A formal request has been submitted to the President’s Chancellery to posthumously honor Łukasz Litewka, a member of the Sejm from the Left party. The MP tragically died following an accident in Dąbrowa Górnicza, located in the Silesian Voivodeship.
Petition for the Order of Polonia Restituta
The application was filed by lawyer Katarzyna Topczewska, who operates a law firm under her own name. According to Topczewska, the idea for the initiative emerged on Thursday, with signatures from supporting organizations being gathered starting Friday morning.
The petition specifically asks President Karol Nawrocki to award the late MP the Officer’s Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (Krzyż Oficerski Orderu Odrodzenia Polski). The organizations involved described Litewka as an “exceptional figure” whose contributions extended beyond traditional politics.
A Legacy of Advocacy for the Vulnerable
The authors of the document highlighted Litewka’s unique approach to political campaigning, noting that no other politician in the history of Polish parliamentary elections had dedicated their campaign so authentically to animals.
Beyond his campaign, the MP was recognized for his fight to ban horse transport on the route to Morskie Oko. The petition argues that such an award would serve as a vital signal to society that Poland honors those who serve the most vulnerable, including abandoned seniors, sick children, and animals in suffering.
Official Response from the Chancellery
Marcin Przydacz, the Head of the International Policy Office in the President’s Chancellery, has already commented on the matter. He stated that President Karol Nawrocki knew Łukasz Litewka very well.
Przydacz noted that if asked for his opinion, he would recommend the honoring of the MP “with full conviction and an open heart,” adding that the solid Litewka achieved will remain for a long time.
Potential Next Steps
The decision to grant the posthumous honor now rests with the President. Given the public support from 26 organizations and the positive recommendation from a senior official within the Chancellery, the request could be granted.
A possible next step may involve a formal review of the MP’s contributions by the Chancellery before a final decision is announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who submitted the request to honor Łukasz Litewka?
The request was submitted by lawyer Katarzyna Topczewska and was supported by 26 social organizations.
Which specific honor is being requested for the late MP?
The petition asks for the posthumous award of the Officer’s Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (Krzyż Oficerski Orderu Odrodzenia Polski).
Why do the organizations believe Łukasz Litewka deserves this honor?
They cite his exceptional character, his authentic dedication to animals during his parliamentary campaign, and his efforts to ban horse transport to Morskie Oko, as well as his service to the most vulnerable members of society.
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