The decision, made during a recent party congress, was motivated by Razem’s objections to government policies under Prime Minister Donald Tusk, according to national board member and spokesperson Mateusz Merta.
Razem’s grievances are focused on insufficient funding for healthcare, social housing and scientific research in the forthcoming budget, with Merta criticizing the government’s approach as an obstacle to implementing Razem’s program.
“This decision reflects our commitment to building a strong, independent and socially-oriented left,” Merta stated.
He emphasized Razem’s vision for a democratic opposition, distinct from the right-wing parties of Konfederacja (Confederation) and Law and Justice (PiS).”
The party’s focus will now shift to opposition efforts within Poland’s parliament and expanding its presence across various regions.
The Prime Minister’s office acknowledged on Friday that budget revisions are needed, citing updated revenue forecasts and an adjusted deficit cap.
Meanwhile, five lawmakers – Senate Deputy Speaker Magdalena Biejat, Senator Anna Górska, and MPs Joanna Wicha, Dorota Olko, and Daria Gosek-Popiołek – resigned from Razem on Thursday.
The Razem party secured eight parliamentary seats and two Senate seats in the last election.
Though previously aligned with the Left caucus, Razem had not joined the governing coalition and has frequently criticized government policies.
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Source: IAR