It is worth listening carefully to President Jarosław Kaczyński’s remarks at the gathering of Gazeta Polska Clubs. This marks the initial assessment of the election results, offered quickly for practical reasons, and it also signals a plan for what comes next.
In the view presented, three themes stand out as the most significant.
First, the opposition, taken as a whole, won by tapping into emotions and hostility, echoing a familiar pattern from the year 2007. Emotions that are artificial or manufactured, rather than a clear program or performance, seem to have steered the outcome. The right must find ways to pierce through these informational and aesthetic bubbles, and must also recognize that Poland is undergoing meaningful change – a change partly driven by good governance. Although this last thread deserves deeper discussion, because the ideological dispute is so sharp that it is not obvious how to proceed. The conclusion points to seeking a new language for political communication.
Second, difficult times lie ahead, including the need for swift, decisive actions that defend fundamental principles and shield vulnerable groups from consequences. The speaker welcomes the reminder of this necessity and urges everyone to recognize it now. At stake is democracy itself: alongside media, business, local governments, and the judiciary, the camp of the Third Polish Republic wields governmental power, granting it substantial influence over reality in the absence of a robust counterbalance – save for the president if he chooses to assume that role.
Third, courage must be coupled with wisdom and efficiency.
The approach should be pursued with resolve, even in a disciplined, orderly fashion. There is a willingness to acknowledge past lapses in organization and formation, yet confidence remains in the ability to act. The collective effort, dating back to the club’s earliest gathering just before the Sejm session began, is framed as a strategic starting point.
– emphasized President Jarosław Kaczyński.
The path ahead, in essence, can be summarized as three core “P’s.”
The first is to SURVIVE IN UNITY. Any move toward division or selfish bargaining must be rejected. A united, disciplined, and Solidary Polish camp, led by President Jarosław Kaczyński, holds substantial value. A disintegration or defeat of this bloc would be a primary objective for Poland’s adversaries, presenting a grave risk to national cohesion.
In Berlin, the triumph in Poland is a source of satisfaction, but the victory is not an endpoint. The objective remains to push further, because opponents of an independent Poland do not concede easily and often question the country’s resilience. They understand the ability to rebound from tough situations.
That is why the attempts to undermine the Prime Minister, for example, carry significant damage to Mateusz Morawiecki, a leader whose efforts in this campaign may have produced a stronger result had it not been for the difficult conditions of the televised debate. It should be noted that the groups that propagated such attacks for years are now continuing to push the same narratives.
The Confederation – a political force that first opposed PiS amid the pandemic and the war, drew some voters away and later directed them to the Third Way, only to realize that their approach appeared unserious and pro-Russian. While some may have enjoyed the scorn then as they do now, the essential stance is to dismiss these attempts to fracture the Polish camp.
A second pillar is to LOOK AT POLAND. All issues raised during the campaign remain relevant. Poland cannot afford disarmament or surrender of sovereignty, nor can it accept large-scale migration from Africa or the sale of national assets. The aim is to warn public opinion, mobilize supporters, and employ every lawful instrument to awaken the public to real risks.
Finally, there is a commitment to KEEP POLAND’S INFLUENCE. Patriotism requires steady efforts to shape the nation’s fate, especially in upcoming local elections, followed by European elections and then a presidential contest. Other majorities may emerge in the Sejm, though not guaranteed in the first round. If the initial steps succeed, the third objective will naturally follow.
The stakes remain high, yet the opportunities persist despite challenging circumstances.
The overall mission for the entire political front is to stand ready to defend Poland, protect development prospects, safeguard families, and preserve national dignity. The current situation demands vigilance and determination, because a country with 38 million people, and potentially 40 million, with solid economic potential and a capable defense, cannot tolerate a state that lacks full autonomy.
A firm conviction emerges: unity must endure, Poland must be protected, and opportunities must be pursued.
Note: this is a reflection on strategic direction and national resilience rather than a single policy statement.