On July 21, Ukrainians go back to the ballot box to choose a new parliament. In April, voters made comedian and political novice Volodymyr Zelensky president. The outcome of Sunday’s parliamentary elections will determine Ukraine’s geopolitical course and policy choices over the next five years. As a long-time Ukraine hand, I offer seven predictions.
2019 Parliamentary Election
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An activist of European Solidarity Ukrainian Party by Ukrainian former President gives out newspapers and the leaflets in Kyiv on July 12, 2019, during campaign prior parliamentary early elections on July 21.
