There was a time leading up to Hungary's national elections when the opposition held out hope of defeating Viktor Orban. Pollsters had predicted a simple majority for the prime minister and his national-conservative Fidesz party. But there was also a sense Hungarians were ready for change, and right before election day, a slim minority of voters in the country appeared in favor of a new government. Instead of sweeping change, however, Sunday brought a rude awakening for the opposition. Not only did Orban and Fidesz win a resounding victory, they are set to enjoy a two-thirds majority in parliament. It is Orban's third consecutive election win, and, it seems, also his third victory with a two-thirds majority. Read more : European right greets Viktor Orban's Hungary win The prime minister's latest triumph marks the most bitter defeat Hungary's opposition has faced in the past eight years. Visibly so: At various press conferences on Sunday night, the party leaders and top … [Read more...] about Hungary election: Viktor Orban’s win leaves opposition in tatters