Campaign Stunt and Its Aftermath
The episode began with a bold claim from the Civic Coalition staff about a recent campaign tactic and the results it produced on the X platform, formerly known as Twitter. The discourse centered on a generator featuring the image of Jarosław Kaczyński and a dark visual style paired with the message I am a threat, along with the option to customize a statement about the leader of the ruling party.
Observers noted that the underlying idea was straightforward: create images presenting the PiS president as a menacing figure, accompanied by a provocative tagline and a customizable line about the leader. The intent appeared to be to provoke discussion and to illustrate how digital tools can shape political narratives, with potential implications for public perception.
In response to the request, a generator was developed that allowed users to engage with the concept by postulating who might consider Kaczyński the greatest threat. The invitation was to try the tool and share it widely, as described by a member of parliament.
— Arkadiusz Myrcha, a member of parliament, described the project as a demonstration of online political engagement.
Online reception
The reaction from users on the X platform diverged from what the creators anticipated. While some expected strong support from allies, the public response leaned more toward entertainment and commentary rather than endorsement from the involved political figures.
Messages from users ranged in tone, with one commenter noting the alignment of the project with the plan and expressing appreciation for the effort. The political party associated with the punchline also weighed in with their own remark.
What followed was a decision to disable the image generator, a move described by critics as a clear example of how online activism can be curtailed when it collides with platform policies. The incident was summarized by observers as illustrating the limits of online citizenship in a charged political environment.
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Source: wPolityce [citation]