Polish Communist Party (2002)

The Polish Communist Party (Komunistyczna Partia Polski, KPP) is a Marxist-Leninist political party in Poland, founded in 2002. It identifies as the continuation of the pre-World War II Communist Party of Poland, which was dissolved by the Comintern in 1938. The KPP adheres to communist ideology and advocates for a socialist state in Poland.

The party was registered on October 9, 2002. Its foundational principles include nationalizing large enterprises, increasing social welfare, and opposing Poland's membership in the European Union and NATO. It views capitalism as inherently exploitative and seeks to replace it with a socialist system.

The Polish Communist Party is a small, fringe party with limited political support. It has never held any seats in the Sejm (Polish Parliament) or the European Parliament. The party's activities largely consist of publishing theoretical articles, organizing rallies and demonstrations, and participating in international communist gatherings.

The KPP's existence and activities have been controversial in Poland, particularly due to the historical legacy of communism in the country and the crimes committed by the post-war communist regime. Calls for its ban have been made, based on constitutional provisions prohibiting parties that promote totalitarian methods and ideologies. However, as of 2023, the party remains legal.

The leadership of the KPP has changed over time. Notable figures associated with the party include its founders and leading ideologues who advocate for a return to socialist principles within a Polish context.