Freedom of Speech under Threat in Hungary

The media in Hungary recently came under supervision of the government with the installation of a new constitution this new year. A newspaper critiquing the government was recently fined for someone posting a negative comment about the previous president. The television news stations are laying off many of their workers, and some believe it is for political reasons. Those who stay are being dictated on what they can or cannot write. Lastly, a radio station recently had its license to air taken away and is required to air music at least sixty percent of the time if they want their license back. The European Union is requiring Hungary to either allow media freedom or face punishment under Article 7. Hopefully, this situation will be settled without any blood spilled. However, I hope that the EU officials are not afraid to act if the case requires. If they do not act to allow freedom of speech in one country, I think there is a good chance other nations will start ignoring our rights also.