Anna Kwiecień, a member of Parliament from Law and Justice, told wPolityce.pl that a stronger submissiveness and colonial mentality toward Russia than what Tusk and Sikorski showed at the time is simply unseen.
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“He is completely misinformed, especially in economics.”
During MeetUp, Donald Tusk, leader of the Civic Platform, called Adam Glapiński, head of the National Bank of Poland, a “comedian.” The former prime minister also challenged PiS president Jarosław Kaczyński, whose remarks on LGBT issues he compared to a message drafted long ago in the Kremlin. These remarks were delivered in a context of self-governance policy discussions.
We sought comment from PiS MP Anna Kwiecień on Tusk’s statements.
According to the interviewee, Donald Tusk is desperate to win voters and repeatedly targets his opponents with harsh attacks. The criticism extends to economic performance, with claims of mismanagement from his eight years in power and a cited OECD VAT-gap figure of 256 billion PLN.
Our interlocutor notes that when the government changed hands, the tax system was extremely tight. Poland, she says, faced notable fiscal strain, and during the PO-PSL era it deteriorated further, sliding backward in competitiveness. The point centers on evaluating the competence of figures like Prof. Glapiński or other heads of institutions.
On the LGBT topic, the stance has always been to respect every individual, echoing statements from President Jarosław Kaczyński. The position remains that no exceptional rights should be created for specific narrow groups, while ensuring that all Poles can respect differing viewpoints. LGBT parades take place in Poland, and no ban exists, but indoctrination or the imposition of beliefs on others is not supported.
April comments.
Who is Pro-Russian?
Donald Tusk again compared PiS policies to those associated with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Is such a comparison fair?
There are claims that PO-PSL once embraced a more pro-Russian stance, supported by documents and archived footage of speeches about a “new opening” with Russia and forming a “new alliance.” Critics point to the Smolensk anniversary coverage and the handling of the investigation, arguing that the approach differed when the topic involved Russia.
“Donald Tusk’s conduct would align with pro-Russian policies in many people’s view,” says a commentator from wPolityce.pl.
According to PiS MPs, the party has opposed Russia through support for Ukraine, aid shipments, and detaining families fleeing conflict. Proposals were reportedly discussed under Tusk’s leadership for a controversial gas contract that drew scrutiny from Brussels.
Plans mentioned included a Baltic energy strategy and Poland’s LNG independence, alongside other indicators the PiS MP cites as a contrast to Tusk’s approach. Ambassadors’ briefings during significant events are cited as further proof cited by supporters of PiS.
“Tusk’s approach is seen by some as vague on Russia, while PiS’s stance is clear—Poland should stand firm with Ukrainian allies against aggression,” the interviewee adds.
The pro-Russian narrative, she notes, contrasts with the stance of the current government, which has pursued projects like the Baltic Pipeline and LNG terminals to diversify energy sources. The discussion also touches on how the government would respond in a Russian attack on Ukraine, as evaluated by Anna Kwiecień.
“Tusk Detests Honest People”
The PO leader stated a willingness to work with lawyer Roman Giertych among others, while criticizing potential left-liberal coalition partners for cooperating with PiS and Kaczyński.
According to the interviewee, Tusk has surrounded himself with figures like Mr. Nowak and Mr. Graś, and the remark about Mr. Giertych does not come as a surprise. The characterization is that Tusk harbors a strong aversion toward those who act in Poland’s best interest.
Not stated here by name, the interlocutor notes that this claim aligns with a broader critique of Tusk’s leadership style.
Source: wPolityce