Economist Podcasts PiS prize: Poland’s crucial election
Oct 11, 2019
Annabelle Chapman, a correspondent from The Economist, provides insights into Poland's parliamentary elections and the challenges posed by the governing Law and Justice Party. She discusses the political divide and civil rights activists' efforts. Meanwhile, David Rennie, a columnist focused on China, reveals the nuanced situation of LGBTQ+ rights, highlighting both progress and ongoing struggles within the country. Both guests explore how political climates shape personal freedoms and the contrasting experiences of marginalized communities.
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Poland's Political Shift
- Poland's Law and Justice party (PiS) has shifted the country's trajectory since 2015.
- Their socially conservative and economically leftist policies appeal to voters despite concerns about democratic backsliding.
PiS Welfare Approach
- PiS attracts voters with generous social programs like the 500+ program, a monthly payment per child.
- This welfare approach aims to create a Polish welfare state and address economic insecurity.
Social Conservatism of PiS
- PiS promotes traditional family values and targets gay people, claiming they threaten these values.
- This social conservatism is a key aspect of their platform, alongside their welfare policies.