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On November 4, Hungary opened archives of its former communist security services, allowing public access to around 60,000 names. This decision, made 36 years after the fall of communism, raises questions about the long-standing silence surrounding these documents. The date is significant as it marks the anniversary of the Soviet crackdown on the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. The archives reveal the extent of surveillance and distrust fostered by the communist regime. The Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar, who promised to open these archives during his campaign, has taken a courageous step towards transparency. This move prompts reflection on the accessibility of similar archives in Romania and the importance of confronting uncomfortable historical truths. The legacy of communism continues to affect families and individuals, highlighting the need for a mature democracy to face its past.