In fresh presidential elections in Poland, Krzysztof Stanowski and Sławomir Mentzen turned out to be 2 candidates who could decide to win in the second circular of elections. Mentzen, a Confederate candidate, obtained 14,81 percent of the vote, which is an unexpected success. On the another hand, Stanowski, an independent candidate, obtained 1.24 percent of the vote, but his popularity on social media may prove crucial in the voters' decisions.
Politologist Marek Żurek of Szczeciński University believes Mentzen is simply a politician who “seeks the audience” and has the gift of speaking at rallies. His simple prescriptions for complex issues can be an asset in the eyes of voters. Żurek besides draws attention to Stanowski, who, despite his lower support in the elections, becomes the leader of opinion. His channels on social media are watched by millions of people, including young people who can follow his opinions.
Two candidates in the second round
Rafał Trzaskowski (31.36 percent of votes) and Karol Nawrocki (29.54 percent of votes) will face the second circular of elections. Żurek believes that Nawrocki may be the favourite in the second round, but he pays attention to factors specified as run dynamics and staff decisions. Nawrocki will “take” from voters Mentzen, Stanowski, Grzegorz Braun and Marek Jakubiak.
Electoral Campaign
In Nawrocka's election campaign, she can item her credibility and deficiency of scandal. In turn Trzaskowski can focus on his experience and skills. Żurek expects that 1 of the main motives of the run will be to argue “real Poles” and “European elites”. Stanowski can play an crucial function in this run due to the fact that his opinions may be applicable to young voters.
Left and right
In the presidential election, the Left did not accomplish the expected results. Magdalena Biejat achieved a lower score than expected, which could be the price for participation in the ruling coalition. Adrian Zandberg, on the another hand, received greater support due to the fact that he acted as 1 who criticizes the government and correctly points to unresolved problems. Żurek believes that Biejat is simply a politician “uncompromising, courageous, boldly proclaiming her views”, but possibly voters are not ready for specified a candidate yet.
Conclusion
In the presidential election Mentzen and Stanowski proved to be 2 candidates who could decide to win in the second round. Żurek draws attention to factors specified as run dynamics and staff decisions that may affect the result of the election. In the election run Nawrocki and Trzaskowski will gotta emphasize their strengths and skills in order to convince voters to their candidacy.
