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It finally happened
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Ukraine has taken its next step towards democracy. Instances of succession and surrender of power in pursuance of the popular will are unusual for the former USSR. That is why Ukrainian elections are of that importance. What matters the most is not t...
Is there a chance to escape de-legitimisation of the election results?
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Recent developments in the election process in Ukraine may lead to potential de-legitimisation of the election results, no matter who formally wins it. The period between the two rounds of the presidential elections have seen a series of alarming eve...
Calm before the storm…
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So, the first round of the Ukrainian elections is over. As expected, two contenders reached the home straight – Viktor Yanukovych, with 35.32% of votes, and Yuliya Tymoshenko, with 25.05% of the 66.76% of those who came to the polls. Internatio...
History is closing a circle
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Viktor Yanukovych and Yulia Tymoshenko won the first round of the Ukrainian presidential elections on 17 January, as predicted. According to the Central Election Committee, 66.72% of the voters took part in the elections. As of today, 15.46 (CET) re...
European integration of Ukraine after the elections
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According to the Ukrainian constitution, foreign policy is the President’s prerogative. The attitude of the candidates to the further integration of Ukraine with the EU is therefore of core importance. It is the key question for the country’s...
Elections without a choice, or déjà vu effect
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Today, we will speak about the spirits dominating Ukrainian society. Who are people choosing as “their” candidates? Do they trust those whom they are going to vote for? Do they see any alternative, or may one say that the forthcoming elec...
Funny times, brother
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‘Funny’ times came, brother, a new future gives us a day, but why is there so little sun in the sky? Why am I writing sad songs? ‘Funny’ times came, brother, we’re approaching the destination, but why am I looking for...
Introduction into 2010 presidential elections in Ukraine
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In the recent weeks, Brussels housed several events dedicated to the forthcoming elections in Ukraine set for January 17, 2010. The interest in them is certain to grow with their approach. And this is good. The more attention is paid to Ukraine at th...
