayor’s own recommendations.
The office reiterated concerns over proposals that could contribute to ‘propaganda undermining the human dignity of the LGBTQ community.’
Later, Mayor Gergely Karácsony addressed the situation, asserting his long-standing support for LGBTQ rights.
As the first to display the rainbow flag on a public building during his tenure as district mayor of Zugló, he has continued this practice annually at City Hall since becoming mayor.
He affirmed his commitment to assisting the organization of the Budapest Pride event, stating that this commitment would remain steadfast despite opposition from higher authorities.
Karácsony articulated his belief that 'Budapest is a city for everyone,' asserting that freedom requires the freedom of all citizens.
He declared, 'There will be a Budapest Pride, and it will be bigger than ever!'
Baranyi stated that her initiatives were intended to respond to recent governmental legislation that allows for the banning of Pride events in the capital.
She expressed disappointment over not being informed about the rejections, referring to Karácsony as 'the world's most cowardly mayor.'
Baranyi had submitted two proposals, both of which she claimed were filed on time and met all necessary regulations.
The first proposed that the Pride flag be displayed at the City Hall until the abolition of the newly adopted law facilitating the ban on the event.
The second initiative aimed to ensure promotional materials, flags, and symbols related to Pride be displayed on public transport throughout Budapest.
In her post, Baranyi remarked on the apparent disconnect between her proposals and the response from the mayor’s office, lamenting that Karácsony was seemingly prioritizing the political interests tied to the ruling Fidesz party over supporting Pride.
She criticized the lack of communication regarding the decision, indicating that such actions undermined her rights as an elected representative.
In response, the Budapest Mayor's Office issued a statement emphasizing that the mayor views the Budapest Pride as more significant than any political provocations by municipal factions.
They highlighted that the assembly would ultimately decide on the proposals presented, including any that might not have been included in the mayor’s own recommendations.
The office reiterated concerns over proposals that could contribute to ‘propaganda undermining the human dignity of the LGBTQ community.’
Later, Mayor Gergely Karácsony addressed the situation, asserting his long-standing support for LGBTQ rights.
As the first to display the rainbow flag on a public building during his tenure as district mayor of Zugló, he has continued this practice annually at City Hall since becoming mayor.
He affirmed his commitment to assisting the organization of the Budapest Pride event, stating that this commitment would remain steadfast despite opposition from higher authorities.
Karácsony articulated his belief that 'Budapest is a city for everyone,' asserting that freedom requires the freedom of all citizens.
He declared, 'There will be a Budapest Pride, and it will be bigger than ever!'
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