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Poland's Presidential Election Heads to Runoff as Trzaskowski and Nawrocki Prepare for a Polarizing Contest

In Poland's presidential election, Mayor Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki will compete in a runoff on June 1 after a tightly contested first round.


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In Poland's presidential election, Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski garnered 31.36% of votes, while conservative Karol Nawrocki received 29.54%. With no candidate exceeding 50%, a runoff is set for June 1. Voter dissatisfaction with PM Tusk's government and the rise of far-right candidates, who collectively secured over 21% of the vote, signal a challenging race ahead. Trzaskowski aims to attract centrist and leftist supporters, while Nawrocki, backed by the Law and Justice party and President Trump, emphasizes conservative values. Both candidates immediately began campaigning, underscoring the high stakes amid allegations of foreign interference and national security concerns.

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The campaign has emphasized foreign policy and social issues, particularly LGBTQ rights and abortion, positioning Trzaskowski as the candidate of progressive change against nationalist Nawrocki.

Frustration among voters is palpable, with many feeling the pro-European government has not acted quickly enough to fulfill its promises after ousting the populist government.

Allegations of questionable dealings involving Nawrocki, coupled with significant foreign interference, cast doubts on his candidacy.

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