A Polish journalist, Tytus Hołdys, who works for RMF Classic and is the son of renowned musician Zbigniew Hołdys, recently voiced criticism on X about Bartłomiej Sienkiewicz, the head of the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, and his approach to transforming public media. Afterward, Hołdys removed the post and limited who could view his tweets.
There is a dispute over whether the liquidators appointed for TVP and Polish Radio by the ministry head can be registered in the National Court Register. Some judges have not allowed these appointments to be entered, and observers say Sienkiewicz proceeds with the liquidation in a way that disrupts smaller local radio stations.
Why call it out and then back away
Tytus Hołdys, a journalist with RMF Classic and Zbigniew Hołdys’s son, recently expressed clear discontent with the tactics used to take control of the public media, focusing on governance rather than on his father’s artistic career. The critique centered on process and transparency rather than on artistic work alone.
In a response to the situation, some argued that in a stable democracy, leadership would step down or be urged to resign to restore trust. The call was for changes to be implemented in a manner that would satisfy judicial scrutiny and public accountability, ensuring no doubts linger about the legality of actions taken. The reaction was expressed as strong disappointment and a sense of missed opportunity.
– the message on X concluded with a sharp note of complaint.
Why did the reference to Sienkiewicz’s dismissal disappear?
It remains unclear whether Hołdys altered his stance or received substantive feedback from supporters of a broadly pro‑public sentiment, often described as a populist coalition. Politicians and reporters have noted that the mention was removed from the profile over time.
What caused the post to vanish remains a matter of speculation and discussion, with theories ranging from personal decision to corrections in public discourse.
The episode has raised questions about online behavior, moderation, and how voices in the media landscape are maintained or suppressed in the moment of political tension.
The concerns about the post’s removal are part of a wider pattern in which some updates to online profiles are no longer visible to the general audience. This move has led to scrutiny from observers who track media accountability and freedom of expression in the digital space.
Notably, Hołdys has adjusted his profile privacy settings so that future posts are visible only to followers who choose to grant access. This change has sparked debate about transparency and the potential chilling effect on public discourse.
The profile of Tytus Hołdys shows the altered privacy configuration, signaling a shift in how information is shared publicly and who can engage with it.
Was Hołdys swept away by a wave of national sentiment often depicted with red and white hearts, or did other forces influence the shift in his public communications? The discussion continues in media circles and online debates.
Source: wPolityce