The leaders indicated that a consensus is still needed on who will occupy the roles of Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Speaker of the Senate, and Speaker of the Sejm. They stressed that a final decision requires agreement among all political formations involved in the opposition coalition.
Recently, after a meeting of the Civic Platform’s National Council, the head of the KO club announced that the board had authorized Donald Tusk, the head of the Civic Platform, to begin coalition negotiations with Third Way and the Left. This move publicly confirms that Donald Tusk is the Civic Platform’s candidate for the office of Prime Minister should the opposition form a government.
During a TVN24 interview, Kosiniak-Kamysz was asked whether Tusk is the opposition’s candidate for prime minister. He replied that the opposition would name its candidates for Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Speaker of the Senate, and Speaker of the Sejm in a united manner and that he would not deviate from the collective stance of the coalition.
Is Tusk the only option for the opposition?
In response to suggestions from other opposition figures that Donald Tusk would become the candidate for Prime Minister, Kosiniak-Kamysz emphasized unity: the coalition would speak with one voice. When pressed about whether any agreement has been reached, he answered simply that it has not yet been decided and that all political formations must agree, noting the need for a clear distribution of responsibilities.
The emphasis was on mutual respect for voters and for the diverse parties within the coalition. He underlined that the alliance would stay cohesive and refrain from rushing to conclusions, maintaining solidarity across the opposition.
Asked whether a name would be announced during the opposition parties’ joint statement on Tuesday, Kosiniak-Kamysz said that the group would first meet and then reveal its decision. He pointed out that sincerity and trust between partners are essential, and he personally held confidence that his partners shared that view.
Regarding a possible meeting with the president, he said the message would be about forming a majority capable of electing the Sejm and Senate chairs, and ultimately establishing a government led by the Prime Minister. The focus remained on collaboration rather than individual declarations.
Working together stands as the priority
When asked whether a specific name would be provided, Kosiniak-Kamysz acknowledged that the decision had not been made. He stressed that the parties planned to meet the next morning to discuss and define their joint approach and to move forward as a united front.
He also touched on the issue of institutional reform, noting that the anti-corruption framework should remain independent and non-political. He expressed support for a dedicated anti-corruption body while insisting it must operate free of political influence.
One of the first actions he envisaged for the new Sejm was the creation of a commission to examine lower jurisprudence and to investigate misconduct allegations involving the ruling party. He argued that a thorough review of eight years of developments is needed to restore trust and accountability.
The statements reflected a broader aim: to clear the air, ensure accountability, and present a united front before the voters. The PSL chair described a path toward transparent cooperation and a well-structured plan for the opposition, built on joint decisions and shared responsibility.
Overall, the talks signaled a commitment to collective leadership within the opposition, with a willingness to align on core positions while maintaining the integrity of their alliance. The leadership stressed that the conversation is about governance, not just personalities, and about delivering a coherent program for the next government.
In closing, the emphasis remained on collaboration, mutual trust, and a careful, measured approach to naming the candidates. The opposition intends to proceed with a united message and a clear, disciplined plan for the changes they seek to implement in the Polish political system.
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