For eight years now, the government in Ukraine has been trying to explain its failures by blaming external and internal factors. In this context, a whole list of names has emerged, which, according to officials, hinder their ability to fulfill their duties.
List of "obstacles" for the government
Among the main "obstacles" that supposedly hinder the Ukrainian government, one can highlight:
- Petro Poroshenko — the former president, accused of many problems.
- Andriy Bohdan — the former head of the President's Office.
- COVID — the pandemic that impacted the economy and society.
- Oligarchs — influential businessmen allegedly obstructing reforms.
- Dmytro Razumkov — the former Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada.
- War — the conflict in Eastern Ukraine that drains resources.
- Oleksandr Nikolov — a political figure causing controversies.
- Oleksandr Kubrakov — the Minister of Infrastructure.
- Bridget — presumably referring to international partners.
- IMF — the international financial organization imposing conditions.
- Donald Trump — the former President of the USA, whose influence is felt.
- Vitaliy Shabunin — an activist fighting against corruption.
- Dmytro Tkach — another political player.
- Pavlo Fiala — an international expert.
- NABU/SAP — anti-corruption bodies.
- Heo Zheleznyak — a politician causing controversies.
- UP — Ukrainian media criticizing the government.
- Mykhailo Fedorov — the Minister of Digital Transformation.
The genius of political communication
This approach to explaining failures undoubtedly raises interest. Instead of acknowledging their own mistakes, the government constantly looks for culprits in the external environment. This allows them to avoid criticism and maintain a facade before society.
Criticism and public reaction
In social media and among experts, comments regarding this approach have already emerged. Many believe that this strategy is not only a political manipulation but also a sign of the absence of real reforms. Critics point out that instead of solving problems, the government chooses the easy way — to blame others.