The book (Kaczyński's Trough: How PiS Feeds Its Own from the State Treasury) is a collaborative work by investigative journalists Jan Piński and Tomasz Szwejgiert . The title uses the Polish slang "koryto" (trough) to metaphorically describe the alleged systemic corruption and enrichment of political loyalists during the Law and Justice (PiS) party's tenure. Core Themes and Content
The book is part of a larger series of critical publications by the duo, including titles like “Kamiński” and “Jak PiS sfałszował wybory,” which aim to expose the inner workings of the Polish government under the PiS administration. Jan Piński @ | Podcast on Spotify The book (Kaczyński's Trough: How PiS Feeds Its
Detailed accounts of how "loyalists" were rewarded with lucrative contracts, grants, and high-paying advisory roles across various government ministries and agencies. Jan Piński @ | Podcast on Spotify Detailed
An experienced journalist and former editor-in-chief of various Polish media outlets. He is known for his highly critical stance on PiS and his focus on political scandals. The book focuses on the mechanisms used to
The book focuses on the mechanisms used to transfer public funds to party members, their families, and business allies. Key areas of investigation include:
The authors examine how leadership positions in major national companies were allegedly awarded based on party loyalty rather than merit, serving as a primary source of wealth for the political elite.
A journalist and former associate of the Central Anticorruption Bureau (CBA), who has frequently collaborated with Piński to reveal alleged abuses within the Polish special services and the government.