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The Rev. Borys Gudziak “Save Soyuzivka now” campaign nominated for bishop, kicks off at Ukrainian Cultural Festival apostolic exarch for

LV I V – T h e Ukrainian Greek- Catholic Church (UGCC) will soon have a new bishop. Pope Benedict XVI nominated the rec- tor of the Ukrainian Catholic University in , the Rev. Dr. Borys Gudziak, as apostolic exarch for U k r a i n i a n s i n F r a n c e a n d a ppointed him The Rev. Dr. Borys Gudziak as titular bishop of Carcabia. The pope thus approved the recommendation of the Synod of Bishops of the UGCC. The news was officially reported by the Vatican Press Service on July 21. The new bishop will be the apostolic exarch for in France; the Exarchate, which was founded in 1960, also includes Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Switzerland. The Roma Lisovich pope accepted the resignation of the current apos- A banner announcing a new fund-raising campaign for Soyuzivka is suspended from the Main House. tolic exarch, Bishop Michael Hrynchyshyn, who PARSIPPANY, N.J. – The thousands who visited officers of the Ukrainian National Association and the turned 83 in February. Soyuzivka over the weekend of July 13-15 for the suc- MCs from the festival’s main stage. And, there were large Bishop-nominee Gudziak will be the 49th bishop cessful sixth annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival could not bins for donations to Soyuzivka. of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. The conse- help but notice the huge banner suspended from the The Soyuzivka Heritage Center in Kerhonkson, N.Y., cration of the new bishop is currently planned for Main House. “Save Soyuzivka! Now not later,” it read. needs to raise $1 million to offset the expenses incurred August 26 in Lviv. That message was buttressed by the leaflets being dis- He was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on November 24, tributed to Soyuzivka guests and the statements made by 1960, and was ordained a priest in 1998 at St. (Continued on page 18) George Cathedral in Lviv. He earned a Ph.D. in Byzantine and Slavic studies at Harvard University in 1992. He has served as rector of the Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv since 2002. A statement released on July 23 by the Canadian election observers’ office opened in Ukraine Ukrainian Catholic University noted: “Father Borys – The chair of the is not just the rector of our university. He became a Canada-Ukraine Foundation spiritual treasure who came into the lives of many (CUF), Bohdan Onyschuk, opened of us and transformed them considerably. The title its Election Observer Mission of bishop will duly crown the feats and efforts of office on July 12 in downtown our rector to create and develop a higher education Kyiv, with a reception attended institution that is so significant for Ukraine. The by some 35 invited guests, crozier will be a staff in his hands calling him to a including representatives of the new pilgrimage along unknown paths chosen for Canadian and four other him by the Lord.” Embassies and over 20 interna- The statement from the UCU community tional NGOs. expressed joy about the announcement: “We are In addition to the international glad for the sake of the faithful of the Apostolic NGOs, CUF invited and welcomed Exarchate of the UGCC in France, the Benelux coun- the major civil society groups and tries and Switzerland who will have such a pastor. NGOs from Ukraine, including We are glad for the sake of and of all the Chesno, the Committee of Voters UGCC laypeople who will have such bishop.” of Ukraine, Opora, the Human Rights Monitoring Group Sources: Religious Information Service of Ukraine, and the Committee for the Department of Information of the Ukrainian Greek- Defense of Democracy in Ukraine. UCC Catholic Church, Ukrainian Catholic University, Canadian Ambassador Troy At the opening of the Election Observer Mission office in Kyiv (from left) are: Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation. Head of Mission Derek Fraser, Member of Parliament Bob Dechert, Ambassador (Continued on page 14) Troy Lulashnyk and Bohdan Onyschuk of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation. 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

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Ukraine insists on cuts Noted actor dies together with international financial institutions, committed to support the in Russian gas imports KYIV – Ukraine on July 24 bid farewell modernization of Ukraine’s gas transit to the prominent theater and cinema system (GTS), if Ukraine would imple- actor Bohdan Stupka, who died at the age The National Energy Strategy sets out to ment necessary reforms bringing trans- by Oleg Varfolomeyev of 70 after a long illness. A farewell cere- cut annual gas imports to as little as 5 bcm parency into the energy sector. They also Eurasia Daily Monitor mony was held on the stage of Ivan by 2030, an improbably optimistic goal noted that although trilateral energy Franko Drama Theater in Kyiv. A pontifi- (see Eurasia Daily Monitor, June 19). The cooperation on mutually interesting cal funeral liturgy was served at St. After failing to persuade to government’s highly ambitious intention to terms is high on the agenda, the EU’s change the current gas contract, Ukraine is cut imports to 27 bcm this year is part of Nicholas Ukrainian Greek-Catholic relationship with Ukraine is in no way a threatening to break it. The state-owned the plan. This does not suit Gazprom, Church and burial followed at the function of its relationship with Russia. oil and gas company Naftohaz Ukrainy will which claims that lower imports will mean Baikove Cemetery. Stupka, Ukraine’s They said the EU’s approach to Ukraine is cut Russian gas imports from the 40 billion that Ukraine will not have enough gas in its best-known actor, was a winner of the not geo-strategically conditioned, and cubic meters (bcm) bought last year to 27 underground storage facilities to live Shevchenko Prize, Hero of Ukraine, artis- develops solely on the merits of the suc- bcm this year, according to the national gas through the winter, so it will siphon gas tic director at the Ivan Franko National cess of Ukraine’s reforms and the quality balance, which Ukraine’s government intended for Gazprom’s customers in the Academic Drama Theater and Ukraine’s of its democracy. “This is a key point to approved on June 20. . On May 18, Naftohaz offi- minister of culture between 1991 and keep in mind,” the EU leaders added. The contract, which was signed by the cially warned Gazprom that it would store 2000. He played over 50 roles on stage (Ukrinform) and on the screen. He was born on government of then Prime Minister Yulia gas in the underground facilities only for Yanukovych wants FTA deal with CIS Tymoshenko in January 2009, sets annual Ukraine’s own needs this year. This August 27, 1941, in the town of Kulykiv, gas purchases by Naftohaz from Gazprom prompted Gazprom to agree to pay Lviv region. Thousands of admirers of KYIV – President Viktor Yanukovych at 52 bcm, but no less than 42 bcm. A take- Naftohaz $2 billion for transit services in Stupka’s talent, friends and colleagues on July 24 tabled a bill on ratification of or-pay clause in the contract obliges advance, whereby Naftohaz will use the came to say goodbye to the outstanding the treaty on a free trade zone in the Naftohaz to pay for no less than that money to fill the underground reservoirs. actor. Also among the mourners were Verkhovna Rada, the Parliament’s official amount even if it imports less. The deal was signed in Moscow on June 7 President Viktor Yanukovych and former website reported. The Verkhovna Rada of The government that replaced Ms. (UNIAN, June 7). Presidents Leonid Kuchma and Viktor Ukraine and the State Duma of Russia Tymoshenko’s in 2010 has been arguing But Kyiv keeps insisting on Russian gas Yushchenko. (Ukrinform) (the lower chamber of the Russian that the contract needs revision as, on the import cuts. Gazprom CEO Alexei Miller EU leaders on gas talks and supplies Parliament) agreed on a simultaneous one hand, it set too high a price and, on the said on June 21 that Ukraine asked for only consideration of ratification of the agree- other hand, Ukraine does not need so 27 bcm of gas for not just this year but also KYIV – The ongoing talks between ment on a free trade zone within the much gas. for 2013. Ukrainian Energy Minister Yurii Ukraine and Russia about a reduction in Commonwealth of Independent States The contract suits Russia, so Gazprom Boiko said recently that Naftohaz might the gas price should not threaten gas (CIS). On October 18, 2011, eight CIS has been deaf to Ukraine’s arguments. In buy even less (Channel 5, June 27). Mr. deliveries to Europe, European countries agreed to establish a free trade April 2010 Russia agreed to a discount of Boiko spoke while Russian Prime Minister Commission President Jose Manuel area. (Ukrinform) $100 per 1,000 cubic meters of gas in Dmitry Medvedev was discussing gas with Barroso and European Union High Ukrainians of Russia on language bill exchange for extending the lease of its his Ukrainian counterpart, Mykola Azarov, Representative for Foreign Affairs and Black Sea Fleet at the base in Sevastopol, in Kyiv. Mr. Medvedev’s visit was apparent- Security Policy Catherine Ashton said in KYIV – Ukrainians of Russia are urging Crimea, from 2017 to 2042. However, the ly fruitless. an interview with the Razumkov Center, Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych discount has been dwarfed by the growth Ahead of the talks, Ukrainian officials it was reported on July 20. It is important not to sign the new law on languages, of the Russian gas price for Ukraine from had said the gas contract revision would be that ongoing talks between Ukraine and which, in the opinion of the community, $230 per 1,000 cubic meters in 2010 to discussed. However, Mr. Miller said after Russia on lowering the price for gas do degrades the status of the Ukrainian lan- $425 now, the discount included. the talks that a revision was not discussed not undermine Ukraine’s compliance guage and makes it impossible to pro- Russia would agree to cut the price if and that Ukraine was expected to continue with Energy Community Treaty commit- mote Ukraine abroad, reads an open let- Ukraine passed control of its gas transit adhering to the current contract. Mr. Miller ments, nor threaten the delivery of gas to ter to the Ukrainian president from pipelines to Russia and joined the Russia- also said that Gazprom’s gas for Ukraine Europe, the EU leaders said. According to Ukrainian organizations in Russia. “Mr. dominated customs union. However, Kyiv was cheaper than for many other clients in Mr. Barroso and Ms. Ashton, the EU, President, we are urging you to show is not willing to make such concessions. Europe (liga.net, June 27). He admitted Ukraine and Russia have a shared inter- statesmanship, to reject this unjust and Unable to persuade Russia to cut prices, est in ensuring that the chain from pro- erroneous law based on transient politi- Ukraine wants to reduce import volumes. (Continued on page 14) ducer via transit country to clients in cal expediency, confirm the commitment Europe works smoothly. They also recalled that in March 2009, the EU, (Continued on page 12) Former Ukrainian prosecutor alleges lobbyists behind Smith resolution The Ukrainian Weekly FOUNDED 1933 PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Reacting to a draft res- officials allegedly involved in ‘human rights An English-language newspaper published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., olution in the U.S. Congress foreseeing the violations’... I think that this project is a direct a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. 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Chris e-mail: [email protected] Ukrinform cited an interview with Smith, I can say that Mr. Obykhod is simply Walter Honcharyk, advertising manager (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040 Komsomolskaya Pravda in which Mr. wrong in his assertions that the resolution, fax: (973) 644-9510 Obykhod said, “Last week the U.S. Congress and more specifically, the provision regard- e-mail: [email protected] presented a draft resolution that envisages ing the imposition of U.S. visa bans, were ‘the Mariyka Pendzola, subscriptions (973) 292-9800, ext. 3042 the imposition of sanctions on Ukrainian direct result of the activities of lobbyists.’ ” e-mail: [email protected] No. 31 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 3 NATO secretary general: Ukraine’s leadership FOR THE RECORD should remove obstacles in further cooperation 15 years of Distinctive Partnership ForUm mitment to reforms of the judicial system and the legal system in Ukraine is a very KYIV – NATO Secretary General Anders important element in the further develop- between NATO and Ukraine Fogh Rasmussen has expressed the hope ment of this distinctive partnership,” he said. NATO of Ukraine’s armed forces and security that Ukraine’s leadership will settle the Speaking about the 15th anniversary of institutions. issue of the politically motivated prosecu- the charter, the secretary general stressed Fifteen years ago, on July 9, 1997, the A number of projects are generating tan- tion of former Prime Minister Yulia the importance of the distinctive partner- Charter on a Distinctive Partnership gible benefits. Some 5,200 released ser- Tymoshenko and former Internal Affairs ship based on the fact that an independent, between NATO and Ukraine was signed. It vicemen have benefited from NATO- Minister Yurii Lutsenko as soon as possible sovereign and stable Ukraine is one of the identified areas for consultation and coop- Ukraine programs that are helping Ukraine in order to remove these obstacles in fur- cornerstones in the Euro-Atlantic security. eration, and established the NATO-Ukraine retrain and resettle former military per- ther cooperation with the alliance. “This is a reason why we decided to engage Commission to take work forward. Since sonnel made redundant as a result of the Giving an interview on occasion of the with Ukraine within the framework of this then, dialogue and practical cooperation progressive downsizing of the Ukrainian 15th anniversary of the signing of the distinctive partnership. We have seen a lot have become well-established in a wide armed forces. And a 25 million euro Trust Charter on a Distinctive Partnership of progress in our relationship during these range of areas. Fund project is helping Ukraine to safely between NATO and Ukraine, Mr. 15 years,” he emphasized. Over the years, Ukraine has been a destroy dangerous stocks of unused and Rasmussen noted significant progress in Mr. Rasmussen noted that over the 15 much-valued contributor to NATO-led obsolete munitions. cooperation over these years. years of distinctive partnership the politi- operations. It is currently the only partner Both NATO and Ukraine have made clear When asked whether this was a reason cal leadership in Ukraine had changed on country contributing actively to the three that they are committed to working togeth- that NATO postponed the visit of the North several occasions but relations with main ongoing operations – the stabilization er further. The current Ukrainian govern- Atlantic Council to Ukraine, which could Ukraine had been good, and the partner- forces in Kosovo and Afghanistan, and ment has declared its intention to maintain take place this summer, Mr. Rasmussen ship had gradually developed during that Operation Active Endeavor, the counter- this strong level of cooperation with the said they did conduct an overall assess- period. terrorist maritime operation in the alliance. For their part, NATO heads of state ment on the current situation. He noted that at the 2008 NATO summit Mediterranean. and government declared at the Chicago “There is no reason to hide that the in Bucharest, it was decided that Ukraine Ukraine has pledged support for NATO’s Summit that NATO is ready to continue to Tymoshenko and Lutsenko cases and oth- would become a member of NATO. “And counter-piracy operation off the Horn of develop its cooperation with Ukraine and ers are a matter of concern. And a mutual that is, of course, an invitation. It is a state- Africa, with ships expected to deploy in assist with the implementation of reforms commitment to the rule of law and respect ment that our door remains open... But at 2013. It is also the first partner country to in the framework of the NATO-Ukraine for human rights are also a part of our dis- the same time we fully respect Ukraine’s contribute to the NATO Response Force. Commission and the Annual National tinctive partnership. And for that reason I decision to pursue what is called non-bloc Ukraine contributed to the NATO Program. see these cases as a major stumbling block status. That is for Ukraine to decide,” the Training Mission in Iraq, which ended in in our relationship, and I urged the political secretary general said in explaining the alli- Commitments to democracy December 2011. Ukrainian forces were leadership of Ukraine to get this issue ance’s position. and rule of law also part of NATO’s first peacekeeping mis- resolved as soon as possible,” the NATO He reiterated that NATO considers sion in Bosnia and Herzegovina. At Chicago, echoing a key point made in secretary general said. Ukraine a very important partner, but that the 1997 Charter, Allied leaders stressed When asked what will be a clear indica- it still had certain concerns. “I hope the Support for reform that “an independent, sovereign and stable tion that Ukraine-NATO relations can get political leadership in Ukraine are aware of Beyond support for operations, another Ukraine, firmly committed to democracy back on track and when the visit of North this serious concern, and will take a neces- important aspect of relations has been the and the rule of law, is key to Euro-Atlantic Atlantic Council will take place, Mr. sary step to remove that stumbling block,” support given by NATO and individual security.” Rasmussen noted that there were many Secretary General Rasmussen said. allies for Ukraine’s ongoing reform efforts, They welcomed Ukraine’s commitment things to be taken into account, including particularly in the defense and security sec- to enhancing political dialogue and the very busy schedule of the NATO officials. ForUm (www.for-ua.com) is an indepen- interoperability with NATO, as well as its “But, ultimately, let me be very frank dent informational analytical resource, free tors. These reforms are crucial to the ongo- contributions to NATO-led operations. about it. I think the release of Tymoshenko of commercial interests and political bias. ing transformation of Ukraine’s security However, noting the principles and com- would, of course, be an important element, Reprinted with permission from en.for-ua. posture and vital for the country’s demo- mitments enshrined in the Charter and but in general I think Ukraine’s clear com- com. cratic development. A Joint Working Group on Defense Ukraine’s Annual National Program with Reform, established in 1998, directs coop- NATO, allied leaders expressed their con- eration in this area. Ukraine has sought cerns about the rule of law in Ukraine and NATO’s support in efforts to transform its called on the government to address the OSCE media freedom representative calls Cold War legacy of massive conscript forces existing shortcomings of its judicial system. into smaller, professional and more mobile They also encouraged Ukraine to ensure on governments to address attacks on media armed forces. Another priority has been to free, fair and inclusive parliamentary elec- strengthen democratic and civilian control tions this autumn. OSCE combat impunity for crimes against media PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago – freedomwith Ms. and Mijatović single themurge outgovernments – in law and to The OSCE Representative on Freedom of practice – as particularly serious. They call for independent, speedy and Former police colonel indicted international freedom of expression rap- effective investigations of all incidents porteursthe Media, on Dunja June Mijatović,25 launched and their three annual other involving journalists and provide detailed 2012 Joint Declaration on “Crimes against recommendations on how to improve in Politkovskaya murder Freedom of Expression.” investigations. This includes strengthening “This year’s Declaration addresses the governments’ capacity and allowing the Committee to Protect Journalists also acquired the murder weapon and bul- issue of crimes against free expression and civil society to monitor and document such lets, the committee said. focuses on universal solutions to this mod- crimes to ensure the impartiality of the NEW YORK – Russian authorities have According to the independent business ern plague and encourages all governments legal procedure. The rapporteurs also formally indicted retired police Lt. Col. weekly Kommersant, Mr. Pavlyuchenkov and other stakeholders to help counter the stress that victims of these crimes are enti- Dmitry Pavlyuchenkov on charges of com- could face a life term in jail if convicted, killings of journalists, as well as the physical tled to redress. plicity in the murder of Anna but his cooperation with investigators may attacks and psychological threats they sys- The declaration was facilitated by two Politkovskaya, reported Russia’s help him receive a shorter sentence. In late tematically face. Virtually every week I have non-governmental organizations, London- Investigative Committee on July 16. Ms. May, a Moscow court released Mr. to intervene in cases where journalists are based Article 19 and the Center for Law Politkovskaya, an investigative reporter Pavlyuchenkov under house arrest, news persecuted for fulfilling their public duty to and Democracy in Canada. with the Moscow-based independent reports said. He is reportedly undergoing inform their societies and communities,” “Addressing violence against journalists newspaper Novaya Gazeta and a fierce medical treatment at a Moscow hospital, as a direct threat to our democracies will critic of the war in Chechnya, was slain in the reports said. Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) help bring attacks on media freedom high her apartment building on October 7, Authorities had arrested Mr. atsaid the Ms. press Mijatović conference of the on Organizationthe launch of thefor on all government’s agenda. We as interna- 2006. Pavlyuchenkov in August 2011 on accusa- 14th Joint declaration. tional media freedom advocates need to The committee said Mr. Pavlyuchenkov, tions of organizing the murder, but down- In the declaration, Frank La Rue, the support numerous international and local former head of surveillance at Moscow’s graded the charges against him a month United Nations special rapporteur on free- NGOs working to provide safer work condi- Main Internal Affairs Directorate, the city’s later to involvement in the killing. dom of opinion and expression; Catalina main police force, had ordered his subor- “The terrible murder of Anna Botero, the organization of American States Joint declarations of international free- dinates to follow Ms. Politkovskaya and Politkovskaya nearly six years ago is still special rapporteur on freedom of expres- domtions offor expression media,” Ms. byMijatović the special said. rappor- identify her schedule and usual routes marked by impunity,” said Nina Ognianova, sion; and Faith Pansy Tlakula, the African teurs have been adopted annually since without informing them of his motives. Europe and Central Asia Program Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights 1999, covering universal challenges to The colonel then shared the information Coordinator for the Committee to Protect special rapporteur on freedom of expres- media freedom and freedom of expression with members of a gang specially formed sion and access to information; together are accessible at www.osce.org/fom/66176. to kill the journalist. Mr. Pavlyuchenkov (Continued on page 4) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

OBITUARY William Norrie, former mayor of Winnipeg, friend of Ukrainian community, dies

by Orysia Paszczak Tracz WINNIPEG, Manitoba – William (Bill) Norrie, former mayor of Winnipeg and a friend of the Ukrainian community, passed away on July 6 at the age of 83. He was the second longest serving mayor of Winnipeg (1979-1992, winning five elections) after Steven Juba, a son of Ukrainian pioneers and the first non-Anglo-Saxon mayor, who served for 21 years. Mr. Norrie was well-liked by the citizens of the city, and at his memorial service on July 11 family and friends spoke about what an approachable and enthusiastic people person he was. This Rhodes Scholar at Oxford and a chancellor of the University of Manitoba will be remembered by the motto repeated at his memorial service: A life well lived. Among the Ukrainian Canadian community of Winnipeg, he will be remembered for his support of many Ukrainian activities over the years. He attended very many Ukrainian functions, wearing his “vyshyvanka” (embroidered shirt) and singing “Mnohaya Lita”. A heart-breaking yet uplifting incident in 1992 was Mr. Norrie’s attendance at the opening of the Kyiv Pavilion at the multicultural festival, Folklorama. He attended the opening every year, and it was his promise to continue this. But that year, just days before the opening of the festival, Bill and Helen Norrie were devastated to learn that their eldest son, Duncan, had died in an airplane crash in Katmandu, Nepal. The couple grieved at their summer cottage on the lake, but came into the city for the Kyiv Pavilion opening. They learned how respected, loved and supported they were by Mayor William Norrie after the unveiling of the The inscription on the memorial (it appears also in the emotional outpouring at their arrival. The tears flowed Holodomor monument in Winnipeg on June 24, 1984. Ukrainian and French). on stage and in the very large auditorium. But the lasting legacy of Mayor Norrie for Ukrainian A place of honor was reserved for the survivors of the Committee,” chaired by Hryts (Harry) Dmytryshyn, that this Winnipeg is the Holodomor monument by sculptor Roman Holodomor living in Manitoba, who laid a wreath at the foot massive project became a reality. The location of the monu- Kowal that stands in front of Winnipeg City Hall. of the new monument. The blessing of the monument and ment in front of Winnipeg City Hall was helped by the Sponsored by the Manitoba branch of the Ukrainian the panakhyda (memorial service) were sung by the friendship of former high school classmates Mr. Canadian Committee, it was unveiled on June 24, 1984, by Metropolitan Maxim Hermaniuk of the Ukrainian Catholic Dmytryshyn, Ivan Baluta (a member of the committee) and the mayor, with Canadian and Manitoba government repre- Church in Canada and Metropolitan Andrew of the Mr. Norrie. Major Ukrainian events in the city are held sentatives and delegates from the Polish and Jewish com- Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada. either at this monument on the grounds of the Taras munities present. It was through the intrepid work of the “Holod Shevchenko monument at the Manitoba Legislature.

was among a conspiracy that included sus- Khadzhikurbanov are both serving prison Politkovskaya on the orders of an uniden- Former police... pected killer Rustam Makhmudov; his two terms in connection with other crimes, tified person. The committee said that the brothers, Ibragim and Dzhabrail; their according to news reports. No trial dates mastermind “was dissatisfied by the jour- (Continued from page 3) uncle, Lom-Ali Gaitukayev; and a former have been scheduled for any of the sus- nalist’s exposés of human rights abuse, Journalists. “Authorities must continue to police operative, Sergei Khadzhikurbanov. pects. In February 2009, a jury unani- theft of state property, and office abuse by move forward in prosecuting those Rustam Makhmudov was arrested in May mously acquitted three defendants in the government officials.” responsible for this slaying, which epito- 2011 in connection with the Politkovskaya case. * * * mizes the injustice that has reigned in murder and indicted a month later; his According to the Investigative EDITOR’S NOTE: Anna Politkovskaya journalist murders in Russia.” brothers are reportedly banned from leav- Committee, Mr. Gaitukayev organized the was born Anna Mazepa on August 30, 1958, Authorities allege Mr. Pavlyuchenkov ing Russia. Messrs. Gaitukayev and criminal group tasked to kill Ms. in New York. Her parents, both Ukrainian,

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Lucia Paraska Kachmar, daughter of James Arianna Tekla Kushnir, daughter of and Jennifer Kachmar of Sacramento, Stephania Katarina and Jason Vladimir Calif., is a new member of UNA Branch Kushnir of Easton, Conn., is a new mem- BRIGHTON, Mich. – The spirit of Dibrova Day was in full swing on May 19 when 486. She was enrolled by her grandpar- ber of UNA Branch 162. She was members of the Detroit District Committee of the Ukrainian National Association and ents Alex and Joanne Kachmar. enrolled twice – once by her grandpar- the Dibrova estate – about 30 people in all – spent the day beautifying the grounds of ents Jolanta and Jurij Fedorijczuk Dibrova in preparation for the season. Seen above are some of the participants of the (Branch 162 secretary) and again by her clean-up day. great grandmother Katerina Jankowski. – A.J. Serafyn Dance, Dine, Party at Soyuzivka!

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The measure was referred to the political figures for prosecution; week. But a quick search on its Russian athletes pages finds a handful of Olympians list- Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Whereas the most stark manifestation of ed as having been born in parts of Russia that, well, aren’t parts of Russia – but were Committee on the Judiciary. Ukraine’s democratic backsliding has been parts of the Soviet Union.” the politically motivated prosecution and That’s the lead to a story published on July 25 by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. imprisonment of former Prime Minister and RESOLUTION Among the “regions” of Russia (abbreviated on the Olympic website as RUS) listed opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko, former on the profiles of its Olympic athletes are Georgia, , Azerbaijan, Belarus, Urging the government of Ukraine to [Internal Affairs] Interior Minister and oppo- Kazakhstan and Tajikistan. According to news reports, the profiles are provided by ensure free and fair parliamentary elections sition leader Yuri Lutsenko, and former act- each country’s National Olympic Committee – not by the London Games’ organizers. on October 28, 2012, by adhering to demo- ing Defense Minister Valeriy Ivashchenko; Perhaps the Kyiv Post headline said it best: “Russian Olympic Committee annexes cratic standards, establishing a transparent Whereas Ms. Tymoshenko and other ‘Ukraine Region.’ ” And, it is more than a “handful” of athletes that are misidentified: the electoral process and releasing opposition imprisoned senior former government offi- Kyiv Post reported that at least 30 Russian Olympic team members were listed as leaders sentenced on politically motivated cials have been denied access to proper med- natives of Russia, although they quite obviously are not. grounds. ical care; Volleyball player Taras Khtey (born in 1982), for example, is listed as having been Whereas Ukraine’s independence and Whereas, since Ms. Tymoshenko’s impris- born in “Lvov Region (RUS).” Canoeist Alexey Korovashkov (born in 1992) is listed a future democratic evolution is of vital impor- onment, the prosecutor general has native of “Ukraina Region (RUS).” Sailing team member Tatiana Bazyuk (born in 1984) tance to the Euro-Atlantic community; reopened additional highly questionable, is identified as being a native of “Lutsk (RUS).” However, the birthplace of rhythmic Whereas, since the restoration of politically motivated cases against her, some gymnast Karolina Sevastyanova (born in 1995) is bizarrely listed as “Ukraine Region Ukraine’s independence 21 years ago, the of which were previously closed and report- (UKR).” United States and Ukraine have maintained a ed to be sealed under a 10-year statute of Similarly, as RFE/RL reported, the entry for fighter Arsen Galstyan (born in strong relationship, as evidenced by the limitations; 1989) lists his birthplace as “Armenia (RUS),” while boxer David Ayrapetyan (born in United States-Ukraine Charter on Strategic Whereas the continued imprisonment and 1983) is listed as having been born in “Baku (RUS).” Boxer Sergei Vodopiyanov and Partnership and Ukraine has played a vital, prohibition from participation in the October wrestler Khasan Baroev were born in the 1980s and were listed, respectively, as natives active and constructive role in enhancing parliamentary elections of Ms. Tymoshenko of “Kazakhstan Region (RUS)” and “Dushanbe (RUS).” global security; and Mr. Lutsenko makes it impossible for the Interestingly, athletes from two regions that broke away from Georgia and were rec- Whereas Ukraine stands at a critical junc- international community to assess these ognized by Russia as independent states, Abkhazia and South Ossetia, were also listed ture in its development to a more fully demo- elections as having fully met international as being from “RUS.” Both were recognized as independent by Russia after its 2008 war cratic country, and the parliamentary elec- democratic standards; with Georgia; however, most of the world still considers the two regions a part of tions on October 28, 2012, will play a highly Whereas according to the Department of Georgia. significant role in demonstrating the serious- State’s 2011 Country Report on Human Georgia has sent a letter of protest to the London Games’ organizers, and Ukraine’s ness of the Ukrainian authorities’ commit- Rights Practices, serious and salient human Foreign Affairs Minister Kostyantyn Gryshchenko has ordered Ukraine’s Embassy in ment to democracy and respect for human rights problems in Ukraine include the gov- the United Kingdom to contact the Organizing Committee of the 2012 Olympics and rights and the rule of law; ernment of Ukraine’s measures to limit free- ask it to correct the mistakes in the biographies of athletes born in Ukraine. The Whereas, since Viktor Yanukovych dom of peaceful assembly, increased govern- Ukrainian minister also criticized the way information about these athletes was pre- became president of Ukraine in February ment pressure on independent media outlets sented, including a reference to “Ukraine Region,” and said, “We will find out who made 2010, Ukraine has seen serious setbacks to and non-governmental organizations this mistake. Let them correct it.” its democratic development, including the (NGOs), and pervasive corruption in all RFE/RL reported on July 26 that a spokesman for the London Games said organiz- concentration of power in the hands of the ers are “aware of this issue” and are awaiting a response from the relevant national president and his Party of Regions; (Continued on page 14) Olympic committees that provided the information. It’ll be interesting to see Russia’s response, particularly since Russia still considers independent states once part of the Soviet Union to be part of its inviolable “sphere of influence.” But just how much “influence” is too much? We remember the words of Russia’s President/Prime Minister/President to President George W. Bush at the ACTION ITEM: Rep. Smith’s 2008 NATO summit in Bucharest: “Well, you understand, George, Ukraine is not even a state.” And we continue to see how Russia wants to extend its “influence,” whether through the Kharkiv accords of 2010, the concept of the “Russkyi mir” or the promotion resolution on Ukraine of the in Ukraine. Clearly, the days of Russian hegemony are not over. On Monday, July 16, Rep. Chris Smith a congressional resolution regarding (R-N.J.), chairman of the U.S. Helsinki Ukraine, a strategic partner of the United Commission, introduced a resolution in the States. This autumn, Ukraine will hold its House of Representatives urging the gov- national parliamentary elections. ernment of Ukraine to uphold international The current situation in that country is standards and conduct free, fair and trans- of particular concern to me as an American Aug. Turning the pages back... parent parliamentary elections in October. of Ukrainian heritage. In the past several The resolution also highlights the recent years under the helm of President Viktor democratic regression transpiring in Yanukovych, Ukraine has been in a down- 2 Last year, on August 2, 2011, the High Administrative Court in Ukraine in the past several years, in partic- ward spiral of regressive democratic trends, 2012 Kyiv declared illegal the title of “Hero of Ukraine” bestowed by ular the selective prosecution of political as evidenced by the selective prosecution of former President on Ukrainian nationalist opponents. former government officials, the denial of leaders Roman Shukhevych and Stepan Bandera. The Ukrainian National Information basic human rights and the crackdown on Approximately 100 protesters gathered in front of the courthouse to show their sup- Service (UNIS) appeals to the Ukrainian the media. port for maintaining official hero status for the two men. community and its organizations to write The strategic partnership between the The ruling in Kyiv supported verdicts by two lower appellate courts in that to their representatives in Congress and United States and Ukraine must be utilized Shukhevych, leader of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), and Bandera, leader of the request that they sign on to the resolution to urge the government of Ukraine to con- Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN), were not Ukrainian citizens – a prerequisite as co-sponsors. (Below is a sample letter.) duct free, fair and transparent parliamenta- of the honorary title. Please use the online link to contact your ry elections in October. As your constituent, Considered heroes by many Ukrainians, the two fought against both the Nazis and the Representative directly at http://www. I respectfully request your support of H. Soviets during the second world war and for several years afterward. A dwindling minori- house.gov/representatives/ For additional Res. 730 “Urging the government of ty in Ukraine regards Bandera and Shukhevych as traitors for fighting against the Soviet information, please contact UNIS at 202- Ukraine to ensure free and fair parliamen- soldiers. 547-0018 or [email protected]; or contact tary elections on October 28, 2012, by National Deputy Andriy Parubiy said that the court’s decision was “political,” and Orest Deychakiwsky at the U.S. Helsinki adhering to democratic standards, estab- expressed hope that the hero status would be supported by the administrative court, Commission at 202-225-1901 or Orest. lishing a transparent electoral process and which had previously upheld another of President Yushchenko’s executive orders regard- [email protected]. releasing opposition leaders sentenced on ing the UPA’s struggle for Ukrainian independence. “Unfortunately, today we were very politically motivated grounds.” disenchanted with this decision,” Mr. Parubiy said. SAMPLE LETTER Your support as a co-sponsor would be Political analyst Volodymyr Fesenko said that the Ukrainian government did not want greatly appreciated and would send an to upset western Ukrainians, who largely support the hero status of both men, by directly The Honorable (First/Last Name) urgent message to the Ukrainian govern- overruling the designation. “They would rather have the courts do their work for them,” U.S. House of Representatives ment to ensure the parliamentary elections he said. “If there are any protests, they can always say: this wasn’t us, this was a court deci- Washington, DC 20515 will meet international democratic stan- sion and we must respect it.” dards. Dear Representative (Last Name): Source: “Ukrainian court rejects ‘hero’ status for nationalist leaders,” by RFE/RL, The Sincerely, Ukrainian Weekly, August 7, 2011. I am writing to request your support for (your name) No. 31 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 7

From a Canadian Angle PERSPECTIVES by Oksana Bashuk Hepburn by Andrew Fedynsky Cat-and-mouse games in Ukraine Saving Ukrainian treasures After the successful Euro 2012, some orchestrated Famine of 1932-1933, the Over the years, I’ve been to my share of Ukrainian works: the Alla Rogers Gallery in hoped Ukraine’s President Viktor Holodomor, as a genocide, said it best earlier Ukrainian homes, visiting friends, caroling, Washington; Zorya in Greenwich, Conn.; the Yanukovych would rise to another occasion this year after Parliament’s Standing dropping off children for birthday parties. I Canadian Ukrainian Art Foundation Gallery and ensure freedom for incarcerated politi- Committee on Foreign Affairs held a hearing always see Ukrainian artwork on the wall, in Toronto. No doubt there are others. Each cal opposition leaders. on Ukraine. “Canada has always demonstrat- embroidery decorating a table, pysanky on has a website. And there’s always eBay. He missed a fine opportunity on July 12, ed global leadership with our foreign poli- the mantle, a book shelf with publications Plus, there are Ukrainian museums. As the date of former Prime Minister Yulia cies on Ukraine and other new democratic about Ukraine. director emeritus and now resident scholar Timoshenko’s appeal hearing. Ostensibly, countries. The challenge to the free world is Ukrainians can be proud of a culture at the Ukrainian Museum-Archives (UMA) the seven-year sentence was for Ukraine’s to find new ways to help emerging and that goes back to before the birth of Christ. in Cleveland, I know a bit about collecting 2010 energy deal with Russia, but most call struggling democracies. Election observers, And yet, in the last century it was almost and preserving the Ukrainian cultural heri- it politically motivated persecution. For that civil society funding, institutional capacity- lost to genocide and two world wars. It’s a tage. Not a week goes by that a package reason, the international democratic com- building are all very important. But hard- wonder the nation still exists at all. doesn’t arrive with items that should be munity showed up to hear the appeal. won democratic freedoms are being Not that the Soviets didn’t try. They preserved. On occasion, we get an entire The gallery was full of observers, includ- trumped by rogue state leaders, not just in destroyed historic archives, notably those library or massive collection of artwork, ing those from the United States and other Ukraine, but elsewhere as well. Canadian of the Ukrainian National Republic (1917- scholarship or ephemera. Invariably, there embassies. The European Parliament dele- foreign policy has to continue to adapt to 1920), incinerated in a 1964 KGB-inspired are real treasures, but more often we get gation included former President this new reality.” arson. During the Great Terror of the duplicates. Then what? Aleksander Kwasniewski of . There Ukraine is not alone in needing help from 1930s, the NKVD seized thousands of For the past two years, the Omelian and were NGOs, media and plenty of representa- friends. The descent into civil war in Syria, “avant garde” paintings, confiscated count- Tetiana Antonovych Foundation has been tives from Batkivshchyna, Ms. Tymoshenko’s the uncertainty in Egypt, questionable prog- less literary manuscripts and, Taliban- funding a UMA project to send duplicate Party. Canada was represented by Bob ress elsewhere in the Arab Spring countries style, destroyed architectural monuments, books and periodicals to Smoloskyp, the Dechert, parliamentary secretary to the make it clear that democracies need to do particularly churches. Most horrific was Vasyl Stefanyk Library, the National minister of foreign affairs, and Ambassador more for countries searching for a better the assembly-line massacre of cultural fig- University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy, the Troy Lulashnyk. way. There is a universal need to develop ures played out in ghastly counterpoint to National University of Ostroh Academy and In a telephone press conference from new strategies to assist aspiring democra- the Holodomor. Having murdered millions a half dozen other institutions in Ukraine. Kyiv with Canada’s media, Mr. Dechert said, cies in the early transition stages when the in the 1930s, it’s not surprising that the College interns cataloguing our collection “The purpose of my visit is to participate as vacuum that draws rogues and charlatans Soviets were able to coerce millions more also help prepare shipments to partner one member of the Canadian observation creates situations ripe for calamity. Ukraine to abandon their language and heritage in institutions in Ukraine. There, we’re told, a team at the appeal hearing of Ms. knows all about atrocities. Chaos, aggres- the decades that followed. Huge numbers gleaning process takes place, as well, with Tymoshenko and in the opening of the sion, famine, ethnic cleansing, exile to the of people, including my family, fled to other duplicates of once forbidden publications Canada Ukraine Foundation election observ- gulag and massive immigration mush- countries. shared with other institutions. er mission office.” The foundation, part of roomed in both post-world war periods as Culture defines a nation. Take that away Still, valuable artifacts of Ukrainian cul- the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, was a no- misguided policies and despots took the and there’s nothing. The political diaspora ture do get lost and that’s deplorable, but show at the hearing. upper hand. And, unfortunately, despite in the 1940s and ‘50s was painfully aware also unavoidable. It’s going to happen. The hearings concluded with what clearly huge strides since independence, things are that the government in Kyiv was working Bottom line: Ukraine must grow as a continues to be further nose-thumbing by still not as good as they need to be in the against the country’s national interests. In national-cultural entity if the market for the regime at the rule of law, the appellant quasi-democratic Ukraine under President response, immigrant scholars and activists, Ukrainian culture is to expand. It’s mysteri- and representatives of the free world. The Yanukovych. only recently arrived from displaced per- ous how that happens. Some nations grow, judges decided that the appeal could not But what can Canada do? sons (DP) camps, did something astonish- others die. Those that grow have a solid proceed because Ms. Tymoshenko was not Mr. Dechert offered a few approaches. He ing. They developed a network of institu- corps of people who volunteer their time, present. The gallery broke out in shouts and indicated that Canada would continue work- tions to substitute for those that normal contribute money, and support youth orga- boos; the defense objected; the international ing on, but would not ratify, a free trade countries maintain to preserve their histo- nizations and schools. community was stunned. After a brief recess agreement with Ukraine until there is move- ry and culture: the Ukrainian Free Like so many others in the diaspora, I the justices read from what appears to have ment towards the rule of law. Furthermore, Academy of Sciences; the Shevchenko was brought up to love Ukrainian culture been a previously typed statement noting Canada may deny entry to individuals who Scientific Society; university research insti- and work for its survival. I don’t know the that if the defendant is ill she cannot attend, abuse power and freeze their assets. This tutes in Edmonton, Toronto, Boston, formula for that on a large scale. I can only therefore the hearing cannot proceed. policy thinking is in tandem with what the Illinois, Ohio, etc.; museums in Detroit, work in the level I’m at – the UMA in Mr. Dechert, a Canadian lawyer found the United States is proposing, and Canada Chicago, Cleveland, New York, Stamford, Cleveland, where we try to promote one lit- decision “unusual.” In Canada, as elsewhere, could make a further contribution by per- Conn., Bound Brook, N.J. tle place in global Ukraine, accepting art- appeals are primarily procedural and do not suading friends like Great Britain and others Which brings me to a letter to the editor work and boxes of donations, encouraging require the defendant’s presence. Most to re-examine some of their liberal policies. in the June 10 issue of The Ukrainian volunteerism, developing partnerships with importantly, Ms. Tymoshenko had complied It may be time to name and shame. The Weekly from Orysia Nazar Zinycz deploring other institutions and, critically, nurturing with Ukraine’s law by providing permission British Virgin Islands and Cypress, for the loss of Ukrainian treasures when folks this generation of young people through for the appeal to proceed in her absence. instance, are a haven for Ukraine’s scandal- retire or pass away. She cites instances internships and programs. There’s a lot of The game of cat and mouse continues as ously rich. In 2011, according to published when paintings, embroideries, woodcarv- enjoyment and satisfaction doing that. Mr. Yanukovych et al seem to care little for reports, a handful transferred some $360 ings, video-recordings, photographs, etc. So, to assure Ms. Zinycz, there’s a parcel international opinion or Ukraine’s own laws. billion to these two havens – more than are sold at yard sales, donated to thrift in diaspora Ukraine in Cleveland where Such cockiness implies assured power, antic- Ukraine’s budget for that year. shops or left on the curb for trash collec- we’re constantly adding to our collection. ipates victory and puts a huge question Mr. Yanukovych, whose prime policies are tors. Her examples relate to Florida, but Ms. But that’s expensive. Expanding the collec- mark on the outcome of the Verkhovna Rada to make the rich richer (his family is rising Zinycz points out that “this probably occurs tion forces us to expand exhibit space, stor- elections this fall. meteorically to the top) and keep the oppo- in other communities as well” and, chal- age and conservation facilities, and that Perhaps James Bezan, who led Canada’s sition imprisoned, seems confident that lenges readers to “find a way to prevent drives our capital agenda where success, Parliament in recognizing the Kremlin- Canada and other democracies can’t stop such things from happening,” and solicits ironically, increases our operating budget him. But they must. Failure to do so in thoughts on the matter. Here are mine. and the demand for volunteers. We’re not Ukraine has implications for the entire for- Ms. Zinycz is 100 percent correct: the loss alone. Our partner institutions face the We welcome your opinion mer Soviet space, including belligerent of Ukrainian artwork and other artifacts is a same challenge. It’s what Ukraine faces as a Russia, and anywhere the people want polit- tragedy. So what to do? The optimal nation, but it’s about growth, not decline, The Ukrainian Weekly welcomes letters recourse is to develop a market for ical change. Bad governments threaten glob- and that’s good. A year ago, major to the editor and commentaries on a vari- Ukrainian culture so that someone would no al peace and security, and that’s our business Ukrainian American cultural institutions ety of topics of concern to the Ukrainian more leave a painting by Moroz, Kolomayets, met in Cleveland to discuss these issues – not just Ukraine’s. American and Ukrainian Canadian com- Hnizdovsky, Krychevsky or other artists on and coordinate activities. We’ll be meeting munities. Letters should be typed and signed That is why Canada with other democra- the curb, than they would a work by Edward again in September in Stamford, Conn. (anonymous letters are not published). cies will be standing guard on August 16th Hopper or Mary Cassatt. Most, I’ve observed, The loss of Ukrainian treasures in the Letters are accepted also via e-mail at staff@ when the Tymoshenko appeal comes up appreciate the value of their parents’ art- 20th century is incalculable, and Ms. Zinycz ukrweekly.com. The daytime phone num- again. It’s important for the leaders of the ber and address of the letter-writer must be work, books, photos, etc. and add them to is to be commended for pointing out the global Ukrainian diaspora to be the watch- given for verification purposes. Please note their own collections. But, as Ms. Zinycz problem today. We have tools to act on her dogs of this process too. that a daytime phone number is essential points out, that doesn’t always happen. alert. Let’s use them. in order for editors to contact letter-writers Ideally, that’s where the market comes in, regarding clarifications or questions. Please note: THE LENGTH OF LETTERS Oksana Bashuk Hepburn may be con- and happily there is one, however modest, Andrew Fedynsky’s e-mail address is CANNOT EXCEED 500 WORDS. tacted at [email protected]. with a handful of galleries specializing in [email protected]. 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

COMMENTARY Provincialism in the diaspora and Ukraine, or why political science is absent here and there

by Taras Kuzio from Johns Hopkins universities earned by 24-hour news program, was launched in and the World Bank. A Ukrainian presence Mr. Kudelia, are not recognized by Kyiv by Jewish-Ukrainian oligarchs Mr. in Washington has been intermittent and A small minority of Ukraine’s elites Ukrainian universities – as he found out at Kolomoyskyy and Vadym Rabinovich in reliant on grants for visiting scholars that speaks English, take an interest in or Kyiv Mohyla Academy and then moved 2010 with an initial investment of $5 mil- are limited to one- to two-year residences. understand the outside world. Ukrainian back to the U.S. where he found an aca- lion. Undergraduate and graduate university Catholic University Yaroslav Hrytsak demic position. Ukrainian American and Ukrainian courses on Ukrainian politics only believes provincialism is the hallmark of Ukraine does not publish political sci- Canadian businesspersons have donated appeared in 2004 when I began a visiting independent Ukraine’s leaders because, ence journals or books. Visiting Kyiv’s similar amounts to non-Ukrainian causes professorship at George Washington “practically none of the current or former bookstores and the capital city’s Petrivka in North America, such as Toronto’s Royal University’s Institute for European, presidents, prime ministers and even book market, one will find very few books Ontario Museum, and therefore it is not a Russian and Eurasian Studies. The visiting Ministers of Education speak any foreign on Ukrainian politics, except translations question of a lack of resources, but a lack professorship was funded by the William languages except Russian” (Istorychna of Western authors. In the 1990s, there of vision and provincialism found within and Helen Petrach Program on Ukraine. Pravda, July 27, 2011). President Viktor were far more books published about the Ukrainian diaspora towards Ukraine. Mr. Petrach had offered his financial contri- Yanukovych was the only world leader Ukrainian politics and the journal The Ukrainian diaspora’s contribution to bution to the Harvard Ukrainian Research who could not speak English during the Politychna Dumka (Political Thought) was Ukraine’s media market is very weak and Institute but they turned the sum down April 2010 Washington nuclear summit. published. it is surprising that the diaspora has not and he turned to George Washington National University of Kyiv Mohyla A country that lacks political science as invested in political science and to assist University. Academy President Serhiy Kvit said, a discipline taught in higher education, Ukraine’s elites to escape from provincial- In 2010, as a visiting fellow at Johns “Today, English is perceived by the authori- such as Ukraine, cannot produce political ism. Suchasnist magazine, which was pub- Hopkins University’s School of Advanced ties to be a destructive factor that could elites. This is clearly evident in the poor lished in Munich in 1960-1991 and since International Studies (SAIS), I launched a undermine the so-called ‘progressive’ quality and provincialism of Ukraine’s 1992 in Ukraine, had only 100 subscribers monthly Ukraine Policy Forum (UPF) that Ukrainian (post-Soviet) system of higher elites from both the Party of Regions and in the Ukrainian diaspora and closed for brings together government policy-mak- education and research. Poor knowledge the national democratic opposition. financial reasons in 2010. ers, think tank experts, democracy promo- of English, or lack of it, is a problem of all Indeed, the Party of Regions website has Diaspora funding goes to non-political tion foundations and academics. In post-Soviet states, a fact that is completely an English page (http://www.partyofre- science subjects. Krytyka magazine December 2011, the UPF published a joint- ignored by the Ukrainian government.” gions.org.ua/en) – unlike those of receives indirect support through joint ly edited book by Dan Hamilton, Director The Yanukovych administration became Batkivshchyna (http://byut.com.ua/) or programs between the Instytut Krytyky of SAIS’s Center for Transatlantic the first in two decades to prohibit “the the Front for Change (http://frontzmin. NGO and the Ukrainian Research Institute Relations, and this writer titled “Open requirement of English from applicants to ua/). Furthermore, the Party of Regions at Harvard University and has a small cir- Ukraine. Changing Course towards a the university.” In Ukraine the provincial- has a better record of listening to Western culation of 1,000. The Canadian Institute of European Future.” (The book is available at ism of elites explains why, Prof. Hrytsak political consultants and elections advis- Ukrainian Studies supports the publication http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/publica- believes, “they could not offer Ukraine any- ers. by the Institute of Ukrainian History at tions/books/Open_Ukraine/open-ukraine. thing new. This to a great extent explains The Ukrainian diaspora has provided Lviv University of Ukraina Moderna and by html.) the failure of the and very small volumes of investment into the Kowalsky Institute at Kharkiv Georgia’s reforms and integration into the failure of current reforms.” Ukrainian-language publications in University of Skhid-Zakhid. Unfortunately, Europe are ahead of Ukraine because Viktor Yushchenko received a diploma Ukraine and no investment into political these three publications have limited intel- George escaped from its post-Soviet, in bookkeeping in 1975 from the Ternopil science (aside from party publications, lectual readerships, preach to the already Eurasian provincialism. Whereas Ukraine’s Institute of Finance and Economics, and he such as OUNm’s Rozbudova Natsiia pub- converted and, with two of them published Association Agreement with the European began his working life as a deputy to the lished in the 1990s). In 1995, Jewish- by and for historians, do not contribute to Union is now frozen, Georgia and chief accountant in a collective farm. His Ukrainian émigrés from New York’s Novoe political science in Ukraine. are likely to sign their agreements by next limited Soviet education and low-ranking Russkoe Slovo, the oldest Russian émigré The Ukrainian diaspora’s weak support year. Members of Georgia’s younger gener- career could never have prepared him for newspaper, launched the influential for political science in Ukraine is a reflec- ation trained in Western universities, the positions of National Bank of Ukraine Zerkalo Nedeli (Russian edition) weekly tion of two factors. First, the largest speak and read English, and returned to chairperson, prime minister and president. newspaper. Ivan Drach revealed that in Ukrainian émigré political organization, Georgia where they launched the 2003 Mr. Yushchenko, although married to a 1995 the editors of Zerkalo Nedeli had the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists Rose Revolution and became the country’s Ukrainian American, still speaks no approached him to seek Ukrainian diaspo- (Bandera Wing) has always opposed fund- ruling elites. The average age of the English. ra funding to publish a Ukrainian edition. ing for Western academic centers on Georgian government officials is 30 and, Ukrainian party political programes are “They thought the Ukrainian diaspora Ukraine. At the same time, OUN(b) and its have Western law degrees (including intellectually weak and ideologically amor- might assist them. He explained to them related organizations have never invested President Mikheil Saakashvili), MBAs or phous, there is little to differentiate the [the newspaper’s editors] that they simply in alternative academic and political sci- other qualifications (Georgia – unlike Party of Regions from “Orange” political did not have the funding for a Ukrainian ence institutions and publications. Second, Ukraine - recognizes Western degrees). In forces in their populist economic and social edition.” (Kyiv Post, July 13, 2000). The edi- political science is either non-existent or a Ukraine the average age of officials in the policies and all of their programs cover for- tors of Zerkalo Nedeli found domestic very low priority at Harvard University’s government led by Mykola Azarov is 60, eign policies in an abstract manner. funding and the Ukrainian edition Ukrainian Research Institute (HURI), and these officials and President Political science, as a scholarly disci- (Dzerkalo Tyzhnia) began publication in whose three chairs are devoted to history, Yanukovych are a product of the Leonid pline taught in Europe and North America, 2000. language and literature; the chair of Brezhnev “era of stagnation.” is largely non-existent in the Ukrainian Ukrayinskyy Tyzhden (The Ukrainian Ukrainian Studies at the University of Timothy Garton Ash wrote in “The education system and what does exist, Week), the only Ukrainian-language politi- Toronto, the Canadian Institute of Guardian” (May 30)” “To hear Yanukovych political studies (politolohiya), is not politi- cal magazine published in Ukraine, has Ukrainian Studies (CIUS), and Columbia justifying the imprisonment [of cal science. Politolohiya is isolated from Austrian-Dutch financing from ECEM University, where Ukrainian studies were Tymoshenko] in terms of an independent European and North American political Media. Two other Ukrainian-language established in the 1990s but again not in judiciary and the rule of law, as I did at a science, and politolohy (political experts) political weeklies Novynar magazine, pub- political science. meeting earlier this year, was to listen to a come from a wide range of academic and lished by American businessperson Jed HURI turned this author’s political sci- homo sovieticus who was not even good at non-academic backgrounds. Sunden, and Glavred magazine, published ence proposals down on three occasions lying.” Very few politolohy speak English, and by Jewish-Ukrainian oligarch Igor for Eugene and Daymel Shklar Research Ukrainian academic institutions in most do not have political science training. Kolomoyskyy and Our Ukraine business- Fellowships in Ukrainian Studies, including North America provide no support for Only a handful of Ukrainian universities person Oleksandr Tretiakov, closed in a proposal to write a contemporary history political science in the United States and subscribe to European and North 2008 and 2010 respectively for financial of Ukraine (the book, completed this year, Canada, and not surprisingly, they also American political science journals. Serhiy reasons. was written with Austrian and Japanese provide no support for political science in Kudelia pointed out in his article “Is politi- The Ukrainian diaspora, which includes fellowships). CIUS turned down proposals Ukraine. The Ukrainian dispora in North cal science possible in Ukraine?” (Krytyka, many millionaires in North America, has to teach on contemporary Ukraine at the America has been unable to find the Nos.1-2, 2012) that ‘practically none’ of the not initiated and supported anything com- University of Toronto in favor of teaching resources and vision to match the invest- thousands of Ukrainian Ph.D. students in parable to that launched by Jewish and at York University on Ukrainian art. HURI ments of Jewish oligarchs in Ukraine, such Ukrainian politolohiya have published Russian oligarchs in Ukraine. In 2008 two and the Chair of Ukrainian Studies at the as Mr. Kolomoyskyy, émigré Jewish their research in Western academic jour- Russian oligarchs, Vladimir Gusinsky, who University of Ottawa, were disinterested in Russians like Messrs. Gusinsky and nals or as books in Europe and North owned Russia’s largest independent media jointly publishing Ukraine Analyst, a Kagalovsky, and Jewish Ukrainians who America. empire Media-Most until his forced exile in bimonthly publication on current politics have launched independent television Western master’s and doctoral degrees, 2001, and Konstantin Kagalovskiy, a busi- in Ukraine, whose editor is this writer. channels and newspapers. Austrian-Dutch such as the M.A. from Stanford and Ph.D. ness partner of imprisoned oligarch The most surprising aspect of diaspora money finances Ukraine’s only Ukrainian- Mikhail Khodorkovskiy, launched TBi inde- provincialism is how it has ignored language magazine. Taras Kuzio is a non-resident fellow at pendent television channel in Ukraine. TBi Washington, one of the most influential cit- The only conclusion one can reach is the Center for Transatlantic Relations, is headed by well-known Ukrainian jour- ies in the world. The city has over five pri- that the diaspora’s provincialism is School of Advanced International Studies, nalist Mykola Kniazhytskyy. JN1 television vate prestigious universities, tens of think matched by the provincialism that perme- Johns Hopkins University. channel, the world’s first Jewish CNN-type tanks, the International Monetary Fund ates Ukraine’s elites. No. 31 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 9

Ukrainian Olympians at the Summer Olympic Games by Ihor N. Stelmach Great Britain’s lone Olympic wrestler is Ukrainian Flag-bearer Hontyuk not superstitious Ukraine native Olga During the opening cere- Golden Eagle track star on Team Ukraine Butkevych, who hails from monies of the 2012 Summer R e c e n t S o u t h e r n Zaporizhia, is representing Olympics, Ukraine’s national Mississippi University grad- Great Britain as the coun- flag will be carried by uate and former track and try’s only wrestler at the Roman Hontyuk, medal field All-American Hanna 2012 Summer Olympic hopeful in the sport of judo. Demydova is representing Games in London. The Carrying his nation’s flag her native Ukraine at the 26-year-old was among a will be a great honor for the 2012 Olympic Games in the group of Eastern European 28-year-old athlete. He t r i p l e j u m p . N a m e d athletes brought over to hopes to dispel the recent london2012.com Conference USA Field train with the Great Britain london2012.com trend of flag-bearers per- Olga Butkevych Roman Hontyuk Athlete of the Year, london2012.com squad in 2007. She was forming poorly in Olympic Demydova won the 2012 granted a British passport in May. competitions. Hanna Demydova NCAA Outdoor Track and The 5-foot-3 Butkevych has enjoyed recent success on Past great Ukrainian athletes like figure skater Viktor Field triple jump title with a meet record performance of the international scene, claiming a bronze medal at the Petrenko (Lillehammer, 1994), pole vaulter Serhiy Bubka 14.20 meters, earning her First Team United States Track 2011 European Championships in Dortmund, Germany, (Atlanta, 1996) and swimmer Yana Klochkova (Beijing, and Field and Cross Country Association All-America hon- and a silver medal at the 2012 London Summer Olympics 2008) all underperformed in years they carried the flag of ors. She also captured the NCAA East Preliminary triple wrestling test event in December 2011. She will compete in Ukraine. Their disappointing performances followed med- jump crown with a leap of 13.99 meters. the freestyle 55kg (120 lbs.) weight category as England’s al-winning achievements in prior Olympic Games. She appeared to earn a spot on the Ukrainian national only wrestling representative after the sport failed to reach Hontyuk is not superstitious. He does not believe the team in June when she jumped an Olympic A standard the agreed selection criteria. British wrestling was initially extra duty will affect his performance. “It doesn’t matter 14.50 meters, finishing second, but officials held off until awarded three places at the Games, then lost two after a whether you bear a flag or not,” Hontyuk said to reporters. after the European Championships to decide on the sec- ruling by the Olympic Qualification Standards panel. “The main thing is the psychological condition and positive ond of the two triple jumpers going to the Olympics. In order to be eligible for the 2012 Games, Butkevych mood.” Demydova did not excel at the European needed to obtain British citizenship. The sport’s governing Not only is Hontyuk not superstitious – he actually Championships, jumping only 13.72 meters, double fault- body petitioned the authorities in order to meet time con- believes the opposite – being the flag-bearer will bring him ing twice to put her Olympic status in doubt. She ended up straints for Olympics registration. She became eligible for luck. As the first Ukrainian athlete to win a medal in Beijing, making the Olympic team after all. British citizenship in February after living in the U.K. for he got Ukraine rolling to its highest number of Olympic Demydova attended the Higher Sport School in her five years. In March she was turned down for citizenship, medals in its short history of being an independent state. home town of Mykolaiv, Ukraine, where she began her col- then awarded it on appeal. Fellow Ukrainian and British Hontyuk hopes to complete his personal medal trifecta lege studies at Mykolaiv State University. Her parents are wrestling team member Yana Stadnik had her citizenship in London. He won a bronze medal four years ago in Valentin and Yeyna Demydova, and she is working on a application turned down at the same time Butkevych’s was Beijing and a silver medal in Athens (2004). He’s going for master’s degree in sports management. awarded. the gold in the 90kg division. Ukraine hopes for 20+ medals

by Ihor N. Stelmach It will be a challenge for Team Ukraine to better its 2008 Summer Games total of 27 medals at the upcom- ing London Olympics. Tied for ninth among all partici- pating nations four years ago, Ukraine will be hard- pressed to crack the top 10 this time around. Major sports publications are prognosticating Ukraine will Illya Kvasha and Oleksandr Prygorov capture around 18 medals in London, which translates to about 11th place overall. This publication is going the more optimistic route, predicting at least 20 medals and a spot in the top 10. Below is a listing of Ukraine’s top medal hopefuls – both individuals and teams by sport: Archery – men – Dmytro Hrachov Boxing – 132 lbs. – Vasyl Lomachenko 141 lbs. – Denys Berinchyk 152 lbs. – Taras Shelestyuk 165 lbs. – Evhen Khytrov 178 lbs. – Oleksandr Gvozdyk 201 lbs. – Oleksandr Usyk Diving – men – 3-meter synchronized springboard – Illya Kvasha and Oleksandr Prygorov Fencing – women – individual saber – Olga Kharlan Judo – men – Georgii Zantaraia Rowing – women – quadruple sculls without cox Shooting – women – Olena Kostevych Track and field – men – javelin – Oleksandr Pyatnytsya – women – 4x100 meter relay triple jump – Olha Saladuha heptathlon – Nataliya Dobrynsky Weightlifting – men – 207 lbs. – Artem Ivanov Wrestling – men – 145 lbs. – Andriy Stadnik – women – 121 lbs. – Tetyana Lazereva 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

Taras R. Hnatyshyn Victor Kurylyk After a show lasting over two hours, hears requests for yet another encore. “Vyshkilnyi Tabir” campers welcome Mandry. Ukraine’s Mandry headlines festival of Ukrainian American Youth Association

Taras R. Hnatyshyn Ukrainian American Youth Association President Andriy Bihun welcomes guests at the Friday evening reception and weekend festival, along with Mandry’s Taras R. Hnatyshyn lead singer Serhiy “Foma” Fomenko. Mandry performs during Saturday’s grand concert before thousands of fans.

by Ulana Blahy hour show the crowd cheered, sang and Spy Moya Ridna Zemlia.” Under a beautiful ers and participate in a question and danced along to favorites such as “Lyubov,” starry summer night with oselia’s monu- answer session, during which Foma reiter- ELLENVILLE, N.Y. – The 2012 “NadiaYe!” “Orysia,” and “Karpaty.” ments to heroes as a backdrop, the song ated his commitment to Ukrainian rock Ukrainian festival on June 29-July 1 the A special treat for the campers came made a powerful statement. As Ukrainian music. He stressed the foundation of the Ukrainian American Youth Association when lead singer Foma invited camper flags waved in the crowd, the passionate and culture, unlike hosted Mandry for its U.S. premiere, gra- Maksym Lozynskyj from New York to join audience responded to Mandry that indeed many other pop artists and rock groups ciously welcoming the popular Ukrainian him on stage prior to performing “Kalyna.” “nadiya ye!” (there is hope!) that have crossed into Russian in the quest folk-rock band from Kyiv. Judging from the audience’s reaction, the Wrapping up the concert at almost mid- for popularity. The weekend’s festivities kicked off with duet did not disappoint. night, the band took the time to graciously The campers song by Mandry and camp a welcome reception and private concert Reflecting on the meaning of the “Nadiya meet with fans, sign autographs and take favorites such as “Chervona Ruta,” as well a on Friday evening, June 29, as guests Ye!” festival, and its relation with the photographs. rendition of Mandry’s song “Svit” under the arrived at the “Oselia” (resort) in Ellenville, Ukrainian American Youth Association’s Earlier in the week, upon the band’s direction of Mr. Stasiw. The campers also N.Y. Stepping into a wanderers’ fête as a goal of nurturing and educating Ukrainian arrival, 117 campers taking part in the sang “Ne Spy Moya Ridna Zemlia,” accom- reflection of the “mandrivnyky/travelers” American youth in the spirit and ideals Vyshkilnyi Tabir (Counselor Training panied by guitar (Maksym Lozynskyj), identity of Mandry, guests were treated to invoked by its motto “God and Ukraine,” Camp) were treated to a special meet-and- trumpet (Andrea Wasylyk) and keyboard an intimate concert with a set including Foma reminded the Ukrainian diaspora to great session with Mandry members and (Andrij Stasiw), which evoked an emotion- Mandry’s popular hits “Svit” and “Doroha.” continue its support and fight for a free and staff. The campers – teenagers from across al response from Mandry, as Foma joined in The crowd quickly warmed up and democratic Ukrainian nation before break- the United States and Canada – had the and sang with the campers. started dancing around the enchanted set- ing into their beautiful, patriotic ballad “Ne opportunity to meet the Mandry perform- When the tribute to Mandry seemed ting when the band started up its unique- over, the band was overwhelmed by the sounding “Kalyna” and “Vitre Tsyhane.” Ukrainian spirit demonstrated by the Andrij Stasiw, general manager of oselia, campers, future leaders of the Ukrainian along with Andriy Bihun, president of the Youth Association, who continue to believe Ukrainian American Youth Association in the ideals of an independent and demo- national executive office, highlighted the cratic Ukraine. organization’s work and expressed their Foma complimented the campers, com- gratitude for Mandry’s visit to the festival. menting that he would like to record Reminding guests of the decades of sup- port the oselia in Ellenville has offered the another track of “Svit” with the chorus; he UAYA to fulfill its mission with educational, reiterated his admiration for the campers cultural and sports summer programs, and their talents on the main stage during guests generously donated to the Oselia Saturday evening’s grand concert. Capital Campaign, showing their support of The weekend festivities concluded on the UAYA mission. Sunday afternoon during the annual As the sun set over the Catskill “Sviato Heroiv” (Heroes Tribute), recogniz- Mountains on Saturday evening, June 30, a ing the fallen heroes who had fought for crowd of over 2,000 gathered on the great Ukraine’s independence. The UAYA, joined field, inching as close as possible to the by several other organizations, placed stage, anxiously awaiting Mandry to kick memorial wreaths in front of the monu- off the grand concert. As Serhiy “Foma” ments honoring Symon Petlura, Yevhen Fomenko and the band took the stage, the Victor Kurylyk Konovalets, Roman Shukhevych and crowd erupted in cheers. During the two Mandry Band members answer questions during a private Q+A session with campers. Stepan Bandera. No. 31 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 11

Christine Syzonenko Christine Syzonenko Hunter area’s Ukrainian community opens 50th jubilee season with festival The Iskra dance ensemble performs agains the backdrop of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church.

by Natalia Voronka Bilash tained the audiences under the hot sun. In addition, fes- anticipated commemorative “Jubilee Memory Book,” tival-goers had an opportunity to tour the church made which features the history of the church and the JEWETT, N.Y. – On a sunny Saturday, June 30, over without nails and in the Boyko style, taste Ukrainian Ukrainian community, as well as 173 individual/family 400 parishioners and community members of the cooking, peruse the “50 Years in Pictures” anniversary memories with pictures. This book is available for pur- Catskill Mountains, as well as those who used to fre- photo exhibit on view at the Grazhda throughout the chase at the Grazhda shop through the end of summer. quent the Hunter area in summer and winter joined summer, purchase Ukrainian goods and souvenirs, and There was a nice program for children and young- together to officially kick off St. John the Baptist partake in demonstrations about mushroom picking, sters, which included a bounce house, as well as arts/ Ukrainian Catholic Church’s 50th anniversary celebra- beekeeping, pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs) embroi- crafts and games. tion. dery, ritual breads and bead-making. The festival was a hit with both the young and old. The opening ceremony led by Bishop Paul A wedding album, containing photos of some of those The St. John Church jubilee celebrations will last Chomnycky, eparch of Stamford, Conn., started the fes- who were wed in the church in the last 50 years, was through the summer and will culminate in a pontifical tivities, followed by a live program of entertainment. also on exhibit in the Grazhda, where it will remain for divine liturgy, and banquet and anniversary program on The festival program included a variety of Ukrainian the rest of the summer. Sunday, September 2. More information can be found on dance groups, singers and instrumentalists that enter- The public also had its first glimpse of the much- the parish website at www.UkrainianMountaintop.org.

Tanya Dragan-Voyevidka Tanya Dragan-Voyevidka Parish trustees Stepan Korostil and Bohdanna Tytla. Bishop Paul Chomnycky is flanked by the Rev. Stepan Popko (left) and the Rev. Ivan Kaszczak.

Kalyna Procyk

At the folk art segment of the festival, Larysa Zielyk (right) and Roman Hrycyn Lubow Wolynetz display “vyshyvky” (embroideries) and “korovayi” (wedding breads). The scene inside the vendor’s tent. 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

Oblast leader: bill to be revised Expert expects veto of language bill ment for back pain in a state-run hospi- NEWSBRIEFS tal. Ms. Tymoshenko is serving a seven- KYIV – Ukrainian President Viktor KYIV – The president of Ukraine is like- year sentence on abuse of power charges (Continued from page 2) Yanukovych will return the language bill ly to veto the law on the basis of the state allegedly committed when she was prime to Parliament for revision, said the chair language policy, renowned political scien- minister. The current trial concerns alle- to the Ukrainian state, the Ukrainian of the Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast State tist and writer Dmytro Vydrin said in an idea, Ukrainian values, collegiality, and gations that Ms. Tymoshenko evaded mil- Administration, Mykhailo Vyshyvaniuk, interview with one of Ukraine’s online lions of U.S. dollars in taxes in connection confirm the integrity of Ukraine,” the let- speaking at a press conference in Ivano- publications. Mr. Vydrin said: “The point is ter emphasized. Representatives of the with a private energy company, United Frankivsk on July 23. “The Ukrainian that [the law’s] authors and lobbyists Ukrainian community recalled that in Energy Systems, which headed in the president will return the language bill to failed to present it properly, interpret and 1991-1992 Ukrainians of Russia massive- 1990s. (RFE/RL, based on reporting by Parliament for revision with respective find the critical mass of arguments needed ly led their children to Ukrainian Sunday Reuters and UNIAN) amendments,” he said. At the same time, to defend it, and even just didn’t tell the schools, which then opened up every- story of the creation of this law, which was Belarus outlaws independent pollster where in Russia. “Because the state of Mr. Vyshyvaniuk noted that Ukraine would adopt a law on language policy interpreted exclusively as ‘pro-Russian Ukraine appeared with the state tricks.’ ” He said he believes that many of – The lower chamber of the Ukrainian language... Parents, consider- that will clearly define Ukrainian as the Belarusian Parliament on June 26 adopt- sole official language in Ukraine. “A law the protesters against the law have not ing themselves Ukrainians, not removing read it. “It seems to me that those people ed an amendment to the Administrative themselves from Ukraine, thought of the on language policy will be adopted. It will Violations Code, stipulating harsh penal- clearly envisage that only Ukrainian is the who haven’t read the law, are ‘against,’ and children, perceived the state Ukrainian those who’ve read, support it... I’ve read ties for conducting a sociological survey official language in Ukraine. We are not language as one of the factors of living the law and I think that it is quite com- without accreditation. It is believed that talking about a second official language. standards in the state of Ukraine,” reads mon. Some of its provisions can be argued. the amendment targets the Institute for The rights of national minorities to use the letter. At the same time, the letter The law can be interpreted in different Socioeconomic and Political Studies their language will not be violated,” Mr. noted that in Russia there are still no ways. In my view, the document doesn’t (IISEPS) simply because it is the most Ukrainian schools or mass media, and “it Vyshyvaniuk said. He said that the presi- change, but rather, ‘preserves’ the current active opinion surveyor in the country. seems that they may never appear.” The dent was currently waiting for remarks situation, however, it also makes our reali- Other pollsters that conduct and publish letter underscored, “If the status of the and reservations from expert commis- ty neither worse nor better,” he said. Mr. surveys in Belarus on orders of interna- Ukrainian language is degraded (which is sions, including from the Venice Vydrin further noted that the law was tional agencies and grant-making institu- an obvious fact), how can we preserve Commission, regarding the language bill poorly presented to society: the opposi- tions – such as Novak, headed by Dr. Ukrainian values here and bring up the in Ukraine. All of them will be sent to the tion has deliberately presented it as some Andrei Vardomatsky, and a group of soci- children as belonging to them.” Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, he said. Mr. kind of seizure of sacred fundamental civil ologists from the Belarusian State According to July 23 news reported, the Vyshyvaniuk added that the president rights and gains. (Ukrinform) University under the guidance of Dr. statement was signed by 57 people – was well aware of what unrest the adop- David Rotman – already have proper leaders and members of Ukrainian orga- tion of the language bill caused in Opposition: regime targets truth tellers accreditation papers. So far, the quarterly nizations in Russia. (Ukrinform) Ukrainian society. (Ukrinform) surveys by the IISEPS have been the most KYIV – The opening of criminal cases reputable source of sociological informa- against independent Ukrainian media tion about Belarus. The fact that approxi- before parliamentary elections indicates mately since 2006, IISEPS’s surveys have that the government has finally over- been almost equally disliked by the gov- stepped the limit between democracy and ernment and by the opposition (as rat- totalitarianism, the council of the ings of the opposition parties, of their Batkivshchyna united opposition stated. leaders, and of alternative presidential TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL Walter Honcharyk (973) 292-9800 x3040 “The events of recent days – the opening or e-mail [email protected] hopefuls have been routinely assessed as of criminal cases against the editor-in- abysmally low) has boosted the prestige chief of the independent television chan- of the IISEPS even more as a sign of its SERVICES PROFESSIONALS nel TVi and against editorial staff of the impartiality. 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In its most recent survey, con- The opposition described the prosecution ducted earlier in June, IISEPS revealed of journalists in Ukraine as a signal for all that, while public perception of the eco- independent media, political experts and nomic situation has been on an upward leaders who “should clearly realize that trend for the fourth quarter in a row, now everyone who wants freedom in this President Alyaksandr Lukashenka’s per- country and professes the principles of sonal rating has shrunk to 29.7 percent. democracy and freedom of speech could This is the share of the electorate that be subject to criminal prosecution, for would be willing to vote for Mr. any frivolous reason.” The statement also Lukashenka if the presidential elections said: “We urge the leaders of the were conducted “now.” In September European Parliament, the European 2011, Mr. Lukashenka’s rating reached an Commission, all public figures in the all-time low of 20.5 percent; by world and diplomatic agencies to make a December, it was up to 24.9 percent, and firm and principled assessment of open by March 2012 to 34.5 percent – a jump aggression by the Ukrainian authorities of almost 10 percent in one quarter. with respect to independent media in Previously, his between-elections ratings HELP WANTED Ukraine.” The prosecutor’s office in the used to hover around 40 percent, and Pechersk District of Kyiv has opened a they fluctuated in unison with the peo- criminal case against the LB.ua online ple’s perception of their economic situa- We are seeking a babysitter news site for the violation of secrecy of tion. 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forums and conferences will get the right NEWSBRIEFS to receive long-term multiple-entry visas Ukrainian World Congress seeks and will have the fee for the issuing of (Continued from page 12) their visas canceled. The agreement ty.” The resolution accompanies new leg- improves the procedure for issuing visas meeting with President Yanukovych islation which, technically, modifies the to journalists and members of their TORONTO – In a July 23 letter to Ukraine the “Russkii mir” ideology, by law on political parties. The amendments teams (operators, sound engineers, etc.). President Viktor Yanukovych, Ukrainian such means as the so-called adoption by ban the display of the hammer and sickle The greater transparency of the process World Congress (UWC) President Eugene the Verkhovna Rada of the Draft Law on “on any type of surface” for political or of obtaining visas will be ensured from Czolij called for a working meeting the Principles of State Language Policy propaganda purposes. This would evi- now on. EU member-states undertake to between Ukraine’s president and the UWC that contravenes Article 10 of the dently include red flags, electoral ballots provide the possibility for the submis- leadership in order to discuss issues of Constitution of Ukraine providing that or publications’ mastheads. More general- sion of visa applications to the Embassies concern to the Ukrainian diaspora. Ukrainian is the sole state language of ly, the new law bans the “propagation of and Consulates of EU member-states in The issues include: Ukraine; totalitarian ideologies” in the country. Ukraine without intermediaries. The new Democratization of Ukraine: persis- The 80th anniversary of the The new stipulations go into effect on document also regulates the question of tent appeals by the international commu- Holodomor of 1932-1933: the interna- October 1. This timeline allows the issuing multiple-entry and long-term nity,• including the Ukrainian World tional• commemoration of the 80th anni- Communist Party a respite to change its visas. The agreement will enter into force Congress, calling for Ukraine’s governing versary of the Holodomor and the erec- iconography. The law does not explicitly after the parties carry out the required authorities to revert to democratic gover- tion of a monument in Washington, hon- penalize non-compliance with the ban. domestic procedures. (Ukrinform) nance and respect for human rights and oring victims of the Holodomor; (Eurasia Daily Monitor) Ukraine and EU initial FTA fundamental freedoms, and to abide by the The 65th anniversary of Akcja Wisla: decisions of the European Court in accor- financial support from Ukraine for the res- Tunnel between Slovakia and Ukraine KYIV – Ukraine and the European dance with the European Convention on toration• of the Narodnyi Dim in Przemyzl Union have finally completed the techni- BRATISLAVA, Slovakia – Police have Human Rights ratified by Ukraine in 1997; (Peremyshl), Poland; cal process of finalizing the text of the discovered a 700-meter-long smuggling Parliamentary elections in Ukraine: Financial investments in Ukraine by section of the association agreement that tunnel between Slovakia and Ukraine, it the participation of imprisoned opposition the Ukrainian diaspora: the Ukrainian concerns the creation of a deep and com- was reported on July 19. Slovakia’s leaders• in the October parliamentary elec- diaspora• as an important source of finan- prehensive free trade area (DCFTA). The Interior Minister Robert Kalinak said tions, the elimination of all forms of pres- cial investment into the Ukrainian econo- final initialing of the text took place in 13,100 cartons of cigarettes were confis- sure on independent mass media and the my; Brussels on July 19, according to the cated at the entrance to the tunnel in monitoring by international observers of Ukrainian state programs for the press service of EU Commissioner for Slovakia’s Nizne Nemecke, which exits in the electoral process, including the mis- Ukrainian diaspora: the importance of Trade Karel De Gucht. Ukraine and the EU Ukraine’s Vysne Nemecke. According to sions being organized by the Ukrainian publicizing• details on disbursements from the police, the smugglers had been started talks on the signing of the associa- World Congress, Ukrainian Congress the State Program for Cooperation with “unusually professional.” The tunnel tion agreement in 2007. On December 19, Committee of America and Ukrainian Diaspora Ukrainians for the period up to matched high mining standards and had 2011, following the Ukraine-EU summit, Canadian Congress; 2010 and the financial status of the State even been fitted with a small train and the sides announced the completion of Ukraine’s Euro-integration: the Program for Cooperation with Diaspora tracks for transporting goods. Both ends the negotiation process on the associa- importance of Euro-integration for the Ukrainians for the period up to 2015. had been fenced off by the smugglers. No tion agreement, including the creation of strengthening• of Ukraine’s statehood and The UWC is the international coordi- further details were given about the sus- a deep and comprehensive free trade the country’s future development, and for nating body for Ukrainian communities in pects detained since more arrests were area. On March 30, the sides initialed the its protection against Russia’s imperial the diaspora representing the interests of expected. Officials say Slovakia had been political part of the document, as well as plans for creating a Russia-dominated over 20 million Ukrainians. The UWC has deprived of up to 50 million euros ($62.5 the first and last pages of the economic Eurasian union of the former Soviet repub- member-organizations in 32 countries million U.S.) in tobacco tax because of the section. (Ukrinform) lics, and the need for Ukrainian governing and ties with Ukrainians in 15 additional tunnel. (RFE/RL, based on reporting by UEFA: Euro 2012 a big success authorities to adhere to European values countries. Founded in 1967 as a non-prof- AFP, DPA and Interfax) in order for the European Union-Ukraine it corporation, the UWC was recognized Ukraine, EU simplify visa regime – European soccer govern- Association Agreement to be signed and in 2003 by the United Nations Economic ing body, UEFA, says high ticket sales ratified; and Social Council as a non-governmental KYIV – Ukrainian Foreign Affairs and a large influx of tourists contributed The threat of Ukraine’s de-Ukrainiza- organization (NGO) with special consulta- Minister Kostyantyn Gryshchenko and to making the Euro 2012 tournament tion: the serious harm of furthering in tive status. European Union Commissioner for co-hosted by Ukraine and Poland a “big • Enlargement and European success.” UEFA Operations Director Neighborhood Policy Stefan Fule signed a Martin Kallen was quoted on July 18 as supplementary agreement on visa facili- saying during a visit to Warsaw that the tation in Brussels on July 23. The docu- June 8-July 1 tournament drew 1.44 mil- Nobel Peace Prize winner’s ment introduces amendments to the cur- lion fans and marked the first time a rent visa facilitation agreement, which Euro tournament had sold “100 percent” expand the list of persons who may apply of its tickets. The match with the highest solidarity with Tymoshenko for visas to the EU countries under the attendance, the June 15 Sweden- simplified procedure. “Ukraine has taken England contest in Kyiv, saw a turnout of another important step towards obtain- 64,640 fans. The Euro 2012, which ing the visa-free regime with the marked the first major international European Union,” Mr. Gryshchenko said. sporting event to be hosted by the two The agreement foresees the extension of post-Communist countries, had been categories of citizens who will be eligible dogged early on by concerns about high for visa facilitation: members of public accommodation costs, poor organization organizations, religious communities and and reports about the threat of racist representatives of professional associa- violence. (RFE/RL, based on reporting tions participating in international by uefa.com and AFP)

В ДРУГУ БОЛЮЧУ РІЧНИЦЮ ВІДХОДУ У ВІЧНІСТЬ нашої незабутньої МАМИ, БАБЦІ, ПРАБАБЦІ, СЕСТРИ І ТЕТИ св. п. ОЛЕКСАНДРИ ФЕДОРУК з дому Гурин tymoshenko.ua будуть відправлені PARIS – Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi (left) expressed her solidar- Поминальні Служби Божі в: ity and support for jailed former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko during • Церкві св. Івана Хрестителя, Нюарк, Н. Дж.; a recent meeting with the ex-premier’s daughter, Eugenia (right), in Paris. “Yulia Tymoshenko is a very strong woman. I know of her struggle against the authoritari- 3 серпня 2012 р. о год. 7:45 ранку, an regime in Ukraine and, therefore, I express my solidarity with political prisoner • Соборі Св. Андрія Первозваного, Підволочиськ; Yulia Tymoshenko and I wish her the strength to overcome all the obstacles on • Церкві Різдва Христового, Тернопіль; Ukraine’s path to democracy. I believe in her victory,” Ms. Suu Kyi was quoted as • Соборі св. Юра, Львів. saying on Yulia Tymoshenko’s official website on July 3. Eugenia Tymoshenko thanked the Burmese opposition leader for her support and noted that her mother would not back down from her fight. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

Canadian government, including the min- dards; Canadian election... ister of foreign affairs, who has been a con- Smith resolution... (3) calls for denying United States visas to (Continued from page 1) stant supporter of advancing democracy in (Continued from page 6) Ukrainian officials involved in serious human Ukraine.” rights abuses, anti-democratic actions, or cor- Lulashnyk warmly welcomed the mission, Ambassador Fraser, the head of the branches of government, all of which could ruption that undermines or injures demo- indicating that Canada would be sending a observer mission, said, “We are very have a detrimental impact on the upcoming cratic institutions in Ukraine, including offi- large observer corps as well, and Member pleased that the government of Canada election process; cials responsible for and participating in the of Parliament Bob Dechert brought greet- has paid close attention to the democratic Whereas the Freedom in the World selective prosecution and persecution of ings from Prime Minister Stephen Harper developments in Ukraine. We also look for- Indexes for 2011 and 2012 prepared by political opponents; and Minister of Foreign Affairs John Baird. ward to working with the many NGOs who Freedom House have downgraded Ukraine’s (4) urges the government of Ukraine to The CUF chair introduced Derek Fraser, have pledged their cooperation with the rating from “Free” to a “partly free” country meet its commitments on free and fair elec- Canada’s former ambassador to Ukraine UCC/CUF mission. Together, we will moni- under conditions created by the current gov- tions, as delineated in the 1990 Copenhagen and CUF’s head of the long-term observer tor the election campaign with the goal of ernment; Document of the Organization for Security (LTO) mission for Ukraine’s October 28 ensuring a free, fair and transparent pro- Whereas Ukraine’s past four national elec- and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), with cess for the citizens of Ukraine.” elections to the Verkhovna Rada. tions, two presidential and two parliamenta- respect to the entire campaign process, The Ukrainian Canadian Congress/ “The opening was a great first step in ry, received positive assessments from the including formation of election commissions, Canada-Ukraine Foundation mission will laying the foundation for a successful elec- Organization for Security and Cooperation in nomination of candidates, campaign, voting, deploy the balance of the first observation tion mission in Ukraine under very diffi- Europe (OSCE)-led international observation count, tabulation, and processing of election cult circumstances,” said Mr. Onyschuk. team next week, with five additional teams missions; to follow by the end of July or early August. challenges and complaints; “This is a pivotal period for Ukraine and Whereas the October 2010 nationwide (5) urges the Ukrainian authorities to we cannot be more pleased with the sup- The LTO teams will coordinate their efforts local elections, in contrast, fell short of demo- ensure – port we have received to date from the with other international NGO teams. cratic standards, according to credible (A) the full transparency of election proce- domestic and international observers; dures before, during and after the 2012 par- Whereas the government of Ukraine can liamentary elections; restore some measure of credibility by (B) free access for domestic and interna- impartially administering the elections, tional election observers; allowing the campaign environment in which (C) balanced and fair representation on all candidates, campaign activists and observers election commissions; can operate free from harassment and intimi- (D) unimpeded access by all parties and dation, ensuring the transparent and equita- candidates to print, radio, television and ble formation of territorial and precinct elec- tion commissions, and respecting and adher- Internet media on a non-discriminatory ing to the legal framework for the election; basis; and Whereas Ukraine will assume the leader- (E) the freedom of candidates, members ship of the OSCE as the chair-in-office for of opposition parties and independent media 2013 and can expect closer scrutiny of its organizations from intimidation or harass- OSCE commitments; and ment by government officials at all levels; Whereas the government of Ukraine can (6) urges that the courts of Ukraine demonstrate its commitment to democracy address all election-related complaints objec- by conducting a free, fair and transparent tively and in timely fashion; parliamentary election process, as the quality (7) encourages the government of Ukraine of this process will determine the course of to take immediate measures to reverse the To subscribe to The Ukrainian Weekly, call 973-292-9800, ext. 3042 the future relations between the United current anti-democratic course and display States and Ukraine: Now, therefore, be it exemplary conduct as the incoming 2013 Resolved, That the House of OSCE chair-in-office by adhering to its OSCE Representatives – commitments, especially in the areas of УКРАЇНСЬКА СПОРТОВА (1) demands that President Yanukovych human rights and fundamental freedoms, ЦEНТРАЛЯ АМЕРИКИ Й КАНАДИ and the government of Ukraine cease selec- democracy and the rule of law; tive prosecutions, free Ms. Tymoshenko and (8) expresses its continuing strong sup- UKRAINIAN SPORTS FEDERATON the other senior officials of the previous gov- port for the efforts of Ukrainian citizens to OF U.S.A. and CANADA ernment currently in detention, and restore establish democracy based on the rule of law and KЛК their full political and civil rights; and respect for human rights; and (9) reaffirms its ongoing support for UKRAINIAN TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS of USA and CANADA (2) urges the government of Ukraine to ensure full respect of the legal and human Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and ter- LABOR DAY, 2012 rights of all prisoners sentenced on politically ritorial integrity, and assumption of Ukraine’s Dates: September 1 - 3, 2012. motivated grounds, including the right to rightful place as a full member of the interna- Place: Soyuzivka, Kerhonkson, NY. medical care, in line with international stan- tional community of democracies. Starting Times: Play will start Saturday, September 1, at 10:00 A.M. For individual starting times contact tournament committee at Soyuzivka a er according to the 2009 contract. The 5 P.M. on Friday, August 31. G.M. Sawchak’s cell number is 215-266-3943. Ukraine insists... Ukrainian government apparently believes Rules: All USTA and USCAK rules for tournament play will apply. that it will not be easy to enforce the con- (Continued from page 2) Paricipants must be Ukrainian by birth, heritage or marriage. Play will tract as far as import volumes are con- be in singles only. Players should enter only one playing group. that certain European Union clients cerned. The Ukrainian weekly Zerkalo However, players wishing to play in second group should indicate so on enjoyed discounts, which he explained Nedeli on June 23 published an article in the entry form but designate the  rst choice group. Play in two groups were because of joint projects – likely which the president of the Ukrainian Bar will be determined by the tournnament committee. alluding to Germany and Belarus. Ukraine, Association for Foreign Affairs, Danylo he noted, has had no such projects with Kurdelchuk, argued that it would not be Awards: Trophies, funded by Ukrainian National Association, will be easy for Gazprom to prove that Naftohaz awarded to winners and  nalists in each playing group. Financial stipends, Gazprom (UNIAN, June 30). Speaking after the visit to Kyiv, Mr. broke the contract and that the contract funded by Winner Ford Group, Mr. John Hynansky, owner, will be awarded Miller echoed Gazprom’s earlier warning contains no clauses on how much Naftohaz to winners and  nalists of men’s, women’s and junior groups. that Ukraine’s failure to store enough gas would have to compensate Gazprom for Host Club: KLK, Ukrainian American Sports Club. would result in gas shortages in either buying less gas. What is more, if Gazprom loses the suit, Ukraine could try and use Entry: Advanced registration is required and must be received by August 28. Ukraine or the EU next winter. He added that to revise the contract. Send entry form including $30 entry fee made out to KLK to: that Gazprom was ready to issue further financial assistance to Naftohaz for buying In the face of punishingly high Russian George Sawchak. 724 Forrest Ave., Rydal, PA 19046, Tel.: (215) 576-7989 gas prices, Ukraine is attempting to play ($10.00 from each entry fee will be donated to Soyuzivka for tennis more gas (UNIAN, June 30). Meanwhile, Ukraine reduced its gas imports by 50 per- hard ball with its large eastern neighbor. court repair and maintenance). Entry fee for junior players is $15.00. cent year-on-year in January-May of this Yet, Ukraine will need to carry out Additional information about the tournament will be available in UNA’s year to 13 bcm (Interfax-Ukraine, June 25). immense structural improvements of its publications Svoboda and e Ukrainian Weekly, and on Soyuzivka’s and The daily Kommersant reported on June energy, gas transit and industrial sectors to USCAK’s web sites. 21, citing a source from Gazprom, that the make its threats of significant Russian gas Russian energy giant considered suing import reductions credible in negotiations. Registration Form Ukraine for contractual violations. The At the very least, however, Kyiv has gotten Name ______Phone No. ______Club ______threat to sue Ukraine left Mr. Boiko Gazprom’s attention. unfazed. “This is their right,” he said Address ______(Interfax-Ukraine, June 27). The article above is reprinted from Group: Men ______Men’s 35 ______Men’s 45 ______Men’s 55 ______Boys______Age It is up to the Stockholm Chamber of Eurasia Daily Monitor with permission from Women ______Sr. Women ______Girls ______Age Commerce Arbitration Institute to resolve its publisher, the Jamestown Foundation, disputes between Gazprom and Naftohaz, www.jamestown.org. No. 31 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 15

Alannah Farrell Lee Wexler In “Dream Bridge,” (from left) Ainura Kachkynbek kyzy, Brian Dolphin, Andrew Yara Arts Group’s “Dream Bridge” with (from left to right) Christopher Ignacio, Colteaux and Christopher Ignacio in the “Kingfisher Nest” scene. Ainura Kachkynbek kyzy, Andrew Colteaux and Kat Yew. Yara’s “Dream Bridge” opens to capacity audience

by Ihor Slabicky NEW YORK – “Dream Bridge,” an experi- mental theater piece created by Virlana Tkacz and the Yara Arts Group, opened on April 27 to a sold-out house at the La MaMa ETC in New York City. Based on the poem “Dream” by Ukrainian poet Oleh Lysheha, the work included excerpts from Shakespeare’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream” and from the actor’s own dreams. Lysheha is considered to be the best con- temporary poet in Ukraine and was award- ed the PEN Translation Prize for his book “The Selected Poetry of Oleh Lysheha” pub- lished by Harvard University Press. This work was performed by artists who have long associations with the Yara Arts Group. Andrew Colteaux, who has been with the group since 1992, was fea- tured as the “Dreamer.” Brian Dolphin Jonathan Slaff played the “Dreamer as a Young Man.” In “Dream Bridge” (from left) are: Andrew Colteaux, Ainura Kachkynbek kyzy, Christopher Ignacio, Kat Yew and Kenzhegul Satybaldieva. Christopher Ignacio portrayed “His Friend”; Ainura Kachkynbek kyzy was “His bridge, on which lies the restless Dreamer. ing his grandmother, performing a frag- Meanwhile, Mr. Colteaux moves across the Beloved,” with Kenzhegul Satybaldieva as Made from old timbers, the curves and ment of Shakespeare, jumping in the river, stage and positions himself as the final the “Mother/Grandmother.” Kat Yew, who arches of this one very solid prop made it and others. All seemingly unconnected person for Mr. Dolphin to roll over – the had appeared in “Raven,” played “Helena.” seem to always be in motion. events, yet when taken in the context of a whole sequence ends with both of them on Nurbek Serkebaev performed the music Trying to get to sleep, the Dreamer is dream, they each fit together perfectly. the floor, across the stage from where they on traditional Kyrgyz instruments, with awakened by a passing train. The projec- Adding to this completeness was the had been climbing. Watching this sequence Alla Zahaykevych providing additional tion of a train hurtling past, followed a split music composed by Ms. Zahaykevych. Her one was simply transfixed. musical soundscapes. The performance second later by the sound of the train, was works of electronic music must be consid- The translucent white screens sur- featured a number of video and image pro- just as startling to the audience as to the ered as soundscapes. Drawing her inspira- rounding the stage on three sides permit- jections created by Mikhail Shraga and Dreamer. When the Dreamer finally did fall tions from the portrayal of emotions ted the use of video and image projections Volodymyr Kyuzko. The translations of the asleep, translucent white curtains cascad- through sounds, she used different timbres by Mr. Shraga, which added an extra Ukrainian-language poems were by ed down, outlining the stage area on three and effects to bring forth calm and tension. dimension to the dreams, making them Virlana Tkacz, Wanda Phipps and sides from ceiling to floor and transform- At times her music was almost unper- seem both real and dreamlike at the same Kenzhegul Satybaldieva. The set was ing it into the dream space. These curtains ceived in the background, adding a shim- time. In one scene, a pool of water was pro- designed by Watoku Ueno. became an integral part of the piece, pro- mering airiness to the events on stage. At jected on the floor, the water in it flowing The plot is quite simple and straightfor- viding screens for the projections, as well other times, she grabbed the audience’s across the rocks, the surface rippling. From ward – a person falls asleep and dreams. as the surfaces on which the stage lighting complete attention. Nurbek Serkebaev, across the stage, it looked real. The actors What is told and how it is presented is was used to great effect. performing on traditional Kyrgyz instru- treated it as if it had real depth and real where the beauty lies in this work. The The dreams themselves consisted of ments, added to the reality of the dream banks that they crossed going out of and opening set itself consisted of a white stage short vignettes – fishing in the river, wash- sequences. into the water. floor. To the side was a bed cum bench cum ing dishes at home, digging potatoes, visit- The choreography for this work was How does a producer present a dream utterly amazing. The actor’s movements on stage? Does one use the stereotypical were more dance- or ballet-like than just a swirling images and wavy musical inter- group of actors walking about within the ludes? Ms. Tkacz chose to present the performance space. This work has to be dreams as crystalline reality, the way one of the most physically demanding dreams really do occur in our sleep, leap- ATTORNEY pieces that Ms. Tkacz has ever produced. ing from scene to scene, each separate and Take the “Kingfisher” scene: the complete. This was the key to interpreting Dreamer spots a kingfisher nest, projected the dreams described in Lysheha’s poems ANDRE SHRAMENKO high up on one of the side curtains. The and those the actors contributed from troupe moves towards it in unison, and Mr. their own dreams. Dolphin, the “Dreamer as a Young Man,” In the final scenes, when the Dreamer 32 Mercer Street climbs over the back of Mr. Colteaux, the achieved a fitful sleep and the translucent “Dreamer,” to get closer to the nest. As he curtains fell to the floor, one was left with Hackensack, NJ 07601 nears the nest, he is pushed away, rolling that wonderful feeling of having had pleas- (201) 488-3200 backwards and downward, in slow motion, ant dreams, and unlike ones own dreams, across the backs of the four other actors. remembering them.

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COMMUNITY CHRONICLE Ukrainian Music Institute celebrates 60th anniversary Christopher Iljas sensitively transmitted the subdued quality of the composition “An Ancient Tale” by Bohdana Filtz (born 1932), a recipient of the prestigious Lysenko Prize for composition. Anna Small performed “Gavotte,” Op. 29 by (1842-1912), the founder of the first Ukrainian Music School and the “Father of Ukrainian Classical Music.” After the intermission, faculty, alumni and guests of UMI performed several con- temporary compositions. Ms. Hordynskyj-Holian and Ms. Lonchyna- Lisowsky and violinists Maria Mykolenko and Andrew Surmak are all alumni of the Detroit branch of UMI. “Landscapes-Dreams –The Mitten,” com- posed by Maria Mykolenko, was performed with the playing the violin, Julianne Holmes on clarinet and Ms. Lonchyna-Lisowsky on piano; expressive Students of the Detroit branch of the Ukrainian Music Institute for the 2011-2012 academic year. narration was provided by Solomiya Svytka by Maria Hordynskyj-Holian Ukrainian Music Institute. The concert was nist who contributed to the development of and Jaroslaw Berezowsky. The music pro- prepared by UMI faculty: Miroslava professional music in western Ukraine. vided a dreamy background for this imagina- DETROIT – The Ukrainian Music Boryszczuk, Olexandra Cherstylo, Ms. Viktor Kosenko (1896-1938) was interna- tive tale of a mitten lost by grandfather that Institute of America Inc., Detroit branch, Hordynskyj-Holian, Ms. Lonchyna- tionally known for his piano and chamber provided a home for many forest animals. celebrated its 60th anniversary on May 20, Lisowsky, Iryna Svytka and Halyna music as well as pedagogical pieces such as A presentation of Valentyn Silvestrov’s with a concert of Ukrainian music at the Yalovenko (piano), and Volodymyr Shesiuk “Early Morning in the Orchard”, which was (born 1937) “Post scriptum,” for Ukrainian Cultural Center in Warren. (violin). The students played works exclu- performed by Marina Malyarenko, and Violin and Piano, first movement, was per- Founded in New York in 1952 by post- sively by Ukrainian expressively “Valse” performed by Alexander Gedeon. formed by Ms. Mykolenko (violin), and Ms. World War II immigrant musicians who had and confidently, demonstrating their Another influential figure in the devel- Lonchyna-Lisowsky (piano). completed their musical training in Ukraine understanding of the music. opment of Ukrainian music in the first half Featured also were two duets by and Europe, the organizers of the Ukrainian The works heard at the concert ranged of the 20th century and director of the Myroslav Skoryk (born 1938): “Carpathian Music Institute of America (UMI) elected from familiar folk melodies to contempo- Higher Music Institute in Lviv, Vasyl Rhapsody” performed by Ms. Mykolenko Roman Sawycky Sr., as the first president, rary pieces by living composers. The Barvinsky (1888-1963), wrote an enter- and Ms. Lonchyna-Lisowsky, followed by who, with the assistance of Melania wealth of Ukrainian pedagogical pieces taining piece, “The Mosquito”, performed “Entrance and dance…almost Hispano- Baylova, Volodymyr Cisyk, Ivan Nedilskyj, based on familiar folk melodies was evi- by Jonathan Chuang. Jason Fernando per- Moresque,” from “Three Extravagant and Ihor Sonevytsky, formulated the curric- dent in the selections performed by ele- formed “Spring Game” by Anatoliy Dances.” Both duets are composed in a con- ulum, based on the format established at mentary and intermediate students. Kolomyyets (1918-1997), a gifted compos- temporary mode and use folklore as its the Lysenko Music Conservatory in Lviv. Issak Berkovych (1882-1972), composer er, musicologist and teacher of composition inspiration. Ukrainian music teachers established and professor at the , at the Kyiv Conservatory. The evening concluded with “Suite for branches in cities with large Ukrainian arranged the following compositions to Denis Slusar performed “Variations on Violin, Violoncello and Piano” composed by communities such as Detroit, Newark, develop musicianship, creativity and tech- The Kozak Beyond the Danube” by Roman Dr. Wytwycky and performed by Mr. Philadelphia, Cleveland and Baltimore. nique in young students: “Rain” – Katherine Sawycky (1907-1960). Alexander Nakhleh Surmak (violin), Jihyun Kim (violoncello) From UMI’s inception, Ukrainian parents Zagaiko, “Ukrainian Melody” and “Two performed Scherzo, composed by Apollon and Ms. Lonchyna-Lisowsky (piano). and all members of the community benefit- Roosters” – Lily Kueber, “Ducks Beyond the Hussakovsky (1840-1875), a and an This anniversary concert truly present- ted from the opportunity to provide their Garden” – Anastasiya Ilkiv, “March” – Andriy improvisator who was educated as a chem- ed the wealth of Ukrainian music and was a children with music lessons taught by high- Pasichnyk, “On the Mountain” – Neonila ist and taught chemistry at the University tribute to the talented and dedicated com- ly qualified teachers, who have completed Kossak, “Ukrainian Folk Song” – Anatoliy of St. Petersburg. Solomiya Svytka per- posers, teachers and parents who foster their musical training in accredited institu- Zakharchyshyn and “Variations on a formed “Hutsulian Pysanka” by Oleksander the love of music in the hearts of students. tions in America or Ukraine. The goals of Ukrainian Folk Song” – Justin Fernando. Bilash (born 1931), who taught theory at It served also as a recognition of the talent UMI are to develop the talent of young “The Falcon,” an arrangement of a folk the Kyiv Pedagogical Institute and is known and willingness of students to master and musicians by providing a thorough back- song by Iakiv Stepovyi (1883-1921), a com- for his songs. present music for the public’s enjoyment. ground in classical musicianship and to fos- poser and teacher who perfected the ter Ukrainian music. With this preparation, Ukrainian art song, was performed ener- students may continue their studies at getically by Mattei Jacks. Julia Bolukh per- institutions of higher learning and partici- formed “Song” by Mykola Lubarsky. pate in community music events. Zuzana Prusak and Nicole Tkac performed 35 children attend The UMI branch in Detroit was estab- a duet arranged by Vasyl Zolotarov (born lished in 1954 with the composer Dr. Wasyl 1873), professor at the Conservatory of Vacation Church School Wytwycky as the first director, serving Odesa, called “Kozak Beyond the Danube.” from 1954 to 1960. At the initial meeting in Sarah Sellers evoked a lovely picture in September 1954, present were piano sound with Marta Krawciw-Barabash’s instructors Irene Reshetylowycz, Marta (died 2002) “The Bagpiper.” Tarnavsky (director in 1985-1987) and Celeste Lai and Ian Cheng performed Maria Wichansky, and violin instructors “The Rocking Boat” arranged by Mr. Wolodymyr Wirstiuk and Bohdan Shesiuk. Dharti Hammons and Anjana Saramaga (director in1960-1961). Palanivelu presented the beautiful melody, Later, they were joined by Dr. Bohdan “Peacefully, on the River Bank” composed Lonchyna (director in 1961-1985), Lydia by Porfir Batiuk (1884-1973), who worked Soja (director in 1987-2001), Boris as a teacher, composer and conductor in Maximovich and Lydia Terlecka- several Ukrainian schools. The young vio- Dobrowolska, all piano teachers; violin linists were accompanied by Luba Shesiuk. instructor Marko Lepky; and, subsequently, Several compositions were based on by alumni (all pianists) of the Detroit dances. For example, Vladyslava Slobodyan school; Maria Lonchyna-Lisowsky, Larissa performed the energetic “Hopak” com- Stasiw-Hnatiuk, Iryna Stroicz-Shamraj and posed by Iurii Shchurovskyi (born 1927), a Maria Hordynskyj-Holian. Olga Solovey composer, teacher and music editor of taught music in school, directed vocal Myzychna Ukraina. Anastasiya Baskevych ensembles, and accompanied the Trembita performed “Dance” composed by Mykola Chorus and many others. Voice was taught Dremliuha (1917-1998), a composer, by Christina Romana Lypeckyj. teacher and musicologist of the Kyiv PARMA, Ohio – The 16th annual Vacation Church School, sponsored by St. Vladimir On May 20 of this year, the director of Conservatory. Miranda Sellers performed Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of Parma, Ohio, was held Monday through Friday, the Detroit Branch, Ms. Lonchyna- “An Ancient Ukrainian Song” by Nestor June 18-June 22. Thirty-five children participated daily in prayers, religious instruc- Lisowsky, extended a warm welcome to Nyzhankivsky (1893-1940), a versatile tion, arts and crafts, and music. Part of the annual program is a visit to the Famine everyone and presented the history of the composer and brilliant pianist - accompa- monument on the grounds of the cathedral. Seen above are the pupils and staff. 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UNA, like other fraternal societies, is being “Save Soyuzivka... asked to comply with new capital require- (Continued from page 1) ments and restrictions.” Mr. Kaczaraj and Ms. Lisovich addressed Dear Readers! in the clean-up of a heating oil spill that the situation in their remarks during the was first detected in the spring of last year. Ukrainian Cultural Festival’s five concerts. The Ukrainian Weekly is As reported in The Ukrainian Weekly on “We are in a crisis situation and need May 22, 2011, Soyuzivka immediately everyone’s help if we are to ensure that our accepting greetings on the began containment efforts and engaged children and grandchildren can continue to occasion of the environmental specialists in an effort to stay at our beloved Soyuzivka,” the UNA identify the source of the release and treasurer stated time and time again. establish and implement a clean-up proto- Both UNA executive officers appealed to st col in cooperation with the New York State Ukrainian community members to help 21 Anniversary Department of Environmental raise $1 million for the Soyuzivka Heritage Conservation (DEC). Center. of the Ukrainian National Association “Donations need to be made now, so President Stefan Kaczaraj explained that that we can ensure that we have another “reimbursement efforts are being aggres- season,” Mr. Kaczaraj explained. In addition Independence of Ukraine sively pursued through legal avenues,” but, to asking for direct donations, he invited in the meantime, “the costs incurred by his audiences to become members of the We invite individuals, organizations and businesses to Soyuzivka – nearly $1 million – put an UNA, to send their children to Soyuzivka’s unsustainable strain on the heritage cen- camps, and to visit Soyuzivka with their show their pride and support for those individuals who ter’s resources.” families and friends. “Soyuzivka desperate- through personal dedication and sacrifice have secured a Which brings us back to the major fund- ly needs your help today,” the UNA presi- free and independent Ukraine. raising campaign initiated at the Ukrainian dent told festival-goers. Cultural Festival. Festival MCs Andrij Dobriansky and Special Rates The Soyuzivka Heritage Center – home Larysa Bajus added their voices to the to diverse children’s camps and work- “Save Soyuzivka” campaign. Mr. 1/8 page – $50 1/2 page – $200 shops, a venue for concerts and festivals, Dobriansky encouraged all to donate to the 1/4 page – $ 100 1 page – $400 and a gathering place for Ukrainians of all cause. Ms. Bajus especially addressed the backgrounds and ages – is an integral part “Fourth Wave” of immigrants from Please send your greetings, address and of the Ukrainian community. The good Ukraine, noting that previous waves of news is that camp attendance is booming immigration had worked to develop, main- telephone number by August 8, 2012, to: and stretching Soyuzivka to its maximum tain and improve the community infra- capacity. Waiting lists are the norm as the structure in this country, adding that now The Ukrainian Weekly many diverse heritage, folk dance and it was the new wave’s turn to take up this 21th Anniversary Greetings sports programs gain popularity and grow responsibility. 2200 Rt. 10 every year. But, even with this success, the Back at the UNA Home Office in PO Box 280 problem remains that Soyuzivka generates Parsippany, N.J., Ms. Lisovich told The income only during the brief summer sea- Weekly: “I encourage everyone who has Parsippany, NJ 07054 son, while the fixed costs of insurance, ideas, wants to help Soyuzivka or has ques- taxes and utilities are year-round and esca- tions to contact me directly. I am very Tel.: 973-292-9800 ext. 3040 lating. interested in meeting with people who e-mail [email protected] Recognizing the important role care. I believe that together we can accom- Soyuzivka plays for its membership and plish our goals.” the community at large, the Ukrainian Tax-deductible donations can be made National Association contributes signifi- through the Ukrainian National The Ukrainian National Women’s League of America cantly to Soyuzivka to offset its annual six- Association’s charitable arm, the Ukrainian figure shortfall as part of the UNA’s man- National Foundation (checks should be invites you to take part in a historic initiative: dated fraternal mission of preserving and made payable to the Ukrainian National promoting the Ukrainian culture and heri- Foundation Inc., with a notation indicating THE UNWLA ENDOWMENT FOR WOMEN’S/GENDER STUDIES tage. that the donation is for the benefit of AT THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY IN L’VIV UKRAINE But the unforeseen extraordinary Soyuzivka). Checks can be mailed to: expense of almost $1 million for the oil Ukrainian National Foundation, P.O. Box The UNWLA Lectureship will start during the Fall 2012 semester and spill clean-up is simply too much for 280, 2200 Route 10, Parsippany, NJ 07054. will include an accredited course in the World History/Humanities De- Soyuzivka or the UNA to bear. “We are in a For more information readers may call the partment presented by invited leading academics and professionals. crisis situation if we want Soyuzivka to UNA Home Office at 973-292-9800 and ask They will examine the role of the woman in Ukrainian society and will continue to serve our community and to speak with a representative of the foun- delve into its many facets: history, development, activism, prejudices, ex- membership for years to come,” UNA dation. ploitation, striving for equality, etc. Treasurer Roma Lisovich explained. “The The Soyuzivka Heritage Center is owned heating oil spill has presented an extraor- and operated by the Ukrainian National Ø dinary financial challenge to Soyuzivka, as Association, a fraternal benefit society. The sustaining and multifaceted, touching many lives well as the Ukrainian National Association. UNA uses its earnings from selling life We believe the long-term benefits of this program can be far-reaching, Ø Father Borys Gudziak, Rector of the UCU, is a strong and vocal sup- This estimated $1 million expense comes insurance, endowments and annuities to porter of this initiative: at the same time as regulatory changes in give back to its members and their com- the financial service and insurance indus- munity in keeping with its mission of pre- “I am convinced that we have survived because the Ukrainian woman is the voice of the Ukrainian family, the parish, the community. She is the voice in tries are restricting the UNA’s resources serving the Ukrainian, Ukrainian American education and in various other sectors. Gender studies are important not only and ability to fund such activities. The and Ukrainian Canadian heritages and cul- to research women’s issues…the gender crisis, which is global, has its own tures. Soyuzivka is an integral part of that serious character in Ukraine…we are extremely happy that the UNWLA chose ART mission. the Ukrainian Catholic University to launch its women’s/gender studies pro- As underscored by Ukraine’s gram, as these themes touch upon the deepest questions of our existence.” МИСТЕЦЬКА EXHIBIT Ambassador to the United States Ø This seminal program, as it develops, will empower the young Ukrai- ВИСТАВКА Olexander Motsyk in his greetings to the nian woman enrolled in this track in her professional, personal and family EDWARD sixth annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival: “For Ukrainians in America, Soyuzivka environments. ЕДВАРДАYURIJ became a true piece of Ukraine, and for our The UNWLA has pledged $100,000 to the Ukrainian Catholic Education YAREMAЮРІЯ American friends – a source of knowledge Foundation to establish this Endowment with assets remaining in Chicago, ЯРЕМИ about the rich national, cultural and artis- IL; the Endowment will function on earned interest only. The community’s KOZAK tic heritage of the Ukrainian people.” response thus far has been very encouraging, underscoring its understand- КОЗАК IB “This unique place,” he noted, “brings ing of the importance of education and of the further development of wom- together the Ukrainian spirit with SOYUZIVKA en’s/gender studies. American hospitality. The idea of 23 СОЮЗ. 24 . 25IВКА JULY Soyuzivka is a shining example of the unity If you believe, as UNWLA does, in the power and benefits of a 17 . 18 . 19 СЕРПНЯ of these two brotherly nations on the basis broad education, we ask you to support us. of mutually held values, the integration of two cultures, mutual support and respect.” Please send your tax deductible donation to: This year, Soyuzivka is marking its 60th birthday. With the Ukrainian community’s UNWLA/UCU Endowment Fund help, it will celebrate many more birth-

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August 3-5 Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival, Selo August 15-18 Folklorama festival, Spirit of Ukraine Pavilion, Dauphin, MB Ukraina, 204-622-4600 or www.cnuf.ca Winnipeg, MB West Kildonan Memorial Arena, www.spiritofukraine.ca August 4 Genealogy workshop by Mike Buryk, Oselia resort, Ellenville, NY [email protected] August 16-19 40th annual St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Festival, Rochester, NY www.RochesterUkrainianFestival.com August 4 Pig roast and horseshoe tournament, Syracuse Ukrainian or 585-467-6457 Syracuse, NY National Home, 315-478-9272 or [email protected] August 16-18 Saskatoon Folkfest, Ukrainian Karpaty Pavilion, August 4-5 Lemko Vatra, Organization for the Defense of Lemko Saskatoon, SK Exhibition Grounds, 306-931-0100 or Ellenville, NY Western Ukraine, Ukrainian American Youth Association, www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca Oselia resort, 845-647-7230 or www.cym.org/us/ellenville August 17-19 Art exhibit, featuring works by Edward, Yurij and Yarema August 4-6 Servus Heritage Festival, Ukrainian Pavilion, Kerhonkson, NY Kozak, Soyuzivka – Main House Library, 586-360-7364 Edmonton, AB [email protected] or 780-488-3378 August 18 Piano recital by Volodymyr Vynnytsky, Grazhda Music August 5-18 Folkorama, Lviv Ukrainian Pavilion, Ukrainian Labor Jewett, NY and Art Center, www.grazhdamusicandart.org Winnipeg, MB Temple, www.folklorama.ca August 24 All-ages dance, with music by DJ Matej Liteplo, Wildwood August 10-12 Soccer tournament, Wings Soccer Club, Ukrainian Wildwood Crest, NJ Crest Pier Recreation Center, www.xmel.org or Baraboo, WI American Youth Association, Oselia Beskyd, [email protected] 773-485-2399 or [email protected] August 24 Volleyball tournament, hosted by Lys Sports Academy, August 11 Children’s recital, participants of the Ukrainian folk- Wildwood, NJ Ukrainian Sports Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada, Jewett, NY singing course, Grazhda Music and Art Center, beach in front of Pan Am Hotel, [email protected] or www.grazhdamusicandart.org www.socceragency.net/lys

August 11 Golf tournament, Ukrainian Golf Association of Canada, August 24-26 “Uketoberfest,” St. Joseph Ukrainian Catholic Church, Caledon, ON Osprey Valley Resorts Golf Club – The Toot Course, Chicago 773-625-4805 or [email protected] 519-927-9034 or www.ospreyvalley.com August 25 Ukrainian Fall Festival, Ukrainian Canadian Congress – August 12 Ukrainian Day, Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Regina, MB Regina branch, Victoria Park, 306-757-8835 or Edmonton, AB Provincial Council, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, www.uccruff.ca www.uccab.ca/ukrainianday/ Entries in “Out and About” are listed free of charge. Priority is given to events August 14 Archery clinic, “Give Archery a Shot,” Ukrainian advertised in The Ukrainian Weekly. However, we also welcome submissions Horsham, PA American Sports Club – Tryzub, www.tryzub.org or from all our readers. Items will be published at the discretion of the editors [email protected] and as space allows. Please send e-mail to [email protected]. 20 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 No. 31

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Friday, August 24 Festival at Tryzubivka, County Line and WILDWOOD CREST, N.J.: The Khmelnychenky Lower State roads, Horsham, PA 19044. Plast fraternity is sponsoring an all-ages Doors will open at noon. The festival stage dance at the Wildwood Crest Pier show concert will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Recreation Center with host Roma Odulak. headliners: the Zoriany Ukrainian Dance, Doors open at 7 p.m. with dance music at Music and Song Ensemble (Kirovohrad, 7-8 p.m. The “Party Ptashat” kids’ dance will Ukraine); Desna Ukrainian Dance 216 Foordmore Road, be held at 8-9:30 p.m. hosted by Bratchyk Company (Toronto); violinist Innesa [email protected] Levko Wolansky. The “Wildwood Idol” Tymochko Dekajlo (Lviv); and the Vox P.O. Box 529, dance contest with guest judges Ania Ethnika Band (New York City). A zabava – Bohachevsky Lonkevych, and Nina and a public social dance – to the music of the 1-845-626-5641 Kerhonkson, NY 12446 George Kobryn, begins at 10 p.m. with cash Vox Ethnika will follow the con- prizes of $100, $50 and $25 per individual/ cert, at 4:30 p.m. Delicious Ukrainian foods group. The teen “Club Crest” “vechirka” with and baked goods, picnic fare and cool DJ Matej Liteplo will follow the dance con- refreshments will be plentiful. Vendors are test. Admission: kids and students, $5; welcome. An arts and crafts bazaar and a adults age 23 and over, $10. Proceeds go children’s fun area will be open all day. 2012 Summer Events toward Plast camps. For information see the Admission: $15; students, $10; children events section at www.xmel.org or e-mail under 15, free. Parking is free. For further [email protected]. information call 267-664-3857 or log on July 29 – August 4 August 19 – August 25 to www.tryzub.org. The sponsor is a 501 Sunday, August 26 – Sports Camp session 2 – Josephs School of Dance (c) (3) tax-exempt nonprofit charitable HORSHAM, Pa.: The Ukrainian American organization; proceeds benefit youth August 3 August 24 Sport Center Tryzub will host the 21st sports, and cultural and community pro- – Pub Night with Svitanok – Josephs School of Dance annual Ukrainian Independence Folk grams. Camp Recital (evening) August 4 – Dance Camp Recital (3pm) August 31 – September 3 PREVIEW OF EVENTS GUIDELINES – Zabava with Svitanok Labor Day weekend Preview of Events is a listing of community events open to the public. It is a service – to be announced provided at minimal cost ($20 per listing) by The Ukrainian Weekly to the Ukrainian August 5 – August 18 community. – Dance Camp session 2 September 10 – September 13 – Gymnasium Reunions: To have an event listed in Preview of Events please send information, in English, written August 11 Bayreuth, Bertesgarten, in Preview format, i.e., in a brief paragraph that includes the date, place, type of event, – Miss Soyuzivka Karlsfeld, Landshut, sponsor, admission, full names of persons and/or organizations involved, and a phone – Zabava to be announced Regensburg number to be published for readers who may require additional information. Items should be no more than 100 words long; longer submissions are subject to editing. August 17 September 17 – September 19 Items not written in Preview format or submitted without all required information will – Tiki Deck – Kagero – Gymnasium Reunions: not be published. Mittenwald & Salzburg August 18 Information should be sent to: [email protected] or Preview of Events, The – Dance Camp Recital (3pm) September 22 – September 23 Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054; fax, 973-644- – Zabava with Tempo – KLK Weekend 9510. NB: If e-mailing, please do not send items as attachments; simply type the text into the body of the e-mail message.

$1,050 UNA member • $1,100 non-UNA member Directed by Ania Bohachevsky-Lonkevych (daughter of Roma Pryma Bohachevsky), this camp is for ages 8-16, and offers expert instruction for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Room, board, 24-hour supervision, expert lessons and loads of fun are included. Each camp ends with a grand recital. Attendance will be limited to 60 students