In remarks about the ruling party, Marcin Mastalerek, an adviser to the president, criticized Donald Tusk for governing the party as if under an authoritarian rule since its inception. He labeled Tusk’s leadership as the biggest fraud in Polish politics, asserting that a self-styled democrat has steered PO with relentless elimination of political opponents and former allies, a claim tied to his long-standing perception of power dynamics within the party.
New minister in the President’s Chancellery
During an interview with Bogdan Rymanowski, Mastalerek indicated that the president had informed colleagues about appointing a new minister to the President’s Chancellery. He emphasized that a formal announcement would come the following week, and that the decision about who would occupy the post rested entirely with the president.
He added that the timing and the identity of the appointee would be determined by the president himself, noting that the president would make the call when the moment was right.
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As additional context, the interview referenced potential consultations with various committees in the coming days, described as separate meetings that would be scheduled in due course.
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The minister in the President’s Chancellery was described as a figure who would not be rushed, with the president reportedly resisting external pressure and navigating an unusual time frame.
There was also mention of the possibility that the new appointment could set the tone for future parliamentary interactions, with a focus on measured, deliberate moves rather than hasty decisions.
Tusk’s nervous posture and shifting alliances
The president’s adviser highlighted what he portrayed as Donald Tusk’s anxious insistence on pushing the opposition to quickly accept the responsibility of forming a government. Mastalerek suggested that Tusk’s jitters might reflect awareness that some left-leaning parties could dissent from his leadership, particularly if the electoral clock continues to tick while coalition dynamics shift.
He commented that the longer the period after elections, the more apparent it becomes that enthusiasm wanes, and that some partners may recall campaign positions. The adviser cited statements by Razem party members such as Paulina Matysiak and Adrian Zandberg indicating skepticism about Tusk’s autumn leadership and the possibility of a veto by Razem on the formation issue. The implication was that growing dissent among left-wing factions could complicate Tusk’s path to the premiership.
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When asked whether Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, leader of PSL, might be a more suitable prime minister than Donald Tusk, Mastalerek suggested that Kosiniak-Kamysz would indeed be a stronger match for the role. He argued that Kosiniak-Kamysz is generally more open and, in practical terms, better at coordinating work within the Sejm and fostering cooperation across factions.
He also reiterated the claim that Tusk had governed PO in an authoritative manner since the party’s founding, labeling it a systemic misrepresentation of democratic ideals by a leader who had sidelined opponents and former allies from the outset.
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The discussion then touched on the first Sejm session and the questions surrounding who would serve as senior marshal to preside over it. According to a report in Onet, contenders included Jarosław Kaczyński, Antoni Macierewicz, and Ryszard Terlecki.
In closing, Mastalek offered his own speculation: if he were to make a prediction, it would point to a choice that differed from the current expectations.
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Within the broader political discourse, several items of analysis circulated, including references to potential agriculture, economic, and development ministries. The conversations hinted at shifting power arrangements and the strategic calculations underway as parties weigh their options.
— The unfolding conversations and strategic positions were captured through contemporary political commentary and reporting from Radio ZET and other outlets.
These discussions reflect the evolving nature of coalition-building and leadership dynamics in the country, as observers assess who might lead the government and how party loyalties could influence future policy directions.