A strong Polish opposition essential

Jarosław Kaczyński, brother of the late Polish President Lech Kaczyński, announced on Monday that he will run in the upcoming presidential elections in June. The conservative daily Rzeczpospolita welcomes the announcement: "The decision by Jarosław Kaczyński comes as no surprise. It is only natural that the leader and founder of the [national conservative party] 'Law and Justice' should run for the office of president. If he believes that he can take up the political challenge despite his personal tragedy, he has every right to do so. But even more importantly his decision means the Poles will have a true election. Because a strong opposition is just as necessary as a strong government. A serious opposition candidate is essential - especially when political life is dominated by one party."

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