The leaders who departed from Razem do not plan to join other parties, explaining the split by announcing plans to create a platform to facilitate joint actions within the Left parliamentary caucus, where they will continue their work.
In a statement, Razem underscored its commitment to independence, adding that the party "will not allow the far-right to be the only critical voice against the government."
The party criticized Prime Minister Tusk’s government, warning that its policies could lead to increased support for the populist and ultraconservative parties PiS and Confederation.
At its congress on October 26-27, Razem will decide on the party’s future and potentially exiting the Left parliamentary caucus, a move supported by 53.75% of members in an internal referendum.
Magdalena Biejat spoke about her decision to leave the party during an interview with Renata Grochal on Polish Radio's Program 3.
Biejat explained that a fundamental rift had developed within the party, driven by contrasting approaches to political strategy and fulfilling promises she and fellow local officials, councilors, and activists had made to their constituents.
Biejat, former Razem co-leader, emphasized that Adrian Zandberg (one of the founders of the Razem party) and some MPs are seeking to leave the Left caucus, and the upcoming congress this weekend aims to formalize this decision.
In her view, internal conflict within the Left caucus has weakened the group’s image, impacting its effectiveness as an opposition to the government.
After the 2023 elections, Razem backed the new coalition government, although its key policies were not incorporated into the agreement with Civic Platform (KO), Poland 2050, and the Polish People’s Party (PSL), deepening tensions within the group.
Source: PAP/PR3/X/@partiarazem/@MagdaBiejat
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