In Poland, we know all about fighting illiberal regimes. Here are our lessons for the Trump age | Jarosław Kuisz and Karolina Wigura

Rightwing populist Law and Justice party won an overall majority in Poland last year .

Polish activists faced an informal campaign by the authorities against the media and civil society.

They say they spoke about responding to this new regime as if we were once again under communism.

Here they offer advice for Americans and others who seem disorientated and overwhelmed.

Hardliners won’t change, but the 10-20% of swing voters in the centre can be decisive.

Regaining power is possible but requires a dual-track approach.

Use social media to shape political narratives, but also, unplug.

Switch on to political aeroplane mode. Don't get caught in the news cycle or buried under the flood the zone’ avalanche of absurdities populists use.