With state television firmly under the control of the ruling party, it has proved itself more valuable than any billboard or advertising campaign.
Author: MARC SANTORA and JOANNA BERENDT
For Poland, Nobel Prize in Literature Is Cause for Conflict as Much as Congratulation
When Olga Tokarczuk of Poland won the prize, the reaction was as divided as is the country itself. To some, she is an eloquent writer who captures Poland’s tragic history. To others, she is a traitor.
Mixing Politics and Piety, a Conservative Priest Seeks to Shape Poland’s Future
The Rev. Tadeusz Rydzyk has delivered millions of votes for Poland’s governing right-wing Law and Justice party, which in turn has helped him build a business empire.
Anti-Gay Brutality in a Polish Town Blamed on Poisonous Propaganda
Mob violence against gay men and lesbians has raised grave concerns about the steady stream of anti-L.G.B.T. language delivered by politicians.
‘Tell No One’: Poland Is Pushed to Confront Abuse of Children by Priests
In a deeply Catholic country that has been reluctant to talk about the abuse crisis, a moving documentary has been viewed millions of times.
Polish Teachers End Strike to Allow Exams but Tell Government It’s Not Over
A three-week work stoppage forced thousands of schools to close, posing a challenge for the governing party ahead of national elections.
Mayor’s Funeral Unites Gdansk. His Killing Exposed Poland’s Deep Divides.
Even before the mayor, Pawel Adamowicz, was laid to rest on Saturday, it was clear that his death could have profound political consequences.