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The Intelligence: Undoing PiS poor laws
Feb 13, 2024
Matt Steinglass, Deputy Europe editor for The Economist, sheds light on Poland's political turbulence as the newly-elected centrist government grapples with the remnants of the hard-right PiS party's reign. Dorota Nigren shares her firsthand experience of media censorship during that time, discussing the threats to journalistic integrity. Marie Seger explores the 'motherhood penalty' in the workforce, revealing how motherhood can limit career progression and discussing global initiatives to support women's participation in the labor market.
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- The previous ruling party in Poland compromised state institutions and media, leading to EU sanctions and challenges for the new centrist government in undoing their changes.
- NASA's PACE satellite mission aims to improve climate science by providing comprehensive data on aerosols and their impact on climate, offering potential for increased modeling accuracy and knowledge.
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Press Freedom Concerns: Challenges Faced by Journalists in Poland
When the Law and Justice Party came to power in Poland, there were significant changes at state media broadcasters, turning them into propaganda organs for the party. Journalists faced censorship and were unable to publish critical content. The government's efforts to control state institutions, including the court system, have led to EU sanctions. While a new centrist liberal government is now in power, it faces challenges in undoing the previous administration's changes, as the president, who is from the previous ruling party, vetoes their moves.
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