In the latest issue of the weekly publication Sieci, the editors scrutinize statements made by the leader of the Civic Platform, suggesting that some remarks depart from verified facts. The cover text previews a critical take, noting a tour and moments of confusion, with a claim that deliberate, cold use of misinformation is at the center of the feature. The issue offers a close reading of a speech to identify statements that do not align with known facts and to illustrate the scope of what the editors describe as misleading rhetoric.
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All of Tusk’s alleged misstatements
The weekly article by Marek Pyza highlights statements attributed to Donald Tusk during a gathering in Żywiec, arguing that a number of claims diverged from verifiable information. The piece notes that the head of the Civic Platform appears resistant to yielding influence to other parties, while the envisioned third term for Law and Justice gains traction. The author suggests that the strategic use of eristic tactics and rhetorical misdirection has become a primary tool in the communication style presented.
The article by Pyza also discusses a video released by Tusk a fortnight earlier. In that material, the politician compared current retail costs with those from 2015, underscoring rising prices during the PiS era. Pyza adds commentary on how online readers cross-checked these numbers and found that the leader of the Civic Platform not only overstated several figures but also calculated how much pork chops a minimum wage earner could purchase then versus now, given prevailing wages and prices under different administrations.
Several claims about the construction project known as the STH are also examined. The piece questions assertions that hundreds of millions of zlotys were wasted, presenting a response that challenges the notion of misallocation. The report quotes the Supreme Audit Office as noting that expenses aligned with the approved financial plan and did not exceed the updated projections, suggesting the investment met the expected scale and scope according to the official review published earlier this year.
“Dworczyk was targeted by foreign services”
An interview conducted by editors Jacek and Michał Karnowscy with Minister Janusz Cieszyński, the Government Plenipotentiary for Cybersecurity, sheds light on the so-called Dworczyk emails. The interview frame presents those emails as part of a broader effort to undermine a politician who has long supported Ukrainian freedom and who faced travel restrictions to Russia and Belarus due to those activities. Cieszyński positions the former head of the Prime Minister’s Office as a central figure in coordinating Polish aid to Ukraine.
The piece notes that the targeted individual was the subject of a security operation believed to have been planned from the outset by Russian and Belarusian intelligence services. This perspective is shared by several European cybersecurity organizations. In a joint EU statement under a framework described as Cyber Diplomacy Toolbox, these services are cited as being involved in cyber attacks, including those aimed at Poland. The report also points to a similar pattern in the case of content referring to President Daniel Obajtek, and remarks on measures taken to reduce Poland’s energy dependence on Russia as a reason for external reaction.
The editors record the view that the government can navigate changes stemming from electoral law amendments. They describe ongoing work to assemble the Central Electoral Register using internal resources and to deploy an application based on centralized registers. A development plan with experienced private partners is cited as a means to make elections more transparent and to safeguard freedom and democracy.
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“We wanted to honor the merits of John Paul II”
The magazine also features an interview with Dorota Łosiewicz, who speaks with Marek Sawicki, Deputy Chairman of the Coalition Poland Parliamentary Club (PSL, UED, Conservatives). Sawicki recalls the PSL’s commitment to recognizing the Polish pope and notes that the party introduced a resolution highlighting Karol Wojtyła’s contributions. The discussion touches on the broader historical impact of John Paul II, arguing that his leadership influenced movements for renewal in Poland and shaped perspectives during Poland’s EU accession referendum. The piece invites historians to engage with archival material, urging researchers to approach the subject with rigor rather than familiarity.
The interview includes a question about the electoral threshold. Sawicki outlines confidence that an alliance with Poland 2050 could be formed as a coalition and emphasizes that the 8 percent bar poses a challenge that the two parties are prepared to meet. He also cites public support for the PSL’s housing program, as measured by a national survey, and describes a broad political campaign across the country. He emphasizes that public belief in the program can surpass allegiance to party names or factions, arguing that the proposed program provides a solid foundation for a political project.
He asserts the need to travel the country to engage voters, noting the PSL’s ongoing activity with many meetings since January. The overall tone conveys conviction that the policy proposals will resonate with voters and help advance their common agenda.
What else is in the new issue of Sieci?
The magazine also highlights articles by Stanisław Janecki, Jakub Augustyn Maciejewski, Jan Rokita, Aleksandra Rybińska, and others. A particular focus is given to an interview with Dominik Tarczynski, a member of the Law and Justice party in the European Parliament, who discusses strategies for addressing political opponents. The piece also revisits archival materials to illustrate how intelligence services affected historical figures.
Additionally, readers will find weekly opinion columns by Krzysztof Feusette, Bronisław Wildstein, Andrzej Rafał Potocki, Marta Kaczyńska-Zielińska, Samuel Pereira, Jan Pospieszalski, Jan Pietrzak, and Dominik Zdort. The new issue promises further in-depth analysis for subscribers of the Sieci weekly magazine.
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