A meeting honoring Zdzisław Najder took place at the Palace of the Republic in the National Library, emphasizing his complex legacy in the context of Poland's anti-communist opposition. Zbyszek Gluza from the 'Karta' Center spoke about Najder's unique personality, describing him as a 'cactus' who provoked strong emotions and did not conform to any political structure. Despite his impressive contributions to Poland's political landscape, Najder remained fiercely independent and often refrained from aligning with any political party.

Throughout his career, Najder played pivotal roles, including serving as an advisor to Lech Wałęsa and as a right-hand man to Jan Olszewski during significant political moments. However, these episodes were just glimpses of his broader impact, which was symbolized by his role as the founder of the Polish Independence Agreement (1975-77) and as a prominent figure at Radio Free Europe. Most notably, Najder is recognized as the only Pole sentenced to death in a political trial during the 1980s, highlighting not just his contributions but the perilous climate for dissent during that era.

The meeting aims to revive interest in Najder’s legacy, as his story is entwined with Poland's struggles for freedom and democracy. The challenges in rediscovering his contributions stem from his reluctance to fit into any conventional political narrative and the complicated emotions he evoked in others. This reflection on Najder's life underscores the importance of remembering figures from the anti-communist movement who embody the complexities of Poland’s historical and political fabric.