In less than a week, Ukrainians go to the polls to elect mayors, city councils, and regional councils, and they’re eager to do so. A recent poll carried out by the International Republican Institute found that 75 percent of Ukrainians are very likely or somewhat likely to vote on October 25. A new law requires a runoff election if no mayoral candidate receives a majority in cities with more than 90,000 people, which adds an element of suspense. Runoff elections are slated for November 15, and analysts expect second rounds in approximately 35 cities, including Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipropetrovsk. Here’s …read more
Source: Atlantic Council
