The Rhetoric of the “March of Independence ” in Poland (2010-2017) as the Answer for the Polic y of Multiculturalism in EU and the Refugee Crisis

Abstract

In 2010, Polish far-right nationalist groups hit upon the idea of establishing one common nationwide march to celebrate National Independence Day in Poland. Since then, the participants have manifested their attachment to Polish tradition, and their anti-multicultural attitude. Much of the debate about multiculturalism and the emergence of conflictual and socially divisive ethnic groupings has addressed ethical concerns. In contrast, this paper focuses on the semiotic and structural level of the problem.

Keywords

• March of Independence
• nationalism
• refugees
• values
• patriotism