One opposition list
Włodzimierz Czarzasty, co-chair of the Left, suggested in RMF 24 that it would be easier to beat PiS if the entire opposition, consisting of four parties, contested the local elections together. He stated that the Left aims for around 10 percent of votes, which would prevent PiS from governing in any local assembly.
The idea of a single opposition slate
When asked about the Left running independently in the local elections, Czarzasty conceded that joining forces with the other opposition groups would likely yield a stronger outcome against PiS. He noted that a joint approach by four parties could secure a more decisive victory than separate campaigns.
For its part, Civic Platform assessed that it could win enough votes to produce a satisfactory result. The party suggested that a joint effort would likely have produced an even better result, thanks to the workings of the D’Hondt method.
Initially Szymon Hołownia and Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz decided to run together. The Civic Platform viewed this alignment as a path to a stronger overall result, implying that solidarity among the main opposition forces could have yielded a better outcome.
Czarzasty’s 10 percent projection
Czarzasty asserted that if the left secures around 10 percent of votes, PiS would not govern in any local assemblies. He emphasized that securing 10 percent is the practical goal to block PiS control.
His stance was clear: the focus is on achieving that 10 percent threshold.
The municipal elections are scheduled for Sunday, April 7, with the second round for local heads, mayors, and city presidents on April 21.
Funding discussions for KPO
Czarzasty was also asked about KPO funds for Poland, which Donald Tusk pledged to release after parliamentary elections. He expressed concern that the funds had not yet reached the country, noting that his group had voted in favor of the KPO money. He added that a coalition meeting had provided information that the financial resources would soon be sent to Poland.
He warned, in a calm assessment, that the Polish PiS legislation is broad and there is more to undo than initially thought. When asked when the first tranches might arrive, he suggested a timeline of about a month.
Abortion law and the Third Way
The conversation touched on the left’s policy on abortion. Czarzasty stated that work on this issue faced blockage from the Third Way. He proposed moving these projects to a formal committee for expedited consideration and stressed the need for swift action.
He added that the left would strive to secure a majority on these issues, but acknowledged that it would be very difficult until it holds about 15 to 17 percent in the Sejm, citing obstacles from PSL and Polska 2050 as clear impediments from their point of view.
CPK and central communications port
The deputy marshal addressed the central communications port, noting that large investments always generate early controversy. He expressed a readiness to support the project, awaiting the audit by Mr. Lasek, and indicated he trusted the results. He believed the project could make sense economically, especially in terms of railway and transportation links, and emphasized the importance of political continuity.
He cautioned against rushing judgments on this matter, arguing that it is reasonable to consider the transport aspects and the airport implications as part of a thoughtful review.
On this topic, he urged friends not to voice premature opinions, suggesting that the project could be sensible when viewed through a practical transportation lens and that it deserves careful consideration.