Successful politics is about getting things done. By that standard, October was a successful month. Not only did the government pass sweeping healthcare reform, pension reform, and judiciary reform, it also staved off populist protests. In short, pragmatism prevailed over populism.
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Brian Mefford: Pragmatism prevails over populism in Ukraine
Acting Health Minister Ulana Suprun (C) and Ukrainian Prime Minister Volodymyr Groysman (L) applaud after parliament voted for medical reform on Oct. 19, 2017 in Kyiv.
