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Polonia’s patriotic and independence-minded community, including former anti-communist opposition activists and ex-NSZZ “Solidarność” members residing in the USA and Canada, unite in defense of Poland’s public media.
Recent statements from the new Polish government hint at a perilous direction for public media. Concerns arise not merely about depoliticization but the insertion of government-affiliated individuals, reminiscent of actions post-2010 and the Smolensk Tragedy.
A Unified Stand
We vehemently protest against sidelining those who disregard media pluralism from shaping Poland’s public narrative. For those outside Poland, public media serves as a crucial conduit for valuable, truthful information, contributing to the development of Poland’s national narrative.
Building a United Patriotic Front
As the Polish diaspora, we advocate for a media landscape reflecting diverse perspectives, resisting undue political influence.
Unified under the banner of the “Smolensk Disaster Commemoration Committee” and various Polish-American organizations, we implore the Polish government to safeguard the independence and pluralism of public.