Blocking funds from the KPO in Poland was described by PiS member Adam Bielan as a political maneuver intended to influence the parliamentary elections in favor of Donald Tusk. He characterized the move as unauthorized interference by the European Commission in Poland’s democratic process, speaking on RMF FM.
It marked a turning point in the PO campaign
Bielan recalled the European Parliament election debate on the visa scandal, noting that it breached EP rules of procedure. He argued that the campaign was affected by these breaches, stressing that the EP should not host debates in any country tied to a campaign within three months of an election. Bielan asserted that a debate on the visa scandal violated this rule and interfered with the electoral environment.
He admitted that the visa scandal debate, held roughly a month before the elections, had a noticeable impact on the results, pointing to internal investigations that supported this view.
Bielan also commented on the June 4 Warsaw march, calling it a success for Donald Tusk and a pivotal moment for the Civic Platform, which helped build momentum for their campaign.
An investment in the future
When discussing the election outcome and the potential for Mateusz Morawiecki to fulfill his mission, Bielan said that while governing may not seem likely in November 2023, outlining future plans could be an investment in Poland’s trajectory. He noted the formation of a coalition of eleven parties as an unprecedented event, with analysts skeptical about its four-year durability.
He expressed optimism that Morawiecki’s vision could plant doubt in the minds of some parliamentarians who align with the Third Way group, suggesting they have shifted allegiances and may be less reliable partners for the Civic Platform in the future.
Tusk as an internet presence
Asked about Donald Tusk’s remarks in an interview with the weekly magazine Sieci, Bielan described Tusk as adopting the stance of an internet troll for years, arguing that there was unnecessary malice and that the full interview context should be considered before judging the statements.
Bielan also voiced pessimism about the relationship between President Andrzej Duda and Donald Tusk, reflecting on past tensions between Duda and then-president Lech Kaczyński. He warned that if Tusk became prime minister, relations with President Duda could become markedly strained, though he conceded he might be mistaken.
In closing, Bielan highlighted ongoing political dynamics in Poland, emphasizing the complexity of coalition-building and leadership in a rapidly shifting landscape. The commentary included references to various political figures and interviews, underscoring the contentious nature of today’s political discourse in Poland.
Source: wPolityce