I struggled with finding a compreshensive explainer on what’s happening in Poland (written in English, that is). This one by The Washington Post is a good starting point, though.

From Weekly Filet #241, in July 2017.

Why is Poland’s Law and Justice Party trying to rein in the judiciary?

The Washington Post

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