Polonia


The United States is the world's largest economy and a significant trading partner for Poland. From June 28 to July 5, at the invitation of the Polish Association, a delegation from the Patria Polonia Institute of the Scientific Society of the Catholic University of Lublin visited Texas.

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On October 4, 1918, General Józef Haller took command of the Polish Army in France. He was the first Polish commander of this formation, nicknamed the "Blue Army" (due to the color of its uniform), which operated in exile during World War I.

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Approximately 20 million people of Polish descent live outside Poland, 10-12 million of whom live in the United States. For years, they remained on the margins of public life, despite their enormous demographic, financial, and intellectual potential. Today, there is a chance for the Polish diaspora to regain its rightful place and become an integral part of the nation, co-shaping state policy and building Poland's international clout.

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The Polonia Essay of the Last Hope
Waldemar Biniecki, 10/1/2025

The new socio-political arrangement, with President Karol Nawrocki as its architect, will likely be based on a broad coalition of parties, persuasions, and groups. This project presents a unique opportunity: the genuine inclusion of the Polish diaspora in the country's public life.

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Bilingualism has many intellectual, emotional, social, and health benefits. Numerous studies on bilingualism over the past several decades confirm the positive impact of bilingual upbringing on children's development.

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A new political system is emerging, with President Karol Nawrocki at its helm. It will likely be based on a broad coalition of various parties, groups, groups, and non-political professionals.

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The statement of Jan Ciechanowski, Ambassador of Poland, dated July 5, 1945, on his resignation as a result of the withdrawal of recognition of the Constitutional Government of Poland by the United States.

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Rather, it is an obligation arising from identity, beliefs and readiness to act – regardless of where one lives.

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Ignacy Jan Paderewski was an outstanding pianist and composer, a passionate patriot and statesman, a philanthropist and social activist. His involvement in the Polish cause was absolutely selfless. He has permanently inscribed himself among the people who made the greatest contribution to Poland's regaining of independence.

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Good ideas are never enough. If the beautiful renaissance of American Polonia is to become a reality, resources and funding will be needed on a scale that will prevent Polonia from being remembered as only “the lost tribes” of Poland.

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In a survey of nearly 1,800 Polish Americans, the Piast Institute sought to create a basic profile of the Polish American community, including their demographics, income levels, and political views. We were interested in finding out how Americans, particularly young Americans, perceive us.

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The Polish media again missed the visit of an important American scientist, leader of the Polish community abroad, and the man behind the liquefied gas (LNG) contract that was signed between Poland and Texas. There were many opportunities indeed to get interested in this extremely distinguished friend of Poland.

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The condition of the American Polish diaspora as the largest group of the Polish diaspora should be evaluated by an objective examination of a scientific institution. This analysis should include the current state of affairs and the condition of the Polish diaspora in the United States, as well as an attempt to set the course of action in order to prevent the progressive assimilation of the Polish diaspora in the USA. A report on this should be drawn up by experts from both sides of the political spectrum. This article is an attempt to open a solid debate on the American Polish diaspora as the largest group of the Polish diaspora.

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