In Białystok, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz spoke against rudeness, fraud, deprivation of Poles, plunder, community destruction, and hate. He condemned the actions of the previous PiS government over eight years, saying they eroded values and broke trust among neighbors and families.
The Third Way held its electoral convention in Białystok with leaders from the parties forming the alliance present, including Polski 2050 and PSL. Szymon Hołownia, president of Polski 2050, and Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, deputy prime minister and head of the Ministry of National Defense, participated as key figures guiding the movement.
We are ahead of the calendar
Opening the meeting, Kosiniak-Kamysz emphasized that the Third Road reaches every Polish city, no matter how small. He noted that the party now steers key ministries and works on behalf of the three million voters who supported the Third Way.
He described the Third Way as being responsible for national security and the economy, and he added that the alliance stands for governance that focuses on results rather than conflict. The Polish 2050 leader echoed this view, stressing that the Third Way is not about hatreds or political battles but about addressing issues that matter to people today.
Hołownia affirmed that the Third Way represents peace, moderation, and stability in government. He said the party has delivered twelve guarantees for four years and, after the first hundred days of government, they are ahead of schedule, having achieved more than initially expected.
The discussion included a note about upcoming local elections scheduled for April 7 and the expectation that the final vote would take place in the following year during the presidential race. The PSL leader pointed out that the government alone cannot change the country for the better and highlighted the importance of municipal elections in shaping policy at the local level.
We voted for a better Poland
The campaign narrative underscored that elections extend beyond a single date; they mark the start of a broader effort to reform and improve governance. Kosiniak-Kamysz called for continued focus on cooperation, normalcy, and fairness as a path to a stronger Poland, and he reaffirmed the commitment to engage in forthcoming local elections and the national presidential contest next year.
The coalition between the Third Way and its partners was framed as a response to a decade of dissatisfaction with the status quo. The leader of the People’s Party argued that a successful transformation requires more than a single government and called for sustained collaboration to deliver tangible improvements for citizens. Local governance and municipal elections were highlighted as critical steps in implementing the coalition’s program.
Kosiniak-Kamysz revisited the critique of the past administration, detailing how divisions and distrust were created at the community level. He asserted that the country deserves a governance approach centered on unity, security, and practical results rather than rhetoric. He stressed that the coalition would not imitate past missteps and promised a principled course that keeps faith with the public commitments made during the campaign.
We are different from them
The discussion then turned to political accountability. Kosiniak-Kamysz highlighted the difficult decisions that had to be made earlier and described how those choices faced significant opposition. He praised Hołownia for promoting open parliamentary dialogue and giving a stronger voice to opposition parties during a period of political friction. The message was clear: the Third Way would not mirror past tactics but would pursue principled governance with transparency and debate.
Many voices in the room emphasized that there is no place for equating the actions of the current coalition with those of past governments. The message was a call for accountability and a reminder that voters will not forgive parties that deviate from their campaign promises or betray the trust placed in them in the elections.
The discussion concluded with a reaffirmation of cooperation, unity within the European Union, and a focus on security and policies that matter to ordinary citizens. The leaders spoke about the need to stay true to their shared values, to respect regional differences, and to advance development, economic policy, and social programs in tandem. The Third Way coalition stressed that it would act in concert with friends from KO and the left and would pursue common ground in policy areas where there is broad consensus. The message was one of staying focused on constructive work and avoiding unnecessary disputes. The coalition urged the public to remember the choice voters made for cooperation and steady progress, and to move forward with determination and purpose.
The emphasis remained on unity, resilience, and practical policy that serves the everyday lives of Poles as the coalition continues to evolve and strengthen its platform for the years ahead.
Endnote: the coverage reflects ongoing reporting on the Third Way and its activities in Poland, as observed by independent observers and noted by trusted regional outlets.