Poland’s new president looks to be sympathetic to far right in 100 days

In his first 100 days in office, Poland ’s new President Karol Nawrocki has positioned himself as the defender of the Polish nation and someone whose office might be sympathetic to the country’s growing far right.

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With his athletic physique and impeccable suit, Nawrocki projected an old-school image of a protector as he kissed the hands of retired older women during an event this month at a library in Sochaczew, one of the small towns he has made a point of visiting.

That appeal to Poland’s more conservative voters helped the 42-year-old Nawrocki win the presidency in June. His fans say he stands for traditionalist values.

He has declared himself against LGBTQ+ “privileges” and “aggressive left-wing radicalism.” He has pledged to resist NATO membership for neighboring Ukraine and has not visited that country since taking office.