On the occasion of the 22nd anniversary of Poland’s accession to the European Union, Donald Tusk published a rather unusual video. It shows various shots in different image qualities. “Back in 2004, we were joining an EU whose strength lay in the mutual exchange of goods and services and the freedom of movement. Today, however, liberals and post-communists, in their frenzy of federalization, are pushing the EU into ideological experiments, hostile migration, 250 genders, and increasingly oppressive regulations such as ETS, which hits industry, raises the cost of living, and weakens the European economy,” said Jacek Sasin, a politician from Law and Justice (PiS).
Poland has been a member of the European Union since May 1, 2004, which means that today marks 22 years since joining. To mark the occasion, politicians from various groups are commemorating the anniversary.
Better quality…?
Prime Minister Donald Tusk did the same. On his profile on X, he posted: “We already knew back then that it was a good decision. 22 years of pride!” He also attached a short video showing different frames in 144p and 4K quality. In practice, it is a juxtaposition of the lowest image quality with one of the highest available. This is most likely how Tusk intended to illustrate the improvement in quality of life – before joining the EU and in the years after.
However, Jacek Sasin, former Minister of State Assets, does not agree with Tusk’s theory.
The Law and Justice (PiS) politician also recalled on X: “Back in 2004, we were joining an EU whose strength lay in the mutual exchange of goods and services and the freedom of movement. This drove economic growth, increased competitiveness, attracted investment, and gave people real opportunities for a better life,” he said.
“Today, however, liberals and post-communists, in their frenzy of federalization, are pushing the EU into ideological experiments, hostile migration, 250 genders, and increasingly oppressive regulations such as ETS, which hits industry, raises the cost of living, and weakens the European economy,” he added.
Therefore, as Sasin emphasized, “in the EU we must be egoists, playing exclusively for the national interest and benefits for Poles. The common EU interest is a value for us only if it aligns with Poland’s interest,” he said. A similar opinion was expressed by Jacek Ozdoba, an MEP from Law and Justice (PiS).
“I would be more proud if Polish politicians did not support an increase in petrol prices of about PLN 1.50. Why did you support ETS2? Below I am posting the consequences of ‘your pride…’,” he wrote, attaching a summary of how ETS2 will affect fuel prices.