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Students Call For Education Reform In Hungary Protest March

Protesters take part in an anti-government demonstration in Budapest on March 15.
Protesters take part in an anti-government demonstration in Budapest on March 15.

Thousands of students and other opponents of Hungary's government marched in Budapest on March 15 to demand educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture.

The protest, dubbed a “freedom march” by organizers, was called by teachers’ unions and student groups that have spent months pressuring Hungary's government to provide salary raises and better working conditions for educators.

'Freedom March' In Hungary Calls For Educational Reforms And Political Change

<div>Protesters carry a large Hungarian flag as they take part in an anti-government demonstration in Budapest on March 15.<br /> <br /> Organized by teachers&#39; unions and student groups, the peaceful &quot;freedom march&quot; called for educational reforms and a change of direction for Hungary&#39;s political future.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>
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Protesters carry a large Hungarian flag as they take part in an anti-government demonstration in Budapest on March 15.

Organized by teachers' unions and student groups, the peaceful "freedom march" called for educational reforms and a change of direction for Hungary's political future.  
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
<div>The March 15 demonstration took place on a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary&#39;s failed 1848 rebellion against Habsburg rule.&nbsp;</div> <div><br /> &nbsp;</div>
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The March 15 demonstration took place on a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's failed 1848 rebellion against Habsburg rule. 

 
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
Teachers&#39; unions and student groups have spent months pushing for Hungary&#39;s government to provide salary raises and better working conditions for educators.
3/9 Teachers' unions and student groups have spent months pushing for Hungary's government to provide salary raises and better working conditions for educators.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
<div>Marchers chanted slogans such as &quot;No teachers, no future&quot; and &quot;Striking is a basic right.&quot; The groups have also demanded the repeal of legislation that limits teachers&#39; right to strike.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div>
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Marchers chanted slogans such as "No teachers, no future" and "Striking is a basic right." The groups have also demanded the repeal of legislation that limits teachers' right to strike.
 
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
An elderly man (left) tries to block a demonstrator from protesting with a placard.
5/9 An elderly man (left) tries to block a demonstrator from protesting with a placard.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
Women get creative with their face paintings as they participate in the demonstration.
6/9 Women get creative with their face paintings as they participate in the demonstration.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
A young woman holds a torch during the march.
7/9 A young woman holds a torch during the march.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
While others shouted slogans against the right-wing government led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
8/9 While others shouted slogans against the right-wing government led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
The Fisherman&#39;s Bastion at Buda Castle is illuminated with Hungary&#39;s national colors to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the outbreak of the 1848 revolution and war of independence against Habsburg rule in Budapest.
9/9 The Fisherman's Bastion at Buda Castle is illuminated with Hungary's national colors to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the outbreak of the 1848 revolution and war of independence against Habsburg rule in Budapest.
Thousands of students and other opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration took part in an anti-government "freedom march" in Budapest on March 15 calling for educational reforms and a change in the Central European country's political culture. The protests coincided with a national holiday commemorating the 175th anniversary of Hungary's unsuccessful 1848 uprising against Habsburg rule.
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The groups have also demanded the repeal of legislation that limits teachers' right to strike.

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