Poland’s Populist Turn
If Poland had a tumultuous 20th century, the 21st started off pretty well. The country cemented the transition to capitalism, joined the European Union and enjoyed unrivaled economic growth. Then in a 2015 election, the people turned to a party that promised a shakeup in the name of ordinary Poles. They had grown discontented over the country’s wealth disparities and the impression that political elites had benefited most. In its initial months in power, the government’s moves sparked public pro
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