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Rafał Wiechecki
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| Minister of Maritime Economy | |
| In office 25 September 2005 – 2007 |
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| Born | 25 September 1978 (age 46) |
| Nationality | Polish |
| Political party | League of Polish Families |
Rafał Sylwester Wiechecki is a Polish politician who was born on September 25, 1978, in Piotrków Trybunalski, Poland. He is known for his work in the Polish government and for being one of the youngest people to hold a cabinet position in Poland's history.
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Rafał Wiechecki's Early Life and Career
Rafał Wiechecki began his journey in public life by working with different newspapers. He wrote for publications like Myśl Polska and Wszechpolak between 2002 and 2004. Later, starting in 2006, he also contributed to Myśl.pl. These experiences helped him share his ideas and connect with people before he entered politics.
His Time in Polish Politics
Rafał Wiechecki was elected to the Sejm, which is the lower house of the Polish Parliament, on September 25, 2005. He received 6,058 votes from the 41st Szczecin district. He ran as a member of the League of Polish Families political party.
Becoming a Cabinet Minister
After being elected to the Sejm, Rafał Wiechecki took on an even bigger role. He became the Minister of Maritime Economy. This means he was in charge of important matters related to Poland's seas, ports, and shipping. He served in this position from September 2005 until 2007. What made his appointment especially notable was that he was the youngest person ever to become a cabinet minister in Poland. This was a big achievement for someone so young.
More About the Sejm
The Sejm is a very important part of Poland's government. It is where laws are made and important decisions for the country are discussed and voted on. Members of the Sejm, like Rafał Wiechecki, are elected by the people to represent them and their interests.
External Resources
- Rafał Wiechecki's official website: http://www.wiechecki.pl/
- Rafał Wiechecki's parliamentary page - This page has information about his work in the Sejm, including how he voted and speeches he made.
