Poll: Donald Tusk viewed as better prime minister than Mateusz Morawiecki

A recent poll reveals that a significant portion of the Polish public views Donald Tusk more favorably as prime minister compared to his predecessor, Mateusz Morawiecki. The survey, conducted by SW Research for rp.pl, found that 37.2% of respondents believe Tusk performs better in the role, while 24.6% favor Morawiecki.

Adding nuance to the public's perception, 22.1% of those polled consider both politicians to be equally effective as prime minister. A further 16.1% stated they have no opinion on the matter. These figures highlight a divided, yet leaning, public sentiment regarding the two prominent political figures.

The poll also identified demographic trends in these preferences. Donald Tusk is more frequently seen as a better prime minister by men (40%) than by women (35%). His current tenure as prime minister is also viewed more favorably by individuals over fifty years old (48%) and by those with higher education (41%). Furthermore, respondents with a net income exceeding 7,000 Polish złoty (approximately $1,750 USD) and those living in cities with populations between 200,000 and 499,000 inhabitants expressed higher approval rates for Tusk's performance, at 49% and 52% respectively.

Both Tusk and Morawiecki have served substantial terms as prime minister in Poland's Third Republic. Morawiecki led three governments between 2017 and 2023, accumulating 2,194 days (over 6 years) in office. Donald Tusk led two governments between 2007 and 2014, serving 2,492 days (over 6 years and 9 months), and has been leading the current government since December 13, 2023, for an additional 949 days (over 2 years and 7 months). Combined, they have served approximately 15.5 years as prime minister in the 36-year history of the Third Republic. Morawiecki's political future within the Law and Justice (PiS) party is currently uncertain, as party leader Jarosław Kaczyński has reportedly demanded the dissolution of Morawiecki's associated organization, Rozwój Plus.

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Donald Tusk better checks himself as prime minister more often according to men (40 percent) than women (35 percent). The current head of government is considered more efficient by almost every second person over fifty years of age (48 percent) and two out of five respondents with higher education (41 percent).