Opposition politicians have already shifted away from substantive debate in favor of attacks that focus on personal characteristics rather than policy. A PSL member of the European Parliament, Krzysztof Hetman, chose to criticize PiS lawmakers by mocking their physical appearance rather than engaging with policy specifics.
Hetman shared a video on the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, drawing attention to what he described as the “big bellies” of Presidents Jarosław Kaczyński, Przemysław Czarny and Ryszard Terlecki. He asserted that these features are the result of those leaders having exercised power for too long, implying that it is connected to the public funds they have been able to access through governmental authority.
From his message, one can infer a claim that the ruling party has accumulated wealth and influence through taxpayer money and political power.
Hetman commented that the appetite for power and money within PiS has reached extraordinary levels. As the autumn elections approach, he proposed removing PiS from power and suggested that Prime Minister Czarny should undergo a rapid slimming regimen. He argued that such a change would benefit not only the individual but Poland as a whole.
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“Bottom, Mr. Hetman, bottom!
The response from X users to the PSL MEP was swift and mixed, with many reacting to the provocative style rather than the substance of the argument.
People remarked on the tone rather than the policy points raised, with some noting the lack of concrete evidence backing the claims about wealth and health conditions.
One observer asked whether the speaker truly feels well, given the focus on appearance rather than arguments.
Critics argued that attacking someone’s physique or age, especially without clear information about health issues, weakens political discourse. They suggested that rulers could be portrayed through verifiable data such as wealth, subsidies, and official earnings, rather than personal judgments about appearance.
Another commentator pointed out that the post showed a repeated pattern, nearly identical to a previous message, and questioned the depth of the arguments offered.
The conversation continued with questions about whether there are substantive points to discuss or if the discourse remains anchored in personal mockery. Some urged a more respectful tone and urged Hetman to refrain from deriding opponents based on appearance.
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