Over the past year Poland witnessed a three‑party government formed by the Civic Coalition, Third Way, and the Left. Analysts often note that the left bears many concessions in such arrangements, and its signature goals, like liberalizing abortion rules or enabling civil partnerships, have not materialized. There is little sign they will pass during this Sejm term. For readers in Canada and the United States, the dynamic may feel familiar: coalition politics frequently trade reforms for budget realities, leaving core voters hoping for clearer commitments.
The black one is happy
Nonetheless, Włodzimierz Czarzasty, a leading figure on the Left, told TVN24 that his side judged the moment correctly.
We as left‑wing parties are satisfied with these ten months.
– he said.
Dissatisfied voters
Razem leader Adrian Zandberg did not hide his view that the coalition gained power with support from some who now feel let down.
The point is that voters who backed change a year ago are not satisfied with the pace of progress, he argued.
– he said in the Tłit WP.pl program.
Journalist Michał Wróblewski noted that polls still show a modest level of backing for the left, around seven percent.
He added that many voters speak directly with activists and community members, saying the promises made a year earlier have not moved forward. They want tangible steps and visible reforms, not rhetoric alone.
– he emphasized.
Tusk – dictator
Adrian Zandberg avoided commenting on the left’s leaders, Robert Biedroń and Włodzimierz Czarzasty, and turned the focus to policy and the decision-makers, notably Prime Minister Tusk.
He said a realistic view is needed and that final outcomes hinge on the budget plan crafted by the prime minister and the government’s finance team. In Poland, he noted, the prime minister holds decisive authority within the cabinet.
– he said.
Razem is not in the coalition
The politician stressed that it was no coincidence that his party did not join the government.
It was not signed because the coalition agreement lacks security guarantees. Without specifics on spending and priorities, the most powerful decisions rest with the prime minister and the finance minister, and that is how things stand now, he argued.
I can say openly that this budget bill needs major changes because it does not address the core problems.
– he assessed.