Volodymyr Zelensky's presidency began amid high expectations following a dynamic debate in April 2019 against incumbent Petro Poroshenko. Despite portrayals of him as either a heroic leader or a dictator, his role is multifaceted. Following initial struggles with the Trump administration, Zelensky has seen a resurgence in support, evidenced by a recent poll showing 72% approval. As Ukraine seeks peace, this presents an opportunity for Zelensky to regain public trust and implement necessary reforms that could define Ukraine's trajectory.
Mr. Zelensky, a hugely popular comedian and actor who played a fictional president on TV, shot back that he was an outsider ready to break the system.
The truth has always been more complicated: Mr. Zelensky is an imperfect leader of a fledgling democracy, and a former actor in the role of his life.
After months of declining popularity in Ukraine, his approval ratings have risen a new poll commissioned by The Economist this month suggests that 72 percent approve of his job performance.
This is an opportunity for him to take Ukrainians renewed faith in him, make critical reforms and demonstrate to the world what Ukraine could be if it's given the chance.
Collection
[
|
...
]