Donald Tusk urged supporters to take to the streets on June 4. Marta Lempart, known for her provocative style, confirmed she would take part in the demonstration. Dorota Łosiewicz questioned Krzysztof Śmiszek, a left-wing member of parliament, during a broadcast on wPolsce.pl. The conversation also touched on inflation and its possible causes.
Left and Tusk’s march
What is Krzysztof Śmiszek planning for Sunday, June 4? He indicated that his attendance at Tusk’s march is uncertain.
“I probably know what I will do on June 3 — I will be in Wrocław for the Equality March, a celebration of tolerance and acceptance of diversity. And on June 4, I may return to Warsaw and perhaps participate in a march organized by the widely understood PO. I will see,” stated Śmiszek.
Asked whether voters from the left would join the event, the politician noted that some probably would, but emphasized that the opposition needs to show it can unite and ready itself to govern from the opposition to Law and Justice.
“I think some will participate. The elections are approaching, and this is the final leg before the vote when parties on the right and on the progressive side start to campaign aggressively. Any initiative from the opposition that demonstrates unity and cooperation is welcome. Before June 4, there is also June 3, which I mentioned, and May 1, when the left, together with unions, typically organizes a march in defense of workers’ rights amid high prices and inflation caused by the PiS government. We should appear at every event, even if it is organized by someone else, to show openness to cooperation not only before the elections but also after, when the aim is to shape the government,” the MP said.
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Inflation and responsibility
Dorota Łosiewicz asked Śmiszek who should be blamed for inflation in the European Union and the United States.
Śmiszek acknowledged objective and external factors but argued that the current level of inflation and high prices were worsened by the failures of the PiS government.
According to Śmiszek, inflation in Poland would be lower if funds from the KPO, intended for investment, had been disbursed. When asked how much lower inflation could be, he replied, “In our calculations, about 3-4 percent. That translates into meaningful savings for Poland’s poorest residents. The inflation rate could be lower if EU funds reached Poland, but it would still be high if energy companies like Orlen posted record profits. High margins keep energy firms happy, the state budget benefits from company dividends, and the government can announce more programs.”
Śmiszek added that the situation is worsened by what he called the exploitation of energy markets and the broader economic framework. The discussion led to a sharp exchange about whether a state-owned company should profit in this way, drawing strong responses.
Łosiewicz reminded him that inflation is also linked to the Covid-19 pandemic and the border situation caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but Śmiszek argued that the government’s failures and the related financial dynamics play a major role. He claimed that energy prices and corporate behavior contribute to general price levels, affecting everyday life for drivers and households across the country.
Discourse on strategy
When asked whether Tusk is organizing a march to sidestep direct dialogue with the opposition and settle disputes by force, Śmiszek answered that the opposition should avoid forcing a single, unified stance. “The opposition is diverse. The days of consensus on every issue are gone. The goal is healthy competition, not forced unity. Different parties will remain distinct, and that is acceptable,” he noted.
The dialogue also touched on questions about a joint opposition list and the possibility of replacing Donald Tusk with Rafał Trzaskowski. Additional updates were available on wPolsce.pl.
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“Don’t you want to participate anymore?” suggested Tusk’s controversial appearance: “Inflation is raging. The most expensive mayonnaise, eggs and kukiz.” The online storm followed. “Hypocrite,” some critics added.
Source: wPolityce