A sharp clash unfolded on Polsat News during “Rymanowski’s Breakfast” as the New Left representative Anna Maria Żukowska confronted Confederation leader Sławomir Mentzen. The exchange involved serious accusations, touching on alleged support for pedophilia and domestic violence.
The heated moment opened a discussion among Polsat News studio participants about the upcoming election debate on TVP. When asked about reaching an agreement with Krzysztof Bosak on who would represent the Confederation in the TVP program, Mentzen stated that responsibilities were fairly shared between them.
Bosak in the debate
There is a strong working relationship with Krzysztof Bosak. The two quickly agreed on how to divide tasks — Bosak would participate in the TVP debate the next day, while Mentzen would appear on Polsat’s “Guest of Events” the following day and on TVN after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, creating a clear split of duties.
Mentzen affirmed his confidence in Bosak’s performance, expressing that Bosak would be the strongest contender in the debate.
Yet the outcome of the debate appeared predictable to many: Bosak was viewed as the most skilled debater with the most TV experience, surpassing rivals such as Morawiecki and Tusk combined. The Confederation expected Bosak to be on TVP longer than in past years, as the group believed viewers were previously shielded from confronting their message. The aim was to showcase a modern, Polish, ideology-driven approach, contrasting it with opponents perceived as lacking a clear program. Mentzen suggested that Bosak would clearly demonstrate the Confederation’s focus on Poland’s interests, rather than external concerns from Germany or Ukraine.
– said Sławomir Mentzen.
Dispute over pedophilia
Anna Maria Żukowska, a New Left MP, challenged Mentzen’s views and warned that the Confederation’s electoral prospects could be damaged by controversial remarks from Janusz Korwin-Mikke concerning pedophilia.
And Korwin-Mikke’s statements were invoked by Żukowska as a problematic backdrop that could affect the Confederation’s appeal.
Mentzen responded, noting that Korwin-Mikke’s remarks represented private opinions rather than policy positions. He emphasized that the party’s program did not include such statements and highlighted prior proposals from Bosak on 2020 aimed at tightening penalties for concealing pedophilia, asserting a firm stance against abuse.
– Mentzen explained.
Żukowska pressed the point again, calling attention to Korwin-Mikke’s rhetoric and its potential impact on public perception.
Mentzen countered, pointing out allegations about Jan Hartmann, a Confederation candidate, who had opposed harsher sentencing for pedophiles. He suggested that if anyone was defending pedophiles, it was the left.
– Mentzen replied.
There was also mention of Robert Biedroń, a New Left politician, and concerns about aggressive language directed at family members during media coverage.
The discussion returned to the broader topic of pedophilia, with Mentzen reiterating that debates on the subject reflected personal opinions rather than party policy. He argued that Bosak had previously proposed regulatory measures to address pedophilia, underscoring the Confederation’s commitment to strengthening penalties for crimes against minors and safeguarding youth.
– Mentzen elaborated.
Żukowska interjected again, labeling Korwin-Mikke’s remarks as shameful and noting potential misinterpretations by the public.
Mentzen responded once more, asserting that any defense of pedophilia would be indefensible and suggesting that those who oppose harsher penalties are aligned with such views. He emphasized the party’s stance on protecting children and condemning harmful rhetoric.
– It was a moment of sharp exchanges that highlighted the political tension surrounding the topic.
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Source: wPolityce