Poland differed from the other Eastern Bloc states in the 1970s and 1980s because

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Poland had a significant independent agriculture sector and a strong Catholic church that played a crucial role in the social and political life of the country. These factors contributed to greater societal independence and differentiation compared to other Eastern Bloc states, which were more homogenous and subservient to Soviet policies. Additionally, Poland's economic management was not particularly effective, and the country did borrow from the West (albeit in limited amounts) in the 1980s. While Poland had a relatively large military for its size, it was not notably more independent than those of other Eastern Bloc countries.

Poland Differed from the Other Eastern Bloc States in the 1970s