A prominent coalition presidential candidate discussion emerged as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Affairs Krzysztof Gawkowski spoke with Super Express about strategic options for the opposition. He stressed that concentrating support behind a single candidate in the second round could be decisive for the outcome of the election, signaling a potential move toward a unified front rather than a fragmented race.
The minister was questioned about whether the coalition is actively considering fielding a joint candidate in the presidential race.
He acknowledged that this option is being considered, adding that such a collaboration would be especially meaningful in the second round as a united voice against a common rival.
Gawkowski prefers a left-leaning candidate in the first round
When pressed for his personal view, Gawkowski stated that, in his opinion, the left should nominate its candidate in the first round to ensure that opposition factions have the opportunity to compete fairly.
He emphasized the importance of mutual support among opponents in the second round, noting that the ruling party’s candidate is unlikely to secure victory in the first ballot.
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The minister was also asked whether the current government fears the possibility of early parliamentary elections.
His response was pragmatic: there is nothing to fear. Voters gave parliament a four-year mandate, and if President Andrzej Duda chose to call early elections today, the coalition could still mobilize a turnout exceeding 11 million votes, potentially weakening the PiS position. He asserted that no one is afraid of early elections, and that, if necessary, the coalition would prevail.
He touched on the idea of a common candidate, suggesting that the December 13 coalition might explore such a path. Yet questions linger about whether figures like Szymon Hołownia or Rafał Trzaskowski would be willing to set aside personal ambitions for a joint effort. The prospect did not seem entirely certain.
– QUESTIONNAIRE. Trzaskowski leads Hołownia by a margin in public polling. Warsaw’s mayor could secure around 30 percent support, a notable setback for Poland 2050’s leader. Preparations for the 2025 presidential elections continue. The PiS Vice President noted that several candidates are being considered, with a number of them being women, and that a trio of leading names—Tusk among them—remains in play as the field evolves.
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Source: wPolityce