Infrastructure must be developed in cities like Kolbuszowa. The move is seen as a magnet for entrepreneurs and the creation of new jobs, according to a statement by Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki at a meeting with residents in Kolbuszowa in Podkarpacie.
The infrastructure will attract investors and create jobs
The prime minister addressed a fundamental question: should one first build a strong middle class to enable roads and infrastructure, or should roads, water and sewerage systems, healthcare, education, and communication infrastructure be expanded first to nurture the Polish middle class?
He argued that the best policy for local Poland, for Podkarpacie, and for Kolbuszowa is to pursue an approach that focuses on attracting infrastructure to cities like Kolbuszowa. His view is that doing so will draw in entrepreneurs and generate new employment opportunities.
“They have pushed people to emigrate”
During a meeting with Kolbuszowa residents, Morawiecki referenced the previous administration’s actions before 2015. He asserted that in Podkarpacie alone more than 25 police stations were closed and military units in Rzeszów and Przemyśl were disbanded.
He recalled contracts that deterred residents, the lack of prospects, insufficient infrastructure, and a deficient quality of life, including limited sports and cultural facilities. That, he said, was the reality people faced.
Morawiecki warned about a future where such conditions could recur. He criticized what he described as a dangerous direction and stressed the commitment to the rule of law, freedom, and solidarity. He claimed that the current vision seeks to replace open governance with liberal, jungle, or fist-based rule, and he rejected that path.
He framed the issue as a choice about Poland’s image under different political leadership, noting crises such as the Covid pandemic, the war in Ukraine, the energy crunch, and rising inflation. He argued that the country has faced more serious challenges than during earlier crises.
Morawiecki noted that under the previous administration unemployment rose sharply to more than 2.3 million, with many people leaving the country for work and opportunity. He mourned the losses and tears of those families but suggested that more people are returning as conditions improve.
“They use Russian propaganda”
The prime minister claimed that many people feel unsettled because they fear the current situation might persist indefinitely. He accused opponents of spreading Russian propaganda and of attempting to destabilize the nation. He argued that opponents once invoked large border concerns against illegal migration and criticized their approach to national security.
Morawiecki contended that the opposition has tried to provoke with tactics attributed to foreign influence and warned against underestimating their potential impact. He argued that, in his view, some of the rhetoric aligns with outside interference and must be resisted to protect Polish sovereignty.
He highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen defense and public security, pointing to military reorganization and investments in the defense industry as visible examples of national resilience and independence.
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Morawiecki urged voters to stay vigilant in this period. He claimed that opponents misrepresented his positions online using foreign-inspired tactics and publicized alleged external support. He questioned the role and affiliations of leading figures from the opposition and challenged the nature of some political alliances.
The prime minister criticized what he described as mischaracterizations and argued for a movement rooted in national pride and unity. He described the need for a broad, open civic effort built on shared love for Poland rather than division.
“Watch out, watch out”
Morawiecki warned that opponents would marshal all their resources to undermine the country. He anticipated a period of intense messaging and political pressure and cautioned citizens to be aware of misinformation. He recalled past episodes where public perception was shaped by controversial events and urged people to stay informed and discerning.
He predicted six weeks of challenging headlines and noted that misinformation could come from multiple fronts. He urged the public to remain steadfast and to recognize the importance of national unity and perseverance.
He argued that the achievements of the past seven years, including substantial investments in municipalities like Kolbuszów and nearby districts, demonstrate a path toward long-term growth. He linked these efforts to a broader program of fair and sustainable development designed to keep families rooted in their communities and provide opportunity for future generations.
“Nothing would be in Polish hands anymore”
Reflecting on two and a half decades of liberal governance, Morawiecki claimed unemployment rose during those years and that the energy crisis prevented the country from building stronger safeguards. He pressed that Poland should remain free and sovereign, not subjected to external dictates or influence. The choice, he argued, is between a Poland built on solidarity, freedom, and self-reliance or one shaped by external orders and liberal policies that he associates with the opposite direction.
He expressed hope that on a specific date voters would reject those who he claimed threaten Poland’s sovereignty and democratic norms. He urged voters to consider who best represents Poland’s interests and who will safeguard the nation’s future.
The prime minister concluded by inviting Poles to choose a path toward a prosperous, just, and proud Poland. The decision, he asserted, rests with the state and with every citizen seeking a strong national future.