Despite being a EU member state, the systematic dismantling of democracy since 2014 has left Hungary in a state characterised by one-sided state propaganda and a complete lack of checks on power. Corruption and xenophobia are increasing in the country and human rights defenders and government critics are subjected to hate campaigns and threatened by prosecution. A number of new laws have been adopted, many of which severely restricts freedom of association and expression, and limit human rights defenders legitimate activities.