Two weeks earlier, Michał Kołodziejczak, the leader of Agrounia, clashed with Deputy Agriculture Minister Janusz Kowalski. He asserted that he would not be treated as a political prop for Donald Tusk, and today his party is appearing on the Civic Coalition’s electoral lists. This stance was shared by PSL MP Marek Sawicki in remarks reported on Wednesday by PAP.
During the open segment of Wednesday’s gathering of the National Council of PO, where the coalition lines for the Sejm and Senate were being finalized, Donald Tusk announced that the Agrounia community would run in the parliamentary elections together with the KO. Kołodziejczak acknowledged that joining forces with KO was no easy decision, yet he said it was essential to demonstrate unity toward a shared vision for Poland, focusing on a future that is strong and prosperous through collective effort.
He insisted he was no footstool
In response to the news, Sawicki noted that Kołodziejczak had recently argued with Kowalski about not being Tusk’s footstool, and now he would appear on a ballot alongside those who claim loyalty to Kaczyński. Sawicki referenced the so-called Friday for animals, a set of proposals aimed at animal protection that include changes to the Animal Protection Act. The proposals, which cover a ban on fur farming and restrictions on ritual slaughter to accommodate the needs of religious communities, have sparked protests from farmers. The Sejm approved the amendments, and they entered the Senate’s working phase. Yet Senate changes removing limits on ritual poultry slaughter have not yet been addressed by the Sejm, and a new project has since been announced.
Kołodziejczak next to Spurki?
Sawicki added that a number of PO politicians supported these measures, and now Kołodziejczak and Agrounia would stand on the same list with them. He suggested that current MEP Sylwia Spurek, elected from the Spring list, would also leave KO. Sawicki claimed Kołodziejczak and the farmers would be oriented toward meat without meat, speaking in reference to Spurek and her platform, noting the potential shift in the coalition’s animal policy agenda.
When asked whether he was surprised by the union of PO and Agrounia, Sawicki said no. He added that it was positive Kołodziejczak avoided joining the Confederation entirely.
The discussion touched on the broader strategy of Donald Tusk, who is viewed by supporters as a master strategist who often parcels political actors into broader positions. Still, questions remain about whether voters will consolidate around these moves or dilute their impact. Observers note that reaction on social media has been intense as Kołodziejczak’s stance becomes clearer.
As events unfolded, PSL representatives offered cautious commentary on the evolving alliance, signaling a potential shift in Poland’s political landscape ahead of the elections. The conversations reflected a climate where party lines are becoming more fluid and voters are weighing the practical implications of cross-party cooperation for Poland’s future. [cite: wPolityce]
Source coverage confirms that the politics of this coalition are still taking shape, with stakeholders watching closely to see how these permutations influence campaign momentum and voter sentiment in the coming weeks. [cite: wPolityce]