“Given the extremely narrow margin of 369,591 votes between the candidates, the high number of 189,000 invalid ballots, and widespread reports of irregularities at polling stations, we feel compelled to appeal for a full recount of all votes,” the petition, addressed to the National Electoral Commission, states.
Concerns over irregularities in Poland’s presidential election
“Our concerns are heightened by statistical anomalies recorded in more than 3,000 polling stations, which significantly deviate from expected norms and may indicate errors or deliberate manipulation. Furthermore, media reports have emerged of an illegal application being used to unlawfully deny voting cards in some locations, constituting a serious violation of citizens’ rights,” the petition adds. It is available for signing on the secure platform secure.avaaz.org.
“These issues cast doubt on the reliability and integrity of the entire electoral process. In the interest of transparency and upholding democratic standards, we demand a thorough recount. We are collecting signatures to ensure the final result fully reflects the will of the people and ultimately dispels all doubts and conspiracy theories surrounding the outcome,” the petition description concludes.
Poland’s Supreme Court to review election protests
Initial reports suggested that Poland’s National Electoral Commission would meet on Monday to discuss vote-counting concerns, but the commission’s spokesperson later clarified that no official session was planned. However, sources familiar with the matter say a smaller, informal consultation among some commission members may still take place.
In the recent presidential race, Karol Nawrocki, backed by the right-wing populist Law and Justice (PiS) party, secured victory with 10,606,877 votes. He narrowly surpassed Rafał Trzaskowski, who was supported by the centrist, pro-European Civic Coalition (KO), by a margin of just under 370,000 votes.
Poland’s Supreme Court is set to hold its first hearing on election protests on Tuesday, June 10. To date, 39 formal protests have been lodged, with voters, election representatives, and polling station officials allowed to submit further complaints for another week.
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Source: PKW/IAR