Apparently Lech Kaczynski always wanted...

Jaroslaw trails Sejm Speaker Bronislaw Komorowski by 20% in the polls, and analysts believe that he will not be able to close the gap by the first round of elections on June 20. Polish sociologists note that the frontrunner in pre-election polls usually go on to win the presidency in Poland. However, if Jaroslaw plays his cards right during the campaign, he will have a shot at winning in the second round.

Playing his cards right means playing on the emotions of an electorate that is still in mourning over the tragic death of President Lech Kaczynski. Like most Slavs, the Poles are an emotional and compassionate people. Jaroslaw, who just lost his beloved brother but yet summoned the strength to stand for election, can expect significant support from the voters.

Jaroslaw has already said that, as president, he would carry out his brother"s unfinished business: "The tragic death of Poland"s president and patriotic elite compels us to carry on their mission." But it"s not

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