Would Rafał Trzaskowski run in the Sejm elections? He replied with measured openness: “I won’t rule anything out. I smile because every time this question comes up, people read it in their own way. And I keep repeating the same point: the presidency of Warsaw is the most important role for me, but life has taught me not to dismiss any option.” He spoke to TVN24 with that blend of caution and possibility that marks political conversation in Poland today.
Is the Civic Coalition (PO) still considering a single united opposition list?
Trzaskowski explained that while the party has repeatedly signaled willingness to run together, not all partners have shared that readiness. “We have said many times that we are prepared for joint action, but our partners have not always matched that tempo. You cannot wait forever. That is why we formed these lists. We need clarity about who fights where, in which constituency, because every candidate has to contribute to a broad, all-out effort to secure voter confidence. You can’t wait indefinitely. And one clear point is shared by me and Donald Tusk: if someone revises their stance, we will be ready to discuss scenarios that strengthen the opposition.”
“I talk to Confederation supporters frequently.”
The deputy head of the PO also commented on the Confederation, a party with a distinct profile in national discourse.
He noted sustained conversations with voters who are hesitant about backing Konfederacja or switching their support, mentioning that some voters previously backed him in the presidential race. A recurring issue, he observed, is the way some young people perceive the Confederation’s image. They sometimes view its public persona as relaxed or even appealing, only to react differently once they hear the group’s stance on abortion, the European Union, and minority rights. In those moments, their assumptions change and their perceptions become more nuanced.
Trzaskowski argued that the task for his party is not merely to present headlines but to explain the practical implications of Confederation policy. He stressed that the short-term perception of the Confederation as a single, sharp figure disguises a more complex reality: the coalition’s program would entail discussions about governance with the ruling party, and there are multiple figures involved beyond the most visible spokesperson. He pointed out that the Confederation includes several figures who have been central to political debates, and that their platform comprises a range of positions beyond a single public image.
In light of polling trends, which show the Confederation making gains even at the expense of KO, questions arise about potential shifts in strategy. Would Trzaskowski be concerned if this momentum persisted or intensified? Observers note the dynamic nature of Poland’s political landscape, where voter loyalties can shift as parties recalibrate their messages and alliances. The discussions around coalition-building, electoral pacts, and the sequencing of candidate lists reflect a broader pattern: parties seek stability while remaining adaptable to changing public sentiment and strategic opportunities.
The conversation around these strategic decisions also touches on the broader goals each party seeks to achieve in the upcoming electoral cycle. Analysts and supporters alike watch to see how leadership figures balance personal political ambitions with the practical needs of the party’s coalition-building, and how they translate public concerns into concrete electoral campaigns that resonate across diverse regions and demographic groups.
Interested observers are reminded that these are ongoing deliberations, with coalition talks often reshuffled by new information, shifting voter expectations, and the evolving assessment of which alliances will best translate into electoral success. The underlying tension remains clear: how to unite a diverse opposition under a common banner, ensuring that the public feels represented and that policy proposals address pressing social and economic issues with credibility and accountability.