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Poland's Presidential Race Heats Up Ahead of Critical Runoff Election

Poland's presidential election candidates gear up for a polarizing runoff following a close first round, highlighting divergent visions for the country's future.


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In Poland, the first round of the 2025 presidential election has set the stage for a tense runoff between Rafal Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki. Trzaskowski, supported by the centrist Civic Coalition, narrowly leads Nawrocki of the far-right Law and Justice party. The polarized election reflects a sharp divide in voter sentiment, with significant votes garnered by far-right candidates. As both candidates campaign for crucial support ahead of the June 1 runoff, the ideological stakes are high, with potential repercussions for Poland's relationship with the EU and domestic policies.

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The Polish election is a referendum on democracy and the direction of the country, as Tusk's Civic Coalition seeks to reverse the populist policies of the PiS which undermined democratic institutions.

Trzaskowski's campaign will focus on liberal values and reforming judicial institutions, while facing a strong challenge from Nawrocki, who promises to uphold conservative and populist agendas.

The political battle is likely to intensify, with experts predicting a brutal and polarizing campaign between progressive and conservative ideologies.

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