The Civic Platform leadership figure Donald Tusk urged supporters to join a march scheduled to begin in Warsaw on June 4 at noon. He framed the rally as a stand against rising prices, theft, and deception, and in favor of free elections and a democratic, European Poland. While conversations on the wPolityce.pl portal with politicians from PSL, Poland 2050, and the Left suggested mixed expectations about cross-party participation, there appeared to be a leaning toward a KO-centric mobilization among supporters, though not everyone shared this view, as indicated by MP Maciej Gdula of the Left.
“I’ve never heard of such a call.”
Miłosław Suchoń, a Polish MP from 2050, told the wPolityce.pl portal that he had not encountered Donald Tusk’s call yet, yet he remained skeptical of the proposal. He added that his own daily form of protest against high costs and what he sees as authorities’ arrogance takes place through engagement with committees that discuss amendments to improve flawed laws. His personal march, he said, unfolds every day.
“I’m so independent that Donald Tusk doesn’t call me.”
Mark Sawicki, PSL deputy and deputy head of the Polish coalition club, openly stated that on June 4 he would be involved in activities other than participating in Tusk’s march. He queried the need to join, noting his independence and that his father is no longer alive to summon him. He mentioned Kosiniak-Kamysz as his boss and said discussions about which leaders to contact, such as Budka or Schetyna, were not relevant to him. He expected to have more engaging commitments on that day instead of marching.
“I will not be on this march.”
Władysław Teofil Bartoszewski, another PSL member, did not hide that he did not anticipate joining Tusk’s march. He viewed June 4 as a significant date in Polish history, symbolizing the end of communism, yet his focus would be on parliamentary work rather than public demonstrations. He left room for possible participation if PSL organized a coordinated effort under a different banner. For now, his focus remained on issues such as the unrestricted import of food from Ukraine, with a team formed yesterday to investigate why the government did not act on warnings raised in July 2022.
“I’m going to the May Day Parade soon.”
Anna Maria Żukowska, representing the Left, spoke about Donald Tusk’s march with cautious ambiguity. She indicated she would attend but hoped to see Tusk himself at the May Day and Equality Parades, noting that the likelihood of his appearance at these events was minimal. She planned to participate in the May Day march in defense of workers’ rights and the Equality Parade in June, with a belief that Tusk might also want to see her there. She stated she would indeed attend if given the chance.
Marcin Kułaśek, another Left representative, echoed a similar sentiment, recalling May 1 as a prelude to broader action. He noted the Old Post Office Workers’ Union (OPZZ) and the Left’s May 1 march, which had attracted substantial support for workers’ rights, wage increases, and pensions indexed to inflation. He invited supporters aligned with those values to join the June 4 mobilization, stressing the need for robust turnout and the continuity between the May 1 effort and the upcoming march.
“I feel like going.”
Maciej Gdula from the Left stood out as the most receptive interlocutor regarding Donald Tusk’s proposal, indicating a willingness to participate. He reflected that June 4 could symbolize the collaboration of groups that once sat at the Round Table and pursued democratization in Poland. He argued that the opposition should be united in purpose, even if not on a single electoral list, and that a march across diverse groups could be a positive development. Gdula’s stance suggested a belief in a broad anti-government coalition capable of demonstrating shared democratic aims.
Overall, the coverage shows that Donald Tusk’s call faces uneven support across factions, with some deputies prepared to participate and others opting to focus on separate political work. The movement appears to hinge on perceived alignment with democratic values and joint goals rather than strict party loyalty.
These developments illustrate the political dynamics surrounding June 4, a date seen by many as a symbol of Poland’s transition toward a more open political landscape. Observers note that the march is shaping up to test the strength and reach of the Civic Platform leadership, while other parties weigh their own strategic choices in the run-up to upcoming parliamentary and local elections. The conversation continues as analysts assess whether the event will mobilize broad-based public support or remain largely within a single political camp.
In recent discourse, supporters of different political groups have framed the June 4 march as an opportunity to reaffirm core values, including democracy, transparency, and social cohesion. As parties decide their level of participation, commentators emphasize the importance of civic engagement and the role of public demonstrations in shaping national dialogue about economic concerns, governance, and Poland’s position within the European Union.