Wokół problemu mobilizacji politycznej Polaków
On the issue of political mobilisation among Poles

Summary/Abstract: The article examines the phenomenon of political mobilization in the Polish society after 2010. The author argues that during the initial phase of democratization following 1989, the Polish society was characterized by political passivity. Electoral abstention was high, interest in politics was limited, and citizens’ participation in voluntary associations and civic organizations remained low. Over the past two decades, however, a profound transformation in the political behavior of Poles has taken place. Voter turnout has increased significantly in all types of elections, and the patterns of electoral participation have changed. Particularly notable has been the sharp increase in turnout among women and younger voters. The author attributes this growing level of political mobilization to the emergence of deep political polarization, both affective and ideological. This polarization has led to the formation of two conflicting political identities. These identities have proved to be durable and are reflected in stable electoral preferences. As a result, two major political camps have emerged in Poland. For analytical purposes, they are referred to as the pro-PiS camp and the anti-PiS camp. The conflict between these camps is total, highly intense, and characterized by an exceptionally high level of emotional polarization.

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