Marcin Józefaciuk, a KO MP who recently drew attention by claiming that Christmas is not a typical Christian holiday and by noting his first tattoo was a pentagram, signaled in a Sejm speech that he had faced hatred from the right side of politics and media. He did not acknowledge, however, his own role in promoting the eight-star slogan that critics say fueled the controversy.
KO MP complains about hatred
In the Sejm, KO MP Marcin Józefaciuk described himself as a target of hatred, alleging that negative comments came from the right-leaning political and media spheres. He noted that, as a teacher and public figure, he had faced hostility and had learned to respond decisively, claiming that this experience helped him develop the resilience to address aggression.
Yet recent events appeared to contradict that stance. In the days that followed, a broad constellation of right-wing media figures, supporters, and lawmakers intensified the discourse around him. Claims circulated that he was a Satanist and a controversial writer, along with insults that labeled him an idiot, a monkey, and a criminal. Critics argued that his portrayal of preventative healthcare and his public statements about education clashed with the actions of other public figures who promoted cures for incurable diseases.
— said the KO MP in the Sejm.
The MP questioned why someone who champions mental health support for youth would be attacked for religious affiliation by individuals who have sworn on public oaths and who are involved in serious legal matters that led to a teenager’s death. He described a private demonstration during a late, sparsely attended plenary session as part of the broader controversy surrounding his remarks.
Józefaciuk’s Sejm speech is shown in a recording published by the Sejm’s official channels. Source: wPolityce
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Józefaciuk and the eight stars
Online observers responded to Józefaciuk’s remarks by highlighting what they saw as hypocrisy among Civic Coalition members. The MP’s critics argued that while he complained of hatred, he had used hostile rhetoric himself, including online posts showing a T-shirt with eight stars and the vulgar slogan against a political opponent.
— Are you noting the timing of the complaints about hate last night?
— said MP Radosław Fogiel.
Do you still have those peasant clowns who first provoke and then talk like an Italian footballer, they hate me, look how innocently oppressed I am?
— said Rafał Ziemkiewicz.
Eight stars, critics argued, signify a readiness to offend others. If criticized in return, the response from some is defensive. Observers suggested that the eight-star symbol echoed broader cultural tensions about public discourse and the boundaries of protest.
— Artur Warzocha added.
In past discussions, some noted that historical pagan imagery and ancient myths had nothing to do with current political debates, while others referenced literary and historical allegories to comment on public behavior and leadership. Critics and supporters alike described the situation as a clash of modern political rituals and symbolic expression.
— wrote Marek Wróbel.
Some commenters argued that Catholics and others should be able to express religious identities without harassment, while others warned against allowing disrespect toward any group as a norm in public life. The conversation stretched across social media and parliamentary chatter, inviting broader reflection on how public figures should conduct themselves online and in public spaces.
— says Marta Lokje.
A number of voices linked the eight-star controversy to broader accusations about accountability and decorum in political life. Critics warned that attacks on personal beliefs and family life obscure policy discussions and erode constructive dialogue in public forums.
— wrote Marcin Bury.
This episode places a spotlight on how a Member of Parliament, speaking from the Sejm podium, can become a focal point for competing narratives about integrity, resilience, and public duty. Against a backdrop of intense online scrutiny, the debate continues about the proper boundaries of political rhetoric and the responsibilities of public figures when addressing sensitive topics.
Source: wPolityce