Communication Styles of Politicians on Social Media – KO vs. PiS: Different Electorates, Different Strategies

The article compares the Instagram communication styles of Civic Coalition (KO) and Law and Justice (PiS) politicians during the 2025 presidential campaign in Poland. The study analyzes post style, tone, topics, and audience engagement across six selected politicians. The findings reveal clear differences: PiS relies on promotional content centered on national values and external threats, while KO favors emotional, inclusive, and personal narratives. Despite high posting activity, none of the analyzed politicians actively interacted with followers, limiting genuine engagement.

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Annales Universitatis Mariae Curie-Skłodowska sectio K – Politologia
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2025-12-31
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https://doi.org/10.17951/k.2025.32.2.119-139
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Social Media and Politics
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Communication Styles of Politicians on Social Media – KO vs. PiS: Different Electorates, Different Strategies

Zuzanna Sielska, Anna Robak
Annales Universitatis Mariae Curie-Skłodowska sectio K – Politologia
Social Media and Politics
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Communication Styles of Politicians on Social Media – KO vs. PiS: Different Electorates, Different Strategies

Zuzanna Sielska, Anna Robak
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The article compares the Instagram communication styles of Civic Coalition (KO) and Law and Justice (PiS) politicians during the 2025 presidential campaign in Poland. The study analyzes post style, tone, topics, and audience engagement across six selected politicians. The findings reveal clear differences: PiS relies on promotional content centered on national values and external threats, while KO favors emotional, inclusive, and personal narratives. Despite high posting activity, none of the analyzed politicians actively interacted with followers, limiting genuine engagement.

Annales Universitatis Mariae Curie-Skłodowska sectio K – PolitologiaVol. 32(2)
Instytut Europy Środkowo-Wschodniej (PL)
Peace, Justice and strong institutions
Openalex Percentile: Top 16%
Social Media and Politics
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