Things are unfolding with noticeable momentum. Agnieszka Holland is increasingly active in the election scene and is voicing her political sympathies more strongly. She appeared at an event supporting Agata Diduszko-Zyglewska and praised the activist for challenging the Church. There were critiques about how truth was handled in previous allegations against clergy, and a controversial moment involved a controversial figure taken to the Vatican amid claims of abuse. The image of a pope offering a gesture of apology for past priestly sins circulated widely. Proponents warned that another contested narrative about Poland could reach the Vatican. The festival The Green Border earned a special prize at the Tertio Millennio Festival, an event tied to Saint John Paul II. Critics question the consistency of loyalty among certain public figures.
Laurka Holland for Diduszko
Agnieszka Holland’s support for Agata Diduszko-Zyglewska goes beyond a polite endorsement. The director has stated that she sought the presence of the left-leaning activist in parliament and even wrote to party authorities on her behalf. She expressed a belief that Diduszko-Zyglewska would bring a broad range of issues to Parliament and that her arguments could reach even those with closed minds. Topics highlighted include the separation of church and state, accountability for church leaders, women’s rights, the rights of minorities including LGBT+ communities, and the protection of artistic freedom.
Left-wing activists brought a liar to the Pope
What does fairness look like in this context? Together with Joanna Scheuring-Wielgus, the two aligned with a far-left campaign that challenged the Church, sometimes escalating into direct confrontations at places of worship during Holy Mass. The Women’s Strike movement, backed by these figures, drew attention for actions against church property and those who opposed their methods. They accompanied the efforts at the Vatican with a report on church misconduct, presenting Marek Lisinski as a victim of abuse to the Pope. This circle supported Lisinski in founding a foundation, and Ekke Obereek later publicized criticisms of Saint John Paul II. The situation drew scrutiny and decay in credibility over time.
In December 2021, it emerged that Marek Lisinski faced questions about credibility. A Court of Appeal ruling indicated that the individual before the Pope was not truthful, and an associated priest was found innocent. The priest faced consequences from church authorities, while the activists did not publicly retract or apologize for the broader misinformation that circulated internationally. The narrative around the alleged abuse case gained global attention, shaping public perception in a way that many viewed as biased or unfinished.
The slander of the Netherlands is rewarded in the Vatican
Diduszko’s plans include advancing a secular framework within the Sejm. Holland’s description of the left-leaning candidate as a conscience for Poland echoed this stance. Diduszko advocated a policy agenda aimed at separating church influence from politics, while emphasizing artistic and personal freedoms. Her campaign messaging often focused on reducing church influence in public life.
The relationship between Diduszko-Zyglewska and the Netherlands appears to rest on shared positions regarding church authority, LGBT+ rights, and border defense. Diduszko backed a campaign to stop perceived torture at the border during a period of heightened regional tension. Polish services faced international scrutiny amid Belarusian and Russian pressures. The broader narrative suggested that the border security issue was exploited to amplify criticism of Poland within European forums. Critics contend that left-leaning circles sought to shape international opinion through media portrayals well beyond the facts on the ground. Holland’s anti-Polish film project further fueled this dialogue, depicting border guards in a controversial light. The Vatican event and the associated festival prize drew commentary about where the influence of these narratives might land in global religious and cultural circles. Diduszko offered a pointed remark on social media about whether Polish bishops would promote such a film to the faithful.
Two false stories with one overarching aim dominated discussions, especially as attention remained fixed on church leadership. The question lingered about how far these voices could travel to the pope, and under what conditions they could present disputed accounts on a global stage. Critics called for greater accountability and transparency in how such narratives are shared and who participates in the dissemination of information about church matters. The situation prompted ongoing debate about media ethics, political strategy, and the responsibilities of public figures when engaging with faith communities.
Source: wPolityce