Jarosław Kaczyński, leader of Poland’s Law and Justice party, blamed PO voters for low intelligence during a speech at Warsaw’s Independence March on November 11.
Kaczyński Criticizes Propaganda Targeting PO Voters
During the march, Kaczyński said the event was for Polish patriots, stating that some individuals were told their party was both “extremely honest” and fundamentally Russian—claims he called “simple nonsense.” He attributed the belief in such narratives to a lack of “high intelligence” and shared a recording of his remarks posted by right‑wing commentator Paweł Rybicki on X.
PiS Politicians Finally Attend Independence March
For years, PiS politicians had avoided the march at the organizers’ request, but this year they participated. Kaczyński expressed hope that more people would recognize the current reality and that it needs to be changed, warning of a “fatal direction.” He referred to a possible counter‑attack by the Russian empire and noted Ukraine’s stubborn resistance.
PiS Plans to Build New Electoral Base
Speaking to a Telewizja Republika employee, Kaczyński described the present era as one of substantial internal and external threats, destruction of law, and plans to undermine Polish sovereignty. He said the goal is to “create a big camp that will stand in elections,” acknowledging that difficulties remain.
Kaczyński Questions Donald Tusk’s Presence
During the march, President Karol Nawrocki was present, but former Prime Minister Donald Tusk was absent. Kaczyński remarked that the hope for Tusk’s attendance was slim, adding that one could equally expect Putin to attend.