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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Old Habits 

 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has fired several officials, some for corruption.  It seems old habits in Ukraine of being on the take remain, but such behavior is deadly for the country's reputation.  Why should Ukraine's soldiers fight and die and why should the West support a country in which its ministers are boodling?  Zelenskiy has answered what he says are calls for justice.  With billions flowing into the country for aid, it is tempting to pocket some so the government must be diligent in stopping graft.  That doesn't mean it will disappear entirely but it does say Ukraine is striving to be on the right side of the law.  It is essential for the company's fight against Russia to appear blameless.  It is one more burden on Zelenskiy as he directs the war.  


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