Ideology
The parties primary aim is not ideological, but the protection and enhancement of the rights of the Polish minority, who make up 7% of Lithuania's population. Their main policies include the restoration of land seized from Poles by the Soviet government, the improvement of the education system and allowing the use of the Polish language in schools, and giving official recognition to the Polish orthography of names.
It supports more influence of Roman Catholic Church in politics. The party supports mandatory religious education in schools, the cutback of the number of Lithuanian parliamentarians from 141 to 101, while increasing the number of local councilors.
Read more about this topic: Electoral Action Of Poles In Lithuania
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