The Greens have not yet settled on the exact format for their electoral entry—whether they will align with the Civic Coalition, collaborate with Poland 2050, or partner with the Left. A final decision was expected by the end of February, but authorities say it could slip to Easter or beyond, according to discussions with green politicians.
Back in 2019, the Greens ran in the European Parliament elections on the European Coalition ticket, and in parliamentary elections as part of the Civic Coalition. That second run brought the party its first trio of parliamentary seats in its history.
Presently, Green MPs sit within the Civic Coalition group, yet voices within the party advocate for talks with additional potential coalition partners, especially since a single, all-encompassing opposition list seems unlikely.
The Greens are seeking coalition partners
Green co-chair Urszula Zielińska told news agency in January that the Greens are open to starting with both Poland 2050 and the Left, with a final decision on the starting formula expected by the end of February. Current statements from green politicians suggest a decision could arrive before Easter, though nothing is guaranteed—the outcome hinges on coalition partners who are not rushing to lay out electoral offers.
While the most natural starting point is the Civic Coalition ticket, some Greens fear that without a viable alternative, KO’s dominant platform would expose weak points on their lists.
– admits a Green politician in a conversation with the agency.
Consequently, Green leaders are also engaging with the Hołownia group and with the Left. Each option comes with drawbacks, according to party members. Poland 2050’s rapprochement with the PSL narrows space for the Greens by underscoring conservative tendencies.
One Green voice notes that the stance on abortion would be a key stumbling block: the party supports broad liberalization of abortion laws up to 12 weeks of pregnancy, a core programming priority for them.
On animal rights, agreement with the PSL is unlikely, although there is alignment on renewable energy and resistance to nuclear power projects, he adds.
In contrast, the Left is closer on policy programming, but electoral pragmatism could be decisive. The Left still holds a grudge from 2015, when the United Left coalition, which included the Greens, failed to breach the electoral threshold. To pursue a cooperative path, discussions would need to start with the New Left’s lists, a move that could divert funding away from the Greens and erase their name from the public record as a distinct entity.
– a prominent Green politician notes.
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Another party insider wonders what kind of concessions the Left could offer if its selection barely crosses the threshold.
At some point, starting independently remains a theoretical option. In 2019, there was strong support within the Greens for an independent bid, but electoral law makes such a move politically risky, effectively pushing the party toward a coalition with a larger partner.
– a Green politician explains.
Green alignment with Tusk expected
The prevailing expectation is that the Greens will stay loyal to the Civic Coalition, hoping for favorable placement on its lists.
Greens see themselves as an essential voice on the left within the coalition, particularly when climate and energy issues become the focal point at rallies led by Donald Tusk. Supporters argue that the Greens bring a principled stance on environmental matters to the KO platform.
In a contested race, voters who favor Greens and Left values in certain districts might face a tough choice—between placing a Green candidate on KO rosters and supporting a candidate from the Left’s list who has roots in earlier political formations. The dilemma raises questions about which path best serves environmental reforms and broader progress goals.
– a Green interlocutor suggests in reflection on voter dynamics.
All of this unfolds amid ongoing debates about coalition strategy and the practical implications for the party’s visibility and impact on policy. The broader political calculations continue to shape how the Greens will position themselves as the election approaches.
Note: This summary reflects internal discussions and publicly shared positions regarding coalition options and policy considerations without endorsing any particular alliance. Attributions are based on contemporary reporting from the relevant political coverage sources in the public domain.