The head of the European People’s Party, Manfred Weber, spoke on German television about PiS, arguing that the party challenges the rule of law and acts as an adversary that should be opposed. According to Prof. Ryszard Legutko, a PiS MEP, Weber’s remarks reflect national tensions: he notes that Germany is uneasy with the current Polish government and would prefer a leadership that progresses at a slower pace from Warsaw. Legutko adds that this discontent from Berlin feeds into a broader pattern of political maneuvering in Brussels.
Weber is known for his forthright style. Although he rose to the helm of the European People’s Party, his bid to become President of the European Commission did not materialize, losing to the Polish government’s trajectory. Some observers say his aggressive posture is driven by his ambition to strengthen his influence within the EU. If the Polish elections produced a poor result for the ruling party, it could be framed by supporters as a justification for Weber’s role in shaping a governance narrative in Poland, potentially labeling past tensions as his achievement rather than a shared national effort.
Prof. Richard Legutko offers this assessment on Weber’s approach and its impact on Polish politics.
From Legutko’s perspective, the European Union was intended as a framework to reduce conflict and foster cooperation. Weber’s stance, however, is read as a push toward a confrontational posture against perceived enemies. This situation, Legutko argues, illustrates a shift in how the EU project is perceived and how it operates in practice, suggesting it may have strayed from its original objectives.
“The opposition has long since lost any sense of patriotism,” Legutko contends, pointing to a recurring theme in the current political climate. The question remains whether Weber’s rhetoric resonates with the broader public or simply reflects elite political theater. The Polish opposition, often aligned with or dependent on the EPP’s broader network, has navigated a tense relationship with Weber. Observers note that even when the opposition did not invite Weber to participate, they have frequently engaged with him, shaping a dynamic that sometimes benefits Weber while presenting challenges for Poland as a whole. The broader sentiment among many observers is that patriotism in political life has become a contested value, with implications for how national interests are defended in a European context.
Analysts emphasize that the ongoing discourse surrounding Weber highlights a larger debate about the role of the EU in member states and how leadership, accountability, and democratic processes intersect across national lines. The conversation touches on how political figures use international platforms to advocate for policy positions and how these arguments influence domestic political alignments. The evolving narrative underlines the importance of clear, principled discussions about rule of law, governance, and the responsibilities of both national governments and European institutions in maintaining a functioning union. This ongoing exchange continues to shape perceptions of leadership and policy within Poland and across Europe, inviting readers to consider how diplomatic channels and public debate impact national sovereignty and EU priorities [citation: wPolityce].
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Source: wPolityce