Polish opposition and governing party figures continue to clash over the concordat and the role of religion in public life, with PiS Secretary General Krzysztof Sobolewski addressing remarks made by KO MP Sławomir Nitras. Nitras suggested he opposes the concordat and expressed a program that critiques religion in schools, supports same-sex marriage and in vitro fertilization, and rejects church authority on personal matters. He spoke during an appearance on Radio Plus on Friday, outlining his stance and the electoral plan that would accompany such positions.
Nitras asserted that his policy platform would differ from church influence, explaining his position and the actions he intends to pursue in the upcoming elections.
In response, Sobolewski offered a direct assessment of Nitras’ comments. He emphasized that the concordat remains in force and that the Polish state will not take steps that would undermine its significance or legal standing. He also stated clearly that there would be no move to legalize homosexual relations while the Law and Justice party holds power, framing the matter as a matter of constitutional and societal priorities as defined by his party.
Sobolewski argued that Nitras is fanning tensions by his rhetoric against Catholics, a claim that the party representative linked to a broader campaign of hostility toward religious communities and places of worship. The secretary general urged readers to consider the implications of aggressive discourse on social harmony and safety.
Additional context from the publication highlights that the conversation around church-state issues remains highly charged. The piece references Nitras’ appearance on the radio and the ongoing debate about how religious institutions should participate in civic life in Poland. The coverage also notes reactions and comments from other political actors, reflecting a larger pattern of public discourse on faith, policy, and governance. In this framework, readers are invited to examine the positions of both sides and to follow how the concordat and related laws interact with evolving political priorities.
Citations: wPolityce, reported perspectives from PiS and KO representatives.
Source: wPolityce