Virtual Issue: Revolution in Progress? Continuity and Change in Ukrainian Politics
Virtual Issue: Revolution in Progress? Continuity and Change in Ukrainian Politics
Author(s): Joanna Szostek, Wendy Bracewell, Krzysztof JasiewiczSubject(s): Civil Society, Governance, Government/Political systems, Social development, Sociology of Politics
Published by: SAGE Publications Ltd
Keywords: Ukraine; Ukrainian politics; political change; political system; democracy;
Summary/Abstract: Ukraine has become known for episodes of dramatic political change. The massive street protests which forced President Viktor Yanukovych from power in 2014 have been dubbed the ‘revolution of dignity’ – a name which reflects Ukrainian citizens’ desire for change that is deep, enduring and beneficial for the whole of society. Yet, the Ukrainian political system has also demonstrated considerable capacity to resist the kind of ‘fundamental reordering’ which the country requires if it is to become a stable and prosperous democracy. [...]
Journal: East European Politics and Societies
- Issue Year: 31/2017
- Issue No: 04
- Page Range: 909-922
- Page Count: 14
- Language: English
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