People in Poland used to have lots of money, but there was nothing on the shelves to buy. Now the shelves are full, but no one has money. Yet social justice and social equality are part of a philosophy that runs deep in Poland. All human beings have the same need to eat. But right now the problem is how to distribute poverty.
Ecology is another serious problem in Poland.
The Polish government used to believe that ecology was a phony issue taking attention away from social problems. They now recognize that ecology is a serious problem in socialized countries too. But Poland cannot yet afford to do what it should to protect the environment. On the topic of German reunification, Dr. Pastusiak said the Poles have a high level of anxiety. Pastusiak feels that it is not in anyone's interest to reopen the Pandora's box of these territorial claims.