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“Some in the West apparently believe that Poland no longer has its own interests, and that it is all too willing to agree with the opinions of others. This is absolutely not the case. Indeed, other countries in Europe uphold their own interests with great determination.”

Quote by Lech Kaczynski

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Lech Kaczynski, born on June 18, 1949, was a prominent Polish politician who served as the President of Poland. Known for his hardline political stance, he twice held the position of Prime Minister of Poland. Tragically, he died in a plane crash on April 10, 2010. more

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