Aleksander Kwaśniewski

“The European Union is an answer to the challenges of the 21st century.”

“For Poland, the United States is the most important ally.”

“NATO is not a menace to anyone. It is a peaceful alliance of democratic states.”

“We have to build a new world, a far better world - one in which the eternal dignity of man is respected.”

“I am a man of the left. I am a social democrat.”

“Solidarity was a great movement, a great experience.”

“Democracy is not only a matter of elections, but also of respecting minority rights.”

“The past is important, but we must build the future.”

“We must be open to dialogue and cooperation with all our neighbors.”

“The integration with the European Union was a strategic goal for Poland.”

“Economic reforms must go hand in hand with social responsibility.”

“Poland is a country of great opportunities.”