During a gathering with residents of Siedlce, Jarosław Kaczyński, the leader of the ruling party, argued that Poland has shifted from a position outside the Western bloc into the community of civilized nations. He asserted that the current coalition government represents a deception and criticized the Civic Coalition’s campaign, which earlier brought Donald Tusk to power, calling it a single grand fraud. He framed the atmosphere surrounding Poland as an issue of fraud, contrasting it with the nation’s everyday reality.
He reiterated the claim, quoting a speaker who was once attributed with saying that eight years in power had moved Poland away from the third world image, where hunger existed, toward a civilized status. He attributed this improvement to policies enacted despite what he described as financial warnings from PiS opponents and highlighted limited implementation of 100 tasks promised in the Civic Coalition platform, noting that nine had been completed so far. He described the prevailing situation as a form of major deception.
In a separate section, the discussion turned to unfulfilled promises by Tusk’s government, including the Central Communications Gate project. The emphasis was on improving rail connections to unify the country, reducing transport exclusion, and ensuring that freight profits stay within Poland. The speaker argued that Poland already appeared attractive to foreign investors during the PiS era, and suggested these gains are now under pressure.
The president contended that Donald Tusk’s government had not honored its pledges and tends to critique strategic infrastructure investments. He questioned Poland’s ability to advance without nuclear, low-cost, clean energy, signaling that such energy policies were essential and should not be abandoned. The issue of restoring navigability to the Oder River was raised, with a remark about German perceptions and the practical need for a navigable river to support transport and regional development.
The discussion moved to national ambitions, with the PiS leader arguing that Tusk’s government failed to meet societal goals, notably by suspending CPK investments. Projects tied to Poland’s future, including broad national ambitions, were said to be jeopardized. He advocated for a strong port in Świnoujście, asserting Poland’s need to compete with major European ports, and claimed that the port already contributes more than PLN 40 billion yearly to the state budget. He cautioned that these gains were at risk without political renewal and development momentum.
The speech touched on the forthcoming Green Deal and anticipated energy price increases, arguing that such changes would affect the economy. He described recent steps as pointing to rising costs, including the abolition of VAT on food as a symptom of broader policy shifts. He argued that the current economic climate could threaten living standards and overall growth if power remains centralized away from national priorities and warned against inward-looking economic adjustments under European Union guidelines.
On economic security, the speaker highlighted the protection afforded by earlier government shields, which allegedly buffered the economy, employment, and households. He recounted wage trends that, as he claimed, rose faster than inflation, while acknowledging that increases varied across groups and times. Inflation, in his view, was kept under control when needed, a claim attributed to the central bank’s leadership at the time. He criticized the perceived erosion of shields and warned that energy, water, and fuel prices would rise, potentially dampening production, triggering layoffs, and increasing the cost of living. The discussion also encompassed public finances and the fiscal path ahead.
The leadership argued that some governments projected poverty by suggesting that Polish living standards would stagnate or fall, arguing that the country should aim to elevate living standards to Western European levels. The appeal was made to return to government leadership to reverse these trends.
State security was presented as a core question: what kind of Poland should it be — a nation investing in its armed forces and security, or a country overwhelmed by unrealistic expectations seen in some political circles. The speaker framed the choice as between subordination to external powers or achieving national independence with a strong defense, and urged the audience to consider the path of a secure and resilient Poland. He claimed that the security of the eastern border required vigilance and decisive action, highlighting the presence of armored divisions near the eastern frontier and the role of the 18th mechanized division in Siedlce in defending against eastern threats.
The discussion then shifted to the European Parliament elections, where Kaczyński urged unity among PiS supporters and other United Right groups to counter what he described as harmful propaganda that discredits the party. He urged a shared effort, warning against the impact of what he called deceptive campaigns. He acknowledged that past actions included mistakes but argued that a broader comparison showed greater truth on PiS’s side than the portrayals by opponents. He cited investigations that failed to substantiate major scandals and defended the party against accusations related to Pegasus, Orlen, and other allegations, suggesting that the investigations were politically motivated. He encouraged PiS backers to mobilize for the European elections and emphasized the need for capable, energetic, and occasionally ruthless representatives in Brussels to safeguard Polish interests. He singled out two individuals as example leaders for the European Parliament role and called for trusted allies to stand together in the election race.
The speaker also addressed the importance of safeguarding national sovereignty and decision-making within Europe, arguing that the elections would determine whether Poland would retain control over key aspects such as currency, border defense, and other critical policies. He framed the upcoming term as one where strategic choices would significantly shape Poland’s future, urging national unity and readiness for the political challenges ahead.
This summary reflects the core themes discussed during the Siedlce meeting, including assessments of past governance, national infrastructure, economic strategy, security considerations, and the strategic importance of European Parliament engagement. The statements are presented as part of a broader political narrative intended to mobilize support among party followers and align European policy priorities with national interests. Citations: this overview consolidates remarks attributed to Jarosław Kaczyński and party communications issued during the event. [citation: political party communications]