The Warsaw mayoral race features Magdalena Biejat as the leading left-wing candidate, backed by the Miasto Jest Nasze alliance and a network of urban movements. A conference to introduce the candidate and launch the campaign is scheduled, confirmed by Anna Maria Żukowska, the president of the Left Club, speaking to PAP Studio.
Biejat as the left front-runner
In the PAP Studio, Żukowska explained why the left chose to present a candidate for Warsaw at this moment. She noted that earlier plans were delayed by bad weather but assured supporters that the announcement would proceed on the planned Wednesday event, signaling a fresh push for the campaign.
KYYYY Lewica has put forward Magdalena Biejat as the candidate for Warsaw’s presidency, highlighting backing from the City Jest Ours association and other urban groups and organizations, a detail Żukowska reiterated.
When asked whether this gathering marked the official start of the national campaign, Żukowska clarified that this moment was the Warsaw campaign’s opening. She hinted at additional events slated for the days ahead, possibly over the weekend.
National campaign plans
Regarding the nationwide effort, Żukowska said the strategy would include two major congresses paired with program presentations. The exact dates for these events would be announced in due course.
Biejat on readiness for challenges
Magdalena Biejat spoke with PAP on Wednesday about the campaign’s early steps. The first press conference was set for Castle Square in Warsaw at 10 a.m., marking the local government’s campaign launch.
She described the event as a joint kickoff, outlining initial ideas for the campaign and what she and her team hoped to present to residents.
When asked about her readiness to vie for Warsaw’s mayoralty, Biejat replied that she was prepared to take on any political challenge and believed she had demonstrated resilience in the face of pressure.
She also emphasized that, regardless of whether she runs for president or not, she would bring the hard work from her time in Warsaw to the campaign. She highlighted deep familiarity with the city, including her residency, parenting responsibilities, and daily life moving around town by bike, public transit, and car.
She stressed that the left-wing slate would feature candidates who are ordinary Warsaw residents, well aware of the city’s strengths and weaknesses. The leaders at the district level would be introduced in subsequent press briefings.
The municipal elections are scheduled for Sunday, April 7, with a second round for mayoral and city presidency positions planned for April 21.
In related developments, the political scene has featured discussions about stronger dialogue in local governance and a move away from ideological rigidity, with advocates calling for practical, issue-focused programs at the city level.
The overall message centers on practical engagement with residents, a transparent approach to campaign promises, and a commitment to improving everyday life in Warsaw through concrete, on-the-ground action.