The study shows that the issue of Ukrainians in Poland remains not only a social and economic challenge, but also a field of sharp political competition. For the government – this is an argument for a pro -European course and cooperation with allies. For the opposition – a tool for mobilizing voters by fueling fears and a sense of danger.
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From an economic point of view, Ukrainian employees play an increasingly important role in sectors affected by staff shortages, from construction and transport to care services and gastronomy. At the same time, consumption generated by over a million Ukrainians in Poland supports trade and tax revenues.
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To the question: “Do you think that the presence of Ukrainian citizens in Poland has a positive or negative impact on the Polish economy?” – 53.8 percent respondents responded positively (11.7 percent “definitely”, 42.1 percent “rather”). It negatively assesses the situation of 33.4 percent. respondents, and 12.8 percent There is no opinion.
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Who positively assesses the impact of Ukrainians on the Polish economy?
However, the most interesting are political differences. In the electorate of the ruling parties – the Civic Coalition, Poland 2050, PSL and the left – as much as 68.1 percent. respondents assess the influence of Ukrainians positively. This shows that the message of the current coalition, emphasizing the need for solidarity with Ukraine and the use of migration as an economic opportunity, goes to its voters.
In turn, among opposition supporters – PiS, confederation, confederation of the Polish Crown or Together – 52 percent. respondents see in the presence of Ukrainians a threat rather than a chance. Here you can see the strong impact of the narrative about “competition on the labor market”, the load on the social system and the risk of cultural tensions. Right politicians consistently play these fears, especially in the context of election campaigns.
