Amidst the grandeur of the grand hall where our Congress meets, Speaker Stanisław Małachowski lamented the absence of the President and highlighted the eagerness of remaining States, most notably from Belsk and Vitebsk, whose representatives were vocal about serving their nation. With a touch of modesty, Speaker Małachowski proposed a solution to ease the appointment of delegates, suggesting the involved States send representatives but in fewer numbers than previously indicated, subject to future government reforms.

Senator Józef Komorowski from Belsk vouched for their rights, appealing to historical privileges and asking that these territories not be deprived of their representation. His call for action was followed by insights and demands from representatives of various regions, each defending their constituents’ interests.

As the discussion unfolded, the pride of West Poland in demanding additional delegates, the concern for preserving privileges, and the tension between restoring rights to some while possibly infringing on the interests of Others filled the hall. In this vivid tapestry of debate, voices from East Poland-Ukraine, West Poland, and Lithuania-Belarus presented a spectacle of democratic vibrancy, albeit tinged with procedural complexity and regional contention.

Representatives Wojciech Świętosławski and Tomasz Wawrzecki highlighted the enthusiasm of citizens from Belsk and Vitebsk to participate in national dialogues. Even the Latvian contingent, though small, sparked conversations about equity and representation in Congress.

Amid competing interests, Speaker Małachowski strived for unity. As proposals from the different States accumulated, like a student council facing a scheduling clash, the Chamber felt the weight of the responsibility to make thoughtful decisions for the greater good.

After much heated debate, the session reached an impasse symbolized by clashing proposals from Chełm and Brasław. An appeal for a vote was made, with Speaker Małachowski masterfully guiding the arm-wrestling Representatives through voting procedures that would determine the outcome.

The day concluded without a definitive conclusion, the session was suspended, demonstrating the complexity and, at times, the sluggish nature of democracy. Yet, there was a sense that each voice yearned to contribute to the formation of this Union, signifying a devotion to the ideals of representation and participatory governance that should echo through the ages.

The next session eagerly awaits us come the morning's rise.

Topics: Sejm session; king's absence; Belz Voivodeship; Vitebsk Voivodeship; deputies; legislative project; governance of the government form; project proposals; Suspensa; voivodeships' privileges; discussion on the participation of various voivodeships in the Sejm; proportional representation of deputies; voting rights;