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A slender individual in well-fitted shirts and blazers, Magyar appeared too polished and sophisticated to connect with the rural voters, yet he has established himself as a formidable contender. Orban, 62, hails from a village and communicates in rustic Hungarian, whereas Magyar is a Budapest-based attorney by profession. Aware that his identity as a member of the urban elite might hinder his appeal to rural constituents, Magyar has tirelessly traveled through the countryside over the last two years, attracting significant audiences. In contrast to Orban, who eloquently discusses international affairs, Magyar concentrates on local matters like healthcare, education, transportation, and rural population decline in his addresses.
