Public dissatisfaction with Poland’s government has reached unprecedented levels since Prime Minister Donald Tusk took office, according to a recent survey. The CBOS poll reveals that half of the respondents believe the nation is on the wrong path, marking a significant dip in public confidence. Only 28% of those surveyed feel that Poland is heading in the right direction, while 22% remain undecided. Compared to June, this represents a three-point drop in positive sentiment and a two-point increase in negative views.
Political approval ratings have taken a hit, as the survey highlights the government’s lowest ratings during its current term. A majority of 51% of respondents rate the political situation in Poland as poor, the highest dissatisfaction level since Tusk’s administration began. Only a scant 11% of the populace views the political climate positively.
Economic outlooks are also dimming, with optimism waning despite 34% of respondents still holding a favorable view of the economy against 30% who disagree. This reflects a decline in economic confidence from the previous month. The majority of those surveyed do not anticipate significant improvements in the coming year, coupled with rising concerns over both political and economic prospects.
Amid this overall decline in public confidence, a majority of Poles remain content with their personal financial wellbeing. About 63% express satisfaction with their family’s standard of living, and 64% regard their household’s financial state as good. However, these figures have decreased from June’s statistics.
The CBOS report underscores a notable downturn in nearly all major indicators of public sentiment for July, with particular pessimism regarding political conditions and future living standards.