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The Intelligence: Undoing PiS poor laws
Feb 13, 2024
Matt Steinglass, the Deputy Europe editor for The Economist, shares insights on Poland's political turmoil as the centrist government grapples with the legacy of the hard-right PiS party. Marie Seger, a data journalist, presents eye-opening research on the 'motherhood penalty', revealing how motherhood adversely impacts women's careers. They discuss the broader implications of these challenges, including media bias and gender disparities in the workforce, while touching on new technologies that could transform climate science.
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- Poland's Law and Justice Party compromised media independence, hindering the restoration of the rule of law.
- NASA's Pace satellite can provide valuable data to enhance understanding of aerosols' impact on climate change.
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Poland's State Media and the Erosion of Press Freedom
The Law and Justice Party in Poland made significant changes to state media broadcasters, turning them into propaganda organs. Journalists who didn't align with the party's agenda were fired or reassigned. The new government is now trying to undo some of these changes, but it faces challenges. The President of Poland, who is from the previous ruling party, is vetoing the government's moves. Additionally, much of the judiciary is still influenced by the previous party, posing obstacles to restoring the rule of law. The government aims to tackle issues with state-owned companies and state media, which has contributed to polarization in the country.
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