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politics2 years ago

Donald Tusk poised to lead Poland as prime minister, signaling a shift towards a pro-EU government

Former European Council President Donald Tusk is expected to be appointed as the prime minister of Poland on Monday, as the parliament sitting garners significant attention from the nation. Poland, an EU and NATO member, has seen a surge in interest in the legislature since the October election, which gave a majority to a pro-EU alliance led by Tusk. Incumbent Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki's nationalist Law and Justice party lacks a majority, making it unlikely for him to form a government. If Morawiecki loses the vote of confidence, Tusk has the backing of a clear majority in parliament to become the new prime minister.

via Reuters|
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politics2 years ago

Poland's Election Results Spark Hope for Civil Rights Advocates

Civil rights groups in Poland, including those advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and abortion rights, express skepticism about the potential for significant change under the new government led by Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition. While the defeat of the right-wing Law and Justice party is seen as a positive development, activists are cautious due to past experiences of neglect and broken promises. They are uncertain about the extent of legal rights and protections that will be granted to marginalized communities under the new government.

via NPR|
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politics2 years ago

Poland's Election: A Turning Point for Democracy and Youth Empowerment

Poland's parliamentary election saw a record high turnout of over 74%, with women and youth playing a significant role in ousting the right-wing Law and Justice party (PiS) from power. Young voters turned out in large numbers, with 68.8% of voters aged under 29 participating, compared to 46.4% in the previous election. The opposition Civic Coalition won support from the youth, while PiS focused on negative campaigning. Women also played a crucial role, motivated by issues such as abortion rights. The high turnout and strategic voting efforts contributed to the defeat of PiS, and the Civic Coalition is expected to form the next government.

via BBC.com|
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politics2 years ago

"Opposition Celebrates Victory in Poland's Election, Stocks Rise"

Exit polls suggest that opposition parties in Poland may secure a majority in the parliamentary election, potentially ending eight years of nationalist rule. Former European Council President Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition party, along with Third Way and the New Left, ran on a shared commitment to restoring ties with Europe. While the ruling Law and Justice Party is projected to emerge as the largest party, the opposition grouping led by Tusk is expected to secure enough seats to form a majority. Tusk has pledged to unblock European Union funds earmarked for Poland if he becomes the head of a new government.

via Al Jazeera English|
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politics2 years ago

Exit Polls Indicate Opposition Victory in Polish Election

Poland's right-wing populist Law and Justice party, known as PiS, is projected to win the most seats in the general election but is unlikely to secure a third term in office, according to an exit poll. The centrist opposition, led by Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition, has a better chance of forming a coalition government. PiS leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski admitted uncertainty about the party's success, while Tusk declared the end of the PiS government. The election saw a high turnout, with queues reported at polling stations across the country.

via BBC.com|
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politics2 years ago

"Poland's Opposition Triumphs in Election, EU Prepares to Embrace Reconciliation"

Poland's centrist opposition party, Civic Coalition, led by former European Council chief Donald Tusk, is expected to win the country's election, signaling a potential shift in Poland's relationship with the European Union (EU). The EU has been concerned about Poland's democratic norms and EU-hostile stance, leading to the withholding of funds. However, the expected outcome of the election has brought relief to Brussels, as it bucks the trend of the rise of Eurosceptic hard-right parties across the bloc. The Civic Coalition aims to return Poland to the European mainstream, but the conservative Law and Justice party is expected to retain a significant number of parliamentary seats. Despite this, the EU hopes that tensions with Poland will dissipate, considering Warsaw a core member of the European family. Additionally, Poland's strong stance against Russia is valued by NATO, and the country's commitment to supporting Ukraine is expected to continue regardless of the election outcome.

via BBC.com|
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politics2 years ago

"Poland's Election: Democracy at a Crossroads"

Poland's general election is set to take place on Sunday, with the ruling nationalist Law and Justice (PiS) party and the centrist Civic Coalition leading in the polls. Smaller parties, such as the Third Way and the Left, could play a crucial role in determining the outcome. However, concerns have been raised about the fairness of the elections, with the government accused of using state-controlled media and taxpayer-funded events to boost its campaign. The vote count will be supervised by judges appointed by the ruling party, and foreign election observers have faced difficulties in obtaining accreditation. If no government is formed, a new election could take place in the spring of 2024.

via POLITICO Europe|
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politics2 years ago

"Poland Sets Election Date: President Reveals Key Decision"

Poland's President Andrzej Duda has announced that the country's general election will take place on October 15. The ruling nationalist Law and Justice party (PiS) currently leads in the polls, but faces opposition from the center-right Civic Coalition, which frames the election as a chance to restore the rule of law and hold PiS accountable for corruption scandals. PiS has clashed with the EU over changes to the legal system, but Poland has gained international standing through its support for Ukraine and increased defense spending. The outcome of the election is expected to be close.

via POLITICO Europe|
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