In a nail-biting twist in Poland's presidential race, Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski secured a win in the first round by capturing 31.36% of the vote. This result, boosted by strong youth engagement, signals a refreshing shift in the country’s political landscape.
Trzaskowski, representing the centrist Civic Coalition, emphasized the energizing role of young voters. "I'm glad that many young people went to the polls, but it's a great challenge to convince them to vote for me," he remarked.
His rival, Karol Nawrocki of the opposition Law and Justice party, trailed with 29.54% and vowed to continue his campaign as "the guardian of the social achievements of the Law and Justice government," following his recent high-profile meet with U.S. President Trump.
The margin was tighter than many expected, with earlier polls predicting a four to six-point lead for Trzaskowski. As the nation gears up for a high-stakes run-off next month, political analysts and young voters alike are watching closely—think of it as a real-life cliffhanger from your favorite binge-worthy series! 🎬✨
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Pro-EU mayor wins first round of Poland's presidential election
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