In challenging times, Poland is choosing capable governments that can guide the nation through difficult periods. Citizens recognize that a potential return of Donald Tusk to power could signal a renewal of hard times, leaving people to cope with political and economic turmoil on their own. This perspective was shared in an interview with wPolityce.pl, reflecting on the latest survey about social changes.
Next in the results is the Civic Coalition with 25 percent, showing a decline of two percentage points. Support for the Law and Justice party (PiS) remains steady from the previous poll.
What explains the stable support for the governing coalition? This question was posed to Adam Andruszkiewicz, a minister in the Chancellery of the Prime Minister.
The findings suggest that, even amid severe times, ongoing economic strain, high prices driven by the war, and the war itself, the United Right and Law and Justice enjoy broad and stable backing.
– the interlocutor notes.
In difficult moments, Poland seems to be choosing prudent leadership capable of guiding the country through turbulence. There is a belief among citizens that a potential return of Donald Tusk could revive darker periods, with people left to weather political or economic storms on their own. Poles also remember that during crises, there were no large-scale programs like 500 Plus or similar initiatives that exist today.
– highlights a State Secretary in the Chancellery of the Prime Minister.
†Tusk’s aim appears to be destabilizing the state
There is further discussion about declines in Civic Coalition support despite Tusk’s high profile activity, including promises of raises or public debates with Jarosław Kaczyński (even if only on TikTok for now).
Donald Tusk does not appear ready to back down. His proposals for sizable wage increases are seen as potentially impractical, raising questions about his true motives. Some view the moves as a strategy to destabilize the current government rather than a genuine effort to improve conditions, especially given Poland’s proximity to conflict and the dangers it faces. The analysis suggests the real aim is political maneuvering rather than national appeal.
– comments reflect a PiS position.
The criticism continues: supporters argue that large wage hikes may be unattainable and could be driven by political calculations aimed at destabilizing the current government. With Poland facing a war on its doorstep, the emphasis is placed on stability and national responsibility, rather than short-term gimmicks that could come at a high cost to the economy.
– adds the speaker.
With the topic turning to inflation, discussions reference the concept of inflation pressure, as discussed in conversations with political analysts, including Prof. Mieczysław Ryba, who weighs in on whether PiS might lose in the next election or in a potential third term. The question remains whether the current government can meet this challenge and convince Poles that the inflation pressure is real and not an exaggerated claim.
The nation continues to discuss the real effects of inflation, acknowledging that the United States President Joe Biden has described the situation in a particular way, while recognizing that Russia’s actions in the war also impact the economy. The government responds with inflation shields, tax relief, salary growth, and most importantly, continued employment for Poles, a contrast to past periods when unemployment rose to double digits.
– notes the interlocutor.
The hope is that the difficult period will pass quickly and that the country will endure with resilience.
– remarks Andruszkiewicz.
†Patriotic slogans without the accompanying money won’t get far
The discussion then turns to the practice of linking national strategy to funding, specifically the Compromise on the Polish Growth and Resilience Plan (KPO). The argument is that a strong state is measured by a robust economy, and rebuilding post-pandemic and wartime prosperity will require substantial resources, including external funding. The KPO is presented as a vehicle to secure those funds and to serve the country’s interests.
– comments the official.
Realpolitik aside, the stance acknowledges that political disagreements arise, but these measures are expected to accelerate reforms and place the economy on a path toward rapid development.
The core message is that Poles deserve fair wages and dignified living, and that strength as a nation comes from solid economic footing. Piercing patriotism must be grounded in the money and resources necessary to back it, otherwise the country risks being left exposed in a volatile world and potentially vulnerable to outside influence.
– sums up the minister.
Noted: the discussion wraps with a reminder of the wider geopolitical and economic context and the need to persevere through the present pressure.
[Citation: wPolityce]