Mateusz Morawiecki weighed in on the situation surrounding MPs Mariusz Kamiński and Maciej Wąsik, while also addressing the question of who might lead the Law and Justice party in the future. Speaking on Radio Zet, he argued that once Kamiński and Wąsik are released from prison, they will be eligible to participate in Sejm votes again. The former prime minister emphasized that their right to sit and vote in the House of Representatives should be restored, and he indicated a desire to see them reintroduced to the Sejm as soon as possible.
He stated that there would be no confrontation with the Marshal Guard. Instead, they would present documentation demonstrating their compliance with the law and express hope that the law would be applied so that the two politicians, who feel their mandates were unjustly taken away, could exercise their rights once more.
“Protest against free Poland”
Morawiecki also commented on the events of the previous day, when a demonstrative march took place. He noted that estimates of attendance varied significantly between outlets, pointing to the German portal Onet’s figure of 120,000 as a potential undercount, suggesting that the real turnout could be well over 200,000. He added that if one counted all participants who were on the roads as well as those who were on buses that were halted and could not reach the event, the numbers would be even higher.
Despite bitter frost and snow, supporters came from across Poland to participate in what he described as the March of the Free Poles. He expressed gratitude to all who joined and stood in solidarity during the march, which underscored a sense of national unity among the participants.
During the gathering, a banner bearing the slogan “The Red Crow” emerged in the crowd. When asked whether this metaphor referred to Donald Tusk and whether he should be called by that title, Morawiecki affirmed the relevance of the image, saying that the metaphor captured how, in his view, freedoms had been curtailed in a short time. He asserted that within a month liberties had been taken away, underscoring his perspective on current political dynamics.
The host then pressed Morawiecki about Jarosław Kaczyński’s potential retirement and whether Morawiecki would seek to lead PiS. Morawiecki expressed a desire for Kaczyński to remain at the helm for as long as possible to keep the party united. He also stated his own willingness to participate in the leadership contest if the opportunity arose. He concluded with a clear yes, indicating that he would indeed like to compete for the party leadership if given the chance.
The discussion touched on political strategy, legislative actions, and the broader implications for party cohesion and governance. Morawiecki’s remarks paint a picture of a political landscape where rule of law, electoral mandates, and the unity of PiS are central themes, with key figures weighing leadership futures against the ongoing quest for a stable mandate and public support.
— mly/Radio Put
Source: wPolityce