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INSIDE:• Ukrainian students go on strike for increased rights — page 3. • Scholarly institutions of North America confer — page 11. • Chicago museum to showcase art of Orange Revolution — page 14.

Published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profit association Vol. LXXIII HE No.KRAINIAN 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 EEKLY$1/$2 in Ukraine NationalT deputy saysUUkrainian steel giant soldW for $4.8 billion by Zenon Zawada he sees no progress Kyiv Press Bureau KYIV – In what pro-Western forces consider the in fighting corruption Yushchenko presidency’s biggest success so far, the by Yana Sedova Ukrainian government on October 24 sold its most valuable industrial asset, Kryvorizhstal, to Mittal Steel Kyiv Press Bureau Co., the world’s largest steel maker. KYIV – Ukraine has made no The Netherlands-based multinational firm paid progress in combating corruption since $4.8 billion for a 93 percent stake in the Kryvyi Rih the Orange Revolution, and the effort is plant, more than five times the $804 million paid by hopeless, said National Deputy Rynat Akhmetov and Viktor Pinchuk at a rigged June Volodymyr Stretovych, the chairman of 2004 auction that denied billion-dollar offers from the Verkhovna Rada’s Committee on several foreign firms. Combating Organized Crime and A court stripped the two businessmen of ownership Corruption. in April this year. Mr. Stretovych offered his surprising- “If all of Ukraine’s enterprises went through a rela- ly candid and somber assessment at an tively fair auction such as this one, Ukraine would be October 24 roundtable discussion attend- incredibly rich compared to where it is today,” said Ivan ed by reporters and leaders of the Pora Lozowy, president of the Kyiv-based Institute of Civic Party, the political party that Statehood and Democracy, which is exclusively financed evolved from the Pora movement during by Ukrainian business donations. “This shows just how the Orange Revolution. Ukraine’s potential has been lost over the past 14 years.” Pora leaders asked why government Mr. Yushchenko and Prime Minister Yurii Yekhanurov authorities have failed to prosecute those hailed the sale as a victory for the Ukrainian people that who broke Ukrainian law in the years will bring at least $1.4 billion to the national budget and AP/Efrem Lukatsky leading up to the Orange Revolution, restore confidence in the nation’s business climate those who falsified votes during it, and among foreign and domestic investors alike. President Viktor Yushchenko congratulates Lakshmi Mittal, chair- the lawbreakers since then. “The transparent auction would not have been pos- man and CEO of Mittal Steel, after the company won the tender for Lack of political will is the main rea- sible without the 2004 revolution,” Mr. Yushchenko Kryvorizhstal by offering $4.8 billion. son for losing the battle against corrup- said in a statement released by his press office. tion, Mr. Stretovych told the roundtable. “It demonstrated that our policy, supported on the public relations gains from the Channel 5 TV opted to nationally “The government is sowing permissive- maidan, was irreversible. Due to your steadfastness, auction, which many hope will televise the Kryvorizhstal auction ness,” he said. “That is why we’ll never the mill was legally returned to the state,” the state- become a turning point in on a live morning broadcast. build a lawful state.” ment noted. Ukrainian enterprise. Ukrainians watched business- In fact, both Mr. Yushchenko and former Prime Rarely does a business deal (Continued on page 25) Minister Yulia Tymoshenko sought to maximize their capture a national audience, but (Continued on page 12)

Ukrainian National Association’s General Assembly holds annual meeting KERHONKSON, N.Y. – The annual meeting of the Ukrainian National Association’s General Assembly took place on Friday, September 23, through Sunday, September 25, at Soyuzivka, the fraternal organization’s estate. The business session is held annually to dis- cuss the UNA’s operating results and adopt a new budget for the coming year, develop a strategic direction for the fraternal organization and address various organizational issues. The annual meeting also provides an opportunity for the advisors to report on activities of their local community and UNA branches. President Stefan Kaczaraj presided over the three-day session. The first day was largely devoted to the reports of the executive officers, who reported on the status of the UNA for 2004 through the second quarter of 2005. Each General Assembly member also reported on his or her activity during the past year. Also reporting to the General Assembly were Editors- in-Chief Irene Jarosewich of Svoboda and Roma Hadzewycz of The Ukrainian Weekly, as well as Soyuzivka General Manager Nestor Paslawsky. Meetings of the Auditing, Finance, Organizing, Fraternal and Marketing, Canadian and Publications committees took place. The committees reviewed the performance of their respective areas of respon- sibility and presented formal recommendations and Roma Hadzewycz (Continued on page 23) Members of the Ukrainian National Association General Assembly during the opening ceremony of their annual meeting. 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44

ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFS September crisis may be over, NEWSBRIEFS Mittal wins auction with $4.8 B bid has refused to accept the resignation of State Property Fund Chairwoman but strategic problems remain KYIV – The German branch of the Valentyna Semeniuk, Interfax-Ukraine Netherlands-based consortium Mittal Steel reported on October 25. “I will not accept by Taras Kuzio ing a parliamentary majority (Ukrayinska purchased a controlling stake in Ukraine’s Valentyna Semeniuk’s resignation,” Mr. Eurasia Daily Monitor Pravda, October 13). Kryvorizhstal steelworks for $4.8 billion on Yushchenko said at a press conference in These low levels of support across the October 24, international news agencies Kharkiv the same day. “I appreciate her President Viktor Yushchenko has board mean that Mr. Yushchenko will reported the same day. The price was a declared that the political crisis in professionally. That is why I did not accept need to compromise with the other two record for a privatization auction in Ukraine, her resignation statement,” he said, adding Ukraine is over. The turmoil began on large blocs of votes: the Tymoshenko the dpa news service reported. In the 45- September 5 with allegations of corrup- that the State Property Fund is performing bloc or Viktor Yanukovych’s Party of the minute auction, which was televised live, well, “from preserving vacancies, paying tion within his inner circle (Channel 5 Regions. But a compromise with either the German branch of Mittal Steel, Mittal TV, October 6). Verkhovna Rada off social debts, increasing capacities and political force will bring problems. Steel Germany GmbH, won 93 percent of occupying new markets to basic principles Chairman Volodymyr Lytvyn, a close Ms. Tymoshenko has always demand- Kryvorizhstal with a bid of 24.2 billion hrv ally of Mr. Yushchenko, added that there of object privatization.” (RFE/RL ed a high-profile position in exchange for ($4.8 billion U.S.). Two Ukrainian consor- Newsline) are no longer grounds to speak about a her cooperation, either prime minister or tiums also participated in the auction: Kyiv- “political crisis” in Ukraine (Ukrayinska chairman of Parliament. But after Ms. based Smart Group and Donetsk-based Some 400,000 to vote abroad Pravda, October 11). Tymoshenko’s poor economic perform- Industrial Group. Kryvorizhstal accounts for The reprieve will be short-lived, as the ance as prime minister this year, 20 percent of total steel output in Ukraine, KYIV – According to Minister of constitutional reforms coming into effect President Yushchenko is unlikely to offer which is the seventh-largest steel exporter in Foreign Affairs Borys Tarasyuk, so far, in January will make it imperative for her this position again. the world. (RFE/RL Newsline) 392,696 Ukrainian nationals who reside President Yushchenko to obtain a parlia- After widespread dismay over the and work abroad have been entered onto mentary majority after the March 2006 memorandum signed between Messrs. SPF chair is hospitalized the lists of voters that will be made pub- parliamentary elections. Yushchenko and Yanukovych in lic on October 31. The Foreign Affairs KYIV – Valentyna Semeniuk, the chair Current polls show Mr. Yushchenko’s September, President Yushchenko will Ministry has launched a telephone hot- of the Ukrainian State Property Fund, has Our Ukraine People’s Union (OUPU), have even more problems cutting a deal line service (238-18-61) to advise been hospitalized with high blood pres- the Yulia Tymoshenko bloc, and the with his former rival for the presidency. Ukrainian citizens about voting proce- sure, ITAR-TASS reported on October Party of the Regions of Ukraine all poll A 2006 OUPU-Party of the Regions of dures, Mr. Tarasyuk noted. (Ukrinform) about 20 percent each (Kyiv Ukraine parliamentary majority would be 24. She reportedly became ill after the International Institute of Sociology, seen as a betrayal of the Orange Political Council of the Socialist Party of Rumsfeld expresses support for Ukraine September poll). Three other parties like- Revolution, reform prospects and Ukraine, of which she is a member, asked ly to enter Parliament – the Communists, VILNIUS – Speaking at a NATO con- Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration. her to resign over the Krivorizhstal priva- Socialists and Mr. Lytvyn’s People’s ference in Vilnius, Lithuania on October In the short term, Mr. Yushchenko tization. The Socialist Party sought to Party – all poll less than 10 percent each. 23, U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald needed to end the immediate crisis if he have the steel giant turned over to the With just 5 percent support, Mr. Lytvyn Rumsfeld highlighted Washington’s sup- is to improve his public standing and rat- state. Ukrainian State Property Fund may become the power broker for creat- Vice-Chairman Oleksander Bondar said port for Ukraine’s bid to join the alliance, ings in the six months remaining before international news agencies reported the the elections. After eight months of drift- that “there was no political implication Dr. Taras Kuzio is visiting professor at behind Semeniuk’s illness. Her health has same day. In his remarks Mr. Rumsfeld ing, elite infighting, wasted opportunities stressed Kyiv’s progress on political and the Elliot School of International Affairs, and too-frequent travels abroad, really worsened.” (RFE/RL Newsline) George Washington University. The article military reform. “Progress [on reform] has President Yushchenko needs to re-assert Property Fund head resigns ... been made, and we encourage it and are above, which originally appeared in The his authority. Jamestown Foundation’s Eurasia Daily available to be of assistance in various The crisis gave Mr. Yushchenko an KYIV – Valentyna Semeniuk, chair- Monitor, is reprinted here with permission ways,” Reuters quoted Mr. Rumsfeld as woman of the State Property Fund, ten- from the foundation (www.jamestown.org). (Continued on page 17) saying at a press conference in Vilnius. dered her resignation to the president, Reuters quoted an unidentified senior U.S. Ukrainian media reported on October 24. official as saying that Mr. Rumsfeld arrived Ukraine’s prime minister appears The previous day the Socialist Party, of in Lithuania on October 22 – one day earli- which she is a member, asked her to step er than scheduled – to stress Washington’s down in connection with the planned sale of support for Ukraine with the European to break the ice in visit to Belarus the Kryvorizhstal steel mill. The Socialist defense ministers who have been more Party sought to have Kryvorizhstal turned cautious about Ukraine joining the alliance. by Jan Maksymiuk was even inaugurated, Mr. Lukashenka over to the state. “A member of the Socialist Ukraine has said it hopes to join the Party cannot be involved in a deal that con- RFE/RL Newsline had publicly announced that “there will alliance in 2008, during a tentatively sched- be no pink, orange, or banana revolutions travenes the party’s program,” ITAR-TASS uled NATO summit. (RFE/RL Newsline) Ukrainian Prime Minister Yurii in Belarus.” quoted Yosyp Vinskyi of the Socialist Party as saying. (RFE/RL Newsline) Yekhanurov on October 18 paid an offi- Mr. Lukashenka’s irritation with Mr. Hrytsenko on Ukraine’s NATO aspirations cial visit to Miensk, where he held talks Yushchenko in particular, and the Orange ... President refuses to accept VILNIUS – Ukrainian Defense with Belarusian President Alyaksander Revolution in general, was evidently Lukashenka and Belarusian Prime increased by a statement that the latter KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko (Continued on page 26) Minister Syarhey Sidorski. The visit sug- signed in early April with U.S. President gests that Ukrainian-Belarusian relations, George W. Bush, pledging “to support which soured after President Viktor the advance of freedom in countries such FOUNDED 1933 Yushchenko came to power in the as Belarus and Cuba.” Delivering his Orange Revolution, are warming up. annual address to the Belarusian legisla- HE KRAINIAN EEKLY Mr. Lukashenka could not have been ture later the same month, President TAn English-languageU newspaperW published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., pleased by Mr. Yushchenko’s presidential Lukashenka slammed Ukraine for a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. victory. 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(Continued on page 17) No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 3 Students go on hunger strike to demand increased rights by Yana Sedova the ministry building and the Presidential Vice Minister of Education and Science new bill provides only an advisory status Kyiv Press Bureau Secretariat, 20 students launched the Mykhailo Stepko announced the Ministry for student council leaders.” hunger strike on October 10, led by Oleh would comply with Studentske Studentske Bratstvo also demanded KYIV – A student hunger strike, Yatsenko, the chair of Studentske Bratstvo’s five demands. public transportation discounts for sum- which resulted in the hospitalization of Bratstvo, a Ukrainian youth civic organi- “Our dialogue with officials lasted six mer sessions and timely distribution of its leader, convinced Ukraine’s Ministry zation. months,” Mr. Yatsenko said at an October student identification cards in order to of Education and Science to yield to stu- Mr. Yatsenko was hospitalized on 17 press conference. “We stressed that obtain these benefits. dents’ demands for increased rights. October 13 due to concerns about a we didn’t plan any street demonstrations, Among their most controversial After eight days of protests in front of potential heart attack. The same evening, with the hope that all our concerns would demands is prohibition of fines for be resolved in response to our appeals.” missed classes, which university rectors However, the five demands set by stu- staunchly oppose. Though the ministry dents at the Ukrainian Students Forum on agreed to forbid the collection of fines June 27-28 failed to get any reaction for missed classes, some rectors still from the ministry, Mr. Yatsenko said. openly say that they will keep fining stu- In their most critical demand, students dents, said Anastasia Khoniakina, the asked President Viktor Yushchenko not to press secretary of Studentske Bratstvo. sign the bill “About Higher Education” Rectors claim the fines are necessary because of three amendments that violate to force students to attend classes, how- students’ rights, Mr. Yatsenko said. ever, some students end up paying more The first amendment imposes a for missed classes than the tuition for the mandatory three-year state assignment classes themselves. for graduates who studied in institutes In his letter to students, Mr. Stepko and universities on government scholar- announced that a Ministry commission ships. This amendment was intended to also had examined corruption allegations force students to work in undesirable made against Ruslan Postolovskyi, the towns and villages in Ukraine. If a stu- rector of Rivne State Humanitarian dent rejects the assignment, he or she University. may be forced to repay the scholarship. In addition to leading a government Another amendment gives private uni- university, Mr. Postolovskyi also owns versities the right to raise tuition pay- and serves as rector of the Rivne Institute ments based on fluctuations in the dollar- of Slavic Studies. hryvnia exchange rate. Activists were Studentske Bratstvo alleged that Mr. Andrii Sydorenko concerned that this might cause unjusti- Postolovskyi rented dormitory rooms in Studentske Bratstvo Chair Oleh Yatsenko leads students in a three-day hunger strike fied tuition hikes and strike hardest at the public university to those attending in one of nine tents. students who barely find money to pay the private university he owns. As a for their education. result, those attending the Rivne State The third amendment conflicted, Humanitarian University had no place to activists said, with the Bologna Process, live. a European Union project launched by The Ministry of Education and OSCE provides Ukraine’s CEC Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy Science ordered Mr. Postolovskyi to in May 1998, that seeks to create a uni- meet the demands of Studentske Bratstvo with computers to improve voter lists fied European system of higher education that he end his corrupt activities within a Organization for Security the CEC, the state body responsible for starting in 2010. Ukraine joined the month. and Cooperation in Europe conducting elections in Ukraine, said, Bologna Process on May 19, agreeing to As part of its campaign, Studentske its obligations. Bratstvo demanded the resignation of Mr. KYIV – With parliamentary elections “This initiative will assist the CEC in the establishment of reliable voter lists, with- Among the requirements is that stu- Postolovskyi and Vasyl Yakovets, the due in March 2006, the Ukrainian dent council representatives have a 10 rector of Nizhen State University. Central Election Commission (CEC) on in the timeframe set out in Ukrainian leg- islation, which will serve as the basis for percent voting stake in university coun- The student activists allege that both October 4 began distributing computer cils. rectors pressured students to support and equipment and software to local working a future voter register.” The project was carried out with finan- “Ukraine has to follow its obliga- vote for presidential candidate Viktor groups dealing with voter registration tions,” Mr. Yatsenko said. “However, the Yanukovych. throughout Ukraine. cial support from the European The computer equipment, which was Commission Delegation to Ukraine, the provided within the framework of the Swedish International Development and Plan of Cooperation between the OSCE Cooperation Agency (SIDA), the The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Project Coordinator in Ukraine and the Canadian International Development Prime Minister: CEC, will be used to establish reliable Agency (CIDA), the United States Yurii Yekhanurov (Our Ukraine) voter lists. Agency for International Development More than 1,700 computers, 850 print- (USAID), and the governments of First Vice Prime Minister: ers, 29 servers and additional accessories Finland, Norway and the United States. Stanislav Stashevskyi will be distributed. In assisting the Ukrainian government “This shows the strong commitment through projects undertaken within its Vice Prime Ministers: on the part of the CEC to promptly fol- competencies, the OSCE Project Agro-Industrial Complex: Yurii Melnyk low-up on the recommendations of the Coordinator in Ukraine supports the elec- Humanitarian and Social Issues: Viacheslav Kyrylenko (Ukrainian People’s Party) Office for Democratic Institutions and tion process in a non-partisan and objec- Regional Policy: Roman Bezsmertnyi (Our Ukraine) Human Rights,” said Ambassador James tive manner. The Office for Democratic Schumaker, OSCE project coordinator in Institutions and Human Rights is the Ministers: Ukraine. institution responsible for election obser- Agrarian Policy: Oleksander Baranivskyi (Socialist) Yaroslav Davydovych, chairman of vation within the OSCE. Coal Industry: Viktor Topolov Construction and Architecture: Pavlo Kachur (Our Ukraine) Culture and Tourism: Ihor Lykhovyi Defense: Anatolii Hrytsenko Quotable notes Economy: Arsenii Yatseniuk “The government has failed to become transparent. It doesn’t respond to criticism. Education and Science: Stanislav Nikolayenko (Socialist) Sure, you can criticize it now more easily, you know you won’t get arrested or killed, Emergencies: Viktor Baloha (Our Ukraine) but it’s not making any difference. Freedom of speech is just one part of a democratic Environment: Pavlo Ihnatenko (Our Ukraine) society: The authorities have to respond to it. Otherwise, it’s one-way traffic.” Family, Children and Youth: Yurii Pavlenko (Our Ukraine) Finance Minister: Viktor Pynzenyk (Reforms and Order Party) – Serhii Leschenko, a journalist with Ukrayinska Pravda, as quoted in an Foreign Affairs: Borys Tarasyuk (Rukh) October 18 story by Kateryna Khinkulova for BBC News. Fuel and Energy: Ivan Plachkov Health Minister: Yurii Poliachenko “... Unfortunately, the declared maidan values did not materialize in the deeds Industrial Policy: Volodymyr Shandra (Our Ukraine) of people entrusted with people’s hopes. The majority of the ruling team that Internal Affairs: Yurii Lutsenko rode the wave of the revolution did not realize who they owe their success to. Justice: Serhii Holovatyi Labor: Ivan Sakhan “Businessmen, who occupied the offices on Hrushevsky and Bankova streets, Transport and Communications: Viktor Bodnar firmly believe even now that their paths were paved with the millions of dollars spent on the revolution, but not with the millions of Ukrainians at the streets. ...” Security Service of Ukraine Chair: Ihor Drizhchanyi National Security and Defense Council Secretary: Anatolii Kinakh (Party of – Mykola Tomenko, former vice prime minister in the Tymoshenko Cabinet, Industrialists and Entrepreneurs) writing in the September 30 issue of Ukrayinska Pravda. Presidential Secretariat Chair: Oleh Rybachuk (Our Ukraine) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 Specialists speak on the U.S. and Ukraine after the Orange Revolution by Taras Mazyar and Marta Matselioukh business affairs. During the visit, the U.S. The assistant secretary pointed out that worse mess than that of the Orange coali- U.S.-Ukraine Foundation delegation met with Ukraine’s government it is also necessary to remember that tion. The Communists are on the decline. officials, including the Prime Minister Yurii Ukraine has made significant progress Seventh, corruption is being dealt WASHINGTON – On Friday, October Yekhanurov, Presidential Secretariat Chair since this past January. “The media oper- with, but not as much as one would have 14, The Washington Group (TWG), in Oleh Rybachuk, Foreign Affairs Minister ate more freely, respect for civil rights hoped. Finally, Russia’s and Ukraine’s conjunction with the Johns Hopkins Borys Tarasyuk, Secretary of the National has improved and the court has become paths are diverging. University School of Advanced Security and Defense Council Anatolii more independent,” stated Mr. Kramer. But, there are also areas to criticize. Commenting on the recent Ukrainian Overall, Dr. Kuzio said he believes that political turbulence, Mr. Kramer said that President Yuschenko has traveled abroad “no country has made the transition from too much, and the Ukrainian diaspora in communism to democracy and a market the United States should not have encour- economy without ups and downs. So, we aged his most recent trip to America. need to have realistic expectations and to Instead, Mr. Yushchenko should have keep helping to steer Ukraine in the right focused more on Ukraine’s domestic direction. We [the U.S.] also said that political crisis and getting his candidate there is a very urgent need to regain the for prime minister through Parliament in momentum on vital economic reforms and the first attempt. Also, signing the recent to redouble efforts to combat corruption.” memorandum with former Prime Minister During meetings with Ukraine’s offi- Yanukovych was a strategic mistake. cials, the U.S. side also stressed the need Both Mr. Kramer and Dr. Kuzio to set aside personal animosities, and to agreed that the upcoming March 2006 cooperate on issues that are vital for Ukrainian parliamentary elections are Ukraine’s future. crucial for Ukraine’s future. Because of Following Mr. Kramer’s presentation, constitutional reforms, the next Dr. Kuzio analyzed the recent events in Parliament will be extended by one year, Ukraine, the public reaction to them, as until 2011. “During that time, basically, well as the overall trends in contempo- Ukraine’s fate is decided in terms of rary Ukrainian politics. NATO, WTO and the EU. That’s why According to Dr. Kuzio, it is incorrect Yushchenko has to work hard for the next to assess the recent crisis in Ukraine from few months,” said Dr. Kuzio. two maximalist viewpoints – to either A question and answer period with the Dr. Taras Kuzio speaks, as Orest Deychakiwsky (center) and David Kramer listen. ignore it, or to emotionally exaggerate audience followed the discussion. that the Orange Revolution has been Corruption in Ukraine, Ukraine’s International Studies (SAIS), hosted a Kinakh, and officials of the Finance and betrayed. Ukraine’s politics is also too prospective membership in the World presentation on “After the Orange Economy ministries. complicated to blame only one side (usu- Trade Organization and the European Revolution: the U.S. and Ukraine.” Meetings were also held with former ally Ms. Tymoshenko) for creating the Union, Ukraine’s treatment of the coun- The speakers included David Kramer, Prime Ministers Yulia Tymoshenko and crisis. Blame is to be shared by Ms. try’s Jewish community, the problem of deputy assistant secretary for European and Viktor Yanukovych, former State Tymoshenko and Mr. Yushchenko. Ukraine’s graduation from the Jackson- Eurasian affairs at the U.S. Department of Secretary Oleksander Zinchenko and Eight positive developments are cur- Vanik amendment, and the media situa- State, and Taras Kuzio, visiting professor at Verkhovna Rada deputies from a number rently taking place in Ukraine since the tion in Ukraine were of special interest. George Washington University. The event of different factions. Orange Revolution, explained Dr. Kuzio. With regard to the Jackson-Vanik was held at 7 p.m. at SAIS. According to Mr. Kramer, during their Firstly, although the new government amendment, both speakers confirmed Moderated by Orest Deychakiwsky, meetings with Ukraine’s officials the is a mismatch of various political fac- that the Ukrainian government has made staff advisor at the U.S. Helsinki U.S. delegation delivered a consistent tions, the new guard, unlike its Kuchma- significant progress in this area through Commission, the panelists assessed the message that the United States continues era predecessor, is not pursuing violent the years, and that the U.S. government contemporary situation in Ukraine, ana- to support Ukraine’s reform efforts and means against those who oppose it. supports the graduation of Ukraine from lyzed the effects of the Orange Revolution, Euro-Atlantic aspirations. Secondly, the Orange Revolution has Jackson-Vanik. and commented on the direction of U.S.- “For our part, the United States’ part, empowered young people and reinforced Taking into account the positive Ukraine relations for the near future. we stay ready to help support develop- civil society. Thirdly, there has been a great achievements of the Orange Revolution, As the evening’s first panelist, Mr. ment of democracy, to help in anti-corrup- increase in media freedom. Fourthly, law the speakers were generally positive about Kramer highlighted the importance of the tion efforts and forward economic enforcement is being brought under demo- the medium-term prospects and possibili- Orange Revolution, Ukraine’s continued reforms. We’ll cooperate closely with the cratic control and corruption attacked. ties for Ukraine’s future. However, they democratization and its integration into Ukrainian government across a wide Fifthly, according to Dr. Kuzio, there is a noted that the future will depend on the Euro-Atlantic structures. Mr. Kramer noted: spectrum of issues. The joint statement positive trend in that Ukraine is moving success of Ukraine’s government policy “The Orange Revolution has radically that the two presidents, President [George away from Eurasia’s and the CIS’s super- and economic reforms which have been transformed the political dynamics in W.] Bush and President [Viktor] presidential system to a European, Central- slowed recently and require the attention Ukraine. And it also had and still has signif- Yushchenko, signed in April focuses on European system. “Of the 27 post-commu- of President Yushchenko. icant ramifications for the whole region. All concrete areas of our cooperation such as nist states which have undergone democrat- With almost every seat in the SAIS of us, not least the Ukrainian people, have a promoting democracy and freedom, fight- ic transition since 1991, the most successful Rome Auditorium occupied, the event was stake in Ukraine’s continuing democratiza- ing terrorism, supporting Ukraine’s have been those with parliamentary systems very well attended. Among the attendees tion and success, the development of a mar- NATO aspirations and combating in Central Europe, not a presidential system. were Steven Pifer, former U.S. ambassador ket economy and rule of law, and integra- weapons proliferation and promoting eco- Ukraine is moving in its reforms towards to Ukraine; Marcus Micheli, senior Ukraine tion into global economic institutions and nomic reform. We also pledge to cooper- the Central-European, Baltic model. And Desk officer at the U.S. Department of the Euro-Atlantic community.” ate in fighting organized crime, trafficking that’s a good thing,” said Dr. Kuzio. State; and Eugene Fishel, acting division Mr. Kramer remarked on his most recent in persons and other issues such as Sixthly, Dr. Kuzio pointed out that the chief at the Bureau of Intelligence and trip to Ukraine with Anthony Wayne, the HIV/AIDS. We certainly have a full agen- political spectrum of Ukraine is radically Research of the State Department. A recep- assistant secretary of state for economic and da with the Ukrainians,” Mr. Kramer said. changing, with the centrist camp in an even tion followed the event. MP Mark testifies for redress before Standing Committee OTTAWA – Inky Mark, member of commemoration and education. C-333, Mr. Mark concluded his statement by ness before the House of Commons Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River- once passed, will recognize the injustices saying, “There is no doubt after all these Standing Committee on Canadian Marquette, testified on October 21 before done to Chinese immigrants through head years it is time for resolution. It’s time to Heritage to speak in support of Mr. the Standing Committee on Canadian taxes and exclusion legislation. quit talking about it and deal with it. Mark’s bill. Heritage. During the hearing MP Mark com- Parliament must lead the way. We need Commenting on recent developments Mr. Mark explained, “The committee mented, “Both the Ukrainian and the to recognize and accept our past, learn with respect to the Ukrainian Canadian has started to hear testimony regarding Chinese communities have been seeking from it, and move on. It’s long overdue.” community’s requests for acknowledg- two of my Private Member’s Bills: C- recognition for over two decades in this After hearing more testimony, the ment and restitution, Dr. Luciuk said: 331, the Ukrainian Canadian Recognition country. I’ve been working on both of Standing Committee on Canadian “Working with our partners in the Act, and C-333, the Chinese Canadian these bills since being elected in 1997. It Heritage will draft a report to be present- Ukrainian Canadian Congress and Recognition Act that was tabled by my has taken a long time for this legislation ed to the House of Commons for further Ukrainian Canadian Foundation of Taras colleague Bev Oda.” to get where it is.” debate and a vote at third reading. Shevchenko, and with the active support Both pieces of legislation seek to edu- “Why do we need to pass Bills C-331 of MPs Borys Wrzesnewskyj and Walter * * * cate Canadians about their history. The and C-333? We are a multicultural socie- Lastewka, we have already been able to move our case forward, as was intent of C-331 is to recognize the injus- ty. We reflect the best of mankind around The Ukrainian Canadian Civil announced August 24 when the prime tice that was done to persons of the world. So, to continue, we need to fix Liberties Association (UCCLA) has minister of Canada, the Right Ukrainian descent and other Europeans our historical problems. These two issues endorsed Bill C-331, and the UCCLA’s Honourable Paul Martin, bore witness to who were unjustly interned at the time of are not currently part of our Canadian director of research, Dr. Lubomyr World War I and to provide for public history. They are missed,” he stated. Luciuk, was to appear as an expert wit- (Continued on page 25) No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 5 FOR THE RECORD: NATO secretary general’s speech in Kyiv

Following is the text of the speech by 1949 was built upon a shared commit- our operations in Kosovo and border, Ukraine will have yet another Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, secretary general ment to “democracy, individual liberty Afghanistan. We look forward to working opportunity to demonstrate her role as a of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and the rule of law.” together in the context of our anti-terror- responsible partner and a net exporter of titled “Achieving Ukraine’s Integration The alliance has defended these values ist naval patrols in the Mediterranean Sea security. This can only serve to improve Goals: What Needs To Be Done,” which for 56 years. Through our partnerships and in Operation Active Endeavor. the country’s integration prospects. he delivered at the Diplomatic Academy our “open door” policy, we have helped But beyond this operational context, we Finally, we will be looking to the in Kyiv on October 20. states in transition throughout Central and will also look increasingly to Ukraine as a Ukrainian authorities to conduct a com- Eastern Europe, including several of partner in fighting arms trafficking and prehensive dialogue with the Ukrainian Ladies and gentlemen, dear friends: people, to explain what the alliance is, It is always a pleasure to return to what we have achieved in the framework Ukraine. As you know, this time I have ...if [Ukraine] is to realize her member- of the NATO-Ukraine Distinctive come to your country with the North Partnership, and why Ukraine wants and Atlantic Council, the decision-making ship aspirations, then this must be a expects more. Because if the country is body of NATO. to realize her membership aspirations, Yesterday we had very fruitful meet- national project with broad public support. then this must be a national project with ings with President [Viktor] Yushchenko, It must engage all constituencies and all broad public support. It must engage all Prime Minister [Yurii] Yekhanurov, constituencies and all regions, those who Ministers [Borys] Tarasyuk and regions, those who wore blue last December wore blue last December as well as those [Anatolii] Hrytsenko, Speaker as well as those who wore orange. who wore orange. [Volodymyr] Lytvyn and other members Events like this one here today can help of the government and the Parliament of in this effort. And indeed, as we speak, your country. Today, we have an equally many members of the North Atlantic important program. Members of the Ukraine’s neighbors, to put these values proliferation, and helping to address Council are discussing these issues with North Atlantic Council have flown out to into practice. There is no reason whatsoev- regional issues, such as the search for a the Ukrainian people across the country. Kharkiv, Odesa and Donetsk to reach out er why Ukraine should not also assume political settlement in Transdniestria. Here, But there needs to be greater overall to the young people and members of the her rightful place as a full member of this we welcome the energy and dynamism that awareness of what Ukraine’s security con- civil society in these regions. I have community of shared values. the Ukrainian authorities have shown since stayed in Kyiv to meet with you and also cerns are, and how the alliance can help – Progress has already been made in chart- the beginning of this year. indeed, is helping – to address them. your colleagues at the National ing a course toward this ambitious goal. By tightening her own export control University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. Here, I would highlight two concrete Freedom of the media, a chronic con- standards, and working together with the areas in which NATO is helping to address Dear friends: cern that has plagued our relationship in European Union to ensure adequate con- It is a particular privilege for me to the past, has improved dramatically since trol of the Ukrainian-Moldovan state (Continued on page 21) address the Diplomatic Academy, know- the beginning of this year. Political pro- ing that work under way today, including grams are being debated openly, and a in the framework of the NATO-Ukraine vibrant parliamentary opposition is tak- NATO-Ukraine Commission’s Distinctive Partnership, is changing fun- ing shape. In this distinguished company, damentally the environment in which however, rather than congratulate you on you one day will be practicing this diplo- what has been achieved already, I would joint statement to the press matic profession. like to discuss some of the most impor- When I was here in June, the alliance tant challenges that lie ahead. Following is the text of the joint Defense Minister Hrytsenko and Ukraine had just decided to launch The main engine driving Ukraine’s press statement issued at the conclu- informed the NUC about progress to an “Intensified Dialogue” on Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration agenda forward sion of the NATO-Ukraine Commission date and future plans in the area of aspirations to NATO membership and on needs to be a firm commitment to Meeting held in Kyiv on October 19. defense reform. He underlined that the the reforms necessary to bring those democracy, individual liberty and the MOD [Ministry of Defense] will contin- aspirations closer to reality. Foreign rule of law. The Ukrainian authorities – At the April 2005 meeting of ue to reform the armed forces of Minister Tarasyuk shared with me a “dis- indeed, all political forces in Ukraine – NATO-Ukraine Commission (NUC) Ukraine to bring them closer to Euro- cussion paper,” in which the Ukrainian need to demonstrate that they are willing foreign ministers, NATO and Ukraine Atlantic standards, especially by devel- authorities identified areas where poli- and able to build strong, reliable demo- launched an Intensified Dialogue on oping interoperability with allied forces cies would need to be changed or actions cratic institutions, and to keep these Ukraine’s aspirations to NATO mem- as a basis for active participation in, and taken in order to achieve NATO stan- institutions free from corruption. bership and relevant reforms, without support of, NATO-led operations. The dards. Ukraine faces another important elec- prejudice to any eventual alliance deci- minister looked forward to further dis- These standards apply to issues as sion. Today in Kyiv, the NATO- cussions of Ukraine’s defense and secu- diverse as the strength and reliability of tion in a few months. It is not for us, or anyone else outside Ukraine, to decide Ukraine Commission held its first rity sector reform plans with allies at the democratic institutions, the current state meeting in the framework of this NATO-Ukraine high-level consultations of defense and security sector reform, the results of that election. But the quality of the process – whether Intensified Dialogue. NATO in Vilnius [Lithuania] on October 23-24. Ukraine’s commitment to peaceful reso- Ambassadors were welcomed by Allied ambassadors reaffirmed lution of disputes and the maintenance of there will be a free and fair campaign, equal access to media, unimpeded voting Foreign Minister Borys Tarasyuk and NATO’s open-door policy, while good relations with her neighbors. All of Defense Minister Anatolii Hrytsenko, underscoring that NATO remains a per- these questions will be addressed during and an accurate vote count – will be a very strong indication of how much progress who participated in the meeting on formance-based organization founded the Intensified Dialogue process. behalf of Ukraine. on shared values. They reiterated their The Intensified Dialogue is off to a Ukraine has made in putting Euro-Atlantic values into practice. Similarly, it is not up Members of the commission discussed commitment to the Intensified good start, and we took another impor- Ukrainian efforts to implement reforms Dialogue, with a view to further sup- tant step yesterday, when the North to us to craft your system of government, but as the constitutional reform process required of European democracies inter- porting the achievement of Ukraine’s Atlantic Council held a series of meet- ested in pursuing alliance membership. reform objectives and her Euro- moves ahead, Ukraine will have yet anoth- ings with President Yushchenko and sen- They noted with satisfaction that a fruitful Atlantic integration aspirations. They er opportunity, in consultation with the ior members of Ukraine’s executive and first round of expert consultations in the welcomed the reform efforts of the Council of Europe and others, to demon- legislative branches. Allies continue to framework of the Intensified Dialogue Ukrainian leadership and encouraged strate her commitment to generally accept- be struck by the seriousness and profes- was held in September between high- Ukraine to fully utilize the Intensified ed democratic norms. sionalism of our Ukrainian colleagues. level Ukrainian officials and NATO inter- Dialogue process to advance reforms. We will also be looking to Ukraine to We also have been witness to the lead- national staff, and indicated they will In this vein, they underscored that con- affect sweeping changes throughout the ership’s determination to ensure continuity remain engaged as this process continues. crete progress in the key reform and security sector, building upon the very in Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration Foreign Minister Tarasyuk briefed policy areas discussed with Ministers drive, despite political changes here in real progress achieved, with allied assis- allies on internal political develop- Tarasyuk and Hrytsenko would be the Kyiv over the past weeks. And we intend tance, in reforming Ukraine’s national ments in Ukraine and priority issues of prerequisite and ultimate measure to maintain a robust schedule of NATO- defence institutions. This is absolutely Ukraine’s foreign policy, including the against which Ukraine’s aspirations to Ukraine work throughout the autumn. The essential, not because “NATO said so,” enhancement of regional security. He NATO membership would be consid- next step in this regard will be the infor- but because professional, accountable reaffirmed Ukraine’s interest in NATO ered. They looked forward to review- mal defense ministerial consultations in military, security and intelligence organs, membership, and its desire to join the ing Ukraine’s implementation of the Vilnius [Lithuania] next Monday [October firmly underpinned by democratic con- Membership Action Plan. In this con- NATO-Ukraine Action Plan at the 24], which will help us to focus more trol and respect for the rule of law, are nection, he also outlined Ukraine’s NUC ministerial session in December. sharply on Ukraine’s specific needs in the indispensable to Ukraine’s future as a ongoing efforts to ensure economic NATO ambassadors thanked area of defence and security sector reform. free, democratic state. So are law growth, the further democratization of Ukraine for its warm hospitality. They Ukraine’s reform process and the fur- enforcement and judicial institutions that governmental institutions, including in welcomed the further discussions they ther evolution of its relationship with the serve the cause of justice, rather than the defense and security sectors, the would have of NATO-Ukraine cooper- North Atlantic Alliance are inextricable, political agendas. enhancement of the rule of law, includ- ation with both the National Security and both received a new impetus with Ukraine’s leadership understands this, ing through judicial reform, the con- and Defense Council of Ukraine and the “Orange Revolution.” Why is this and the alliance stands ready to help duct of free and fair elections, and the the Verkhovna Rada, as well as the so? Because the ideals of the maidan are them in making these reforms. continued fight against corruption. He opportunity to engage the Ukrainian our ideals as well. Because what drives We will continue to work together to reconfirmed Ukraine’s commitment to people directly through seminars and Ukraine forward into a future of liberty address common political and security implement these and all other aspects information activities in Donetsk, and prosperity will also bring us closer challenges. Ukraine is an indispensable of the Ukraine-NATO Action Plan. Kharkiv and Odesa. together. The North Atlantic Treaty of partner for the alliance in the conduct of 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 Ukraine’s economy freer, but stalled, say economic reports by Andrew Nynka Independent Political Research based in Singapore at 8.5. New Zealand, of privatization.” The study also found Kyiv. Switzerland and the United States tied for that this was the only region that has no PARSIPPANY, N.J. – The Ukrainian In one of the more interesting findings, third with ratings of 8.2. repressed economies. economy, once booming but now largely the report said that “when measures of The United Kingdom, Canada and The “2005 Index of Economic stalled in the aftermath of the Orange both economic freedom and democracy Ireland ranked sixth, seventh and eighth Freedom” looked at the link between Revolution, is freer than it has been in at are included in a statistical study, eco- respectively. Australia, Estonia, freedom and prosperity, and found that least a decade, say several economic nomic freedom is about 50 times more Luxembourg and the United Arab “the countries with the most economic reports released recently. The findings of effective than democracy in diminishing Emirates tied for ninth. The rankings of freedom also have higher rates of long- the research are significant because the violent conflict.” other large economies are Germany, 19th; term economic growth and are more studies also suggest that economic free- In a statement released together with Japan, 30th; France, 38th; Italy, 54th; prosperous than are those with less eco- dom is more effective than democracy in the report on September 8, James Mexico, 59th; India, 66th; China, 86th; nomic freedom,” the Heritage Foundation diminishing violent conflict. Gwartney, a co-author of the report and a Brazil, 88th; and Russia, 115th. said on its website. One study, conducted by the Fraser professor of economics at Florida State The bottom countries were Burundi, The study measured 161 countries Institute in Canada, ranked economic University, said that stable democracies Guinea-Bissau, the Democratic Republic against a list of 50 independent variables freedom within countries on a scale of 1- tend to have high levels of economic of Congo, Venezuela, Zimbabwe and that were grouped into 10 categories. 10, with 10 being the most free. In 2003, freedom, which led to the question of Myanmar. However, a number of other The editors did not grade five countries the most recent year studied, Ukraine whether democracy or economic freedom countries for which data are not avail- because they are currently in a state of scored a 5.5 and ranked 105th out of 127 affects the chances of violent conflict. able, such as North Korea and Cuba, may “civil unrest or anarchy.” Those coun- countries. This is a significant improve- “Researchers have long known democ- have even less economic freedom. tries were Angola, Burundi, Congo, ment from 1995, when Ukraine scored a racies go to war about as often as other Thirty-eight components and subcom- Sudan and Iraq. Serbia and Montenegro 3.4 and was ranked last among the 123 nations but tend not to go to war with ponents were used to measure the degree also was not graded because of a lack of countries evaluated. The average eco- each other,” Mr. Gwartney said. “The of economic freedom in five areas: (1) reliable data. nomic freedom score for all of the coun- impact of economic freedom on whether size of government; (2) legal structure The 10 categories measured were trade tries included in the report was 6.4 in states fight or have a military dispute is and protection of property rights; (3) policy, fiscal burden of government, gov- 2003. highly significant, while democracy is access to sound money; (4) international ernment intervention in the economy, In 2000 Ukraine moved up to a 4.7 rat- not a statistically significant predictor of exchange; and (5) regulation. monetary policy, capital flows and for- ing and ranked 116th out of 123 coun- conflict.” The authors also noted that the overall eign investment, banking and finance, tries. In 2001 it moved up to a 5.0 and its Though the Fraser Institute’s report is pattern of results did not shift when addi- wages and prices, property rights, regula- rank did not change from the previous a positive indicator for Ukraine, tional variables, such as membership in tion and informal (or black) market activ- year. In 2002 Ukraine scored a 5.4 and President Viktor Yushchenko has still had the European Union, nuclear capability ity. ranked 109th out of 123 countries. The to contend with the reality that his coun- and regional factors, were added. The top five most economically free study was first conducted in 1995. try’s economy is cooling quickly. The report was co-authored by Robert countries were Hong Kong (first), A report from that study, titled Ukraine’s Gross Domestic Product Lawson, professor of economics at Singapore (second), Luxembourg (third), “Economic Freedom of the World: 2005 (GDP) has slumped from 6.5 percent in Capital University in Ohio. Erik Gartzke, Estonia (fourth) and Ireland (fifth). Annual Report,” examines the degree to January to just 1.6 percent in August, Mr. a political scientist at Columbia “Perhaps the greatest surprise in this which the policies and institutions of Yushchenko said during the International University, contributed to the report. year’s index is the failure, for the first given countries support economic free- Economic Forum held at Lviv’s Chamber Another study, conducted by the time, of the United States to make the top dom. of Trade and Industry on October 6. GDP, Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street 10,” a statement from the Heritage According to the authors of the report, a measure of the value of a country’s Journal, examined the economic freedom Foundation said. “Although its score the ranking of economic freedom within total output of goods and services, is of 155 countries. Ukraine was the second remains unchanged from last year, and it a country was based on a number of fac- often used to illustrate a country’s eco- most improved country, giving it an over- is still classified as free, the United States tors. Among them were individual nomic strength. all rank of 88th, while Madagascar was – now in a tie for 12th place with choice, the voluntary exchange of goods While Ukraine’s GDP has been falling the most improved, with an overall rank Switzerland – has been ‘treading water,’ and services, the freedom to compete, in the immediate aftermath of the Orange of 48th. according to the editors, and hence has and the security of privately owned prop- Revolution, the Fraser Institute’s study In reference to the region encompass- been surpassed by countries willing to erty. shows that its economy has been steadily ing North America and Europe, the report open their economies still further.” The study was conducted in conjunc- opening up since at least 2000. noted that “Ukraine, though, logged the The five least economically free coun- tion with independent research and edu- In this year’s index, Hong Kong most dramatic improvement in the tries were Turkmenistan and Zimbabwe cational institutes in over 60 countries, retained the highest rating for economic region, by reducing its tax burden, easing (tied for 151st), Libya (153rd), Burma including the Ukrainian Center for freedom, 8.7 of 10, closely followed by price controls and accelerating the pace (154th) and North Korea (155th). USTDA grant to support Lviv residents support Yushchenko aviation safety in Ukraine over Tymoshenko, according to new poll by Yana Sedova Batkivschyna Party. Embassy of the United States Specifically, the technical assistance Kyiv Press Bureau Oleksander Moroz’s Socialist Party program will evaluate the current status KYIV – U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine would get 4 percent of the city’s votes, of Ukraine’s civil aviation safety regula- John E. Herbst and First Deputy KYIV – Lviv residents prefer and 7 percent of Lviv residents wouldn’t tory system, in both structure and opera- Chairman Anatolii Kolisnyk of the State President Viktor Yushchenko and his Our vote for any political party. tion, in light of the Ukrainian govern- Administration of Ukraine for Aviation Ukraine People’s Union party to his part- Regarding the political crisis that ment’s obligations in the International Safety Oversight on September 27 signed ner in the Orange Revolution, Yulia resulted in the September 8 dismissal of Civil Aviation Organization. In addition, a grant agreement with the goal of Tymoshenko, a new poll reported. it will include the preparation of an action the Cabinet of Ministers, the largest num- improving aviation safety in Ukraine. While Mr. Yushchenko commands more ber of Lviv residents blame Mr. plan to address regulatory, staffing, orga- support than Ms. Tymoshenko, Lviv resi- The $625,000 grant from the U.S. Yushchenko’s circle – 35 percent of Trade and Development Agency nizational and technical issues that the dents are reluctant to blame her for their respondents said politicians from the overall evaluation identifies. split, according to an opinion poll conduct- (USTDA) will be used to fund technical president’s team are responsible. The poll The U.S. Trade and Development ed by the Kyiv International Institute of assistance to improve aviation safety did not identify any specific politician. Agency advances economic development Sociology that was financed by Western oversight functions in Ukraine to meet Only about 10 percent blame Mr. and U.S. commercial interests in devel- companies and educational institutions. international standards. The State Yushchenko himself and even fewer oping and middle-income countries. The If parliamentary elections were to take Aviation Administration selected respondents, 8.4 percent, consider Ms. agency funds various forms of technical place on October 30, 38 percent of Lviv Robinson Aviation Inc. of Arlington, Va., Tymoshenko responsible for the crisis. assistance, feasibility studies, training, city residents would vote for the Our to provide the technical assistance. Mr. Yushchenko received 36 percent orientation visits and business workshops Ukraine People’s Union political party “An internationally recognized and of support from poll respondents in his that support the development of a mod- led by Mr. Yushchenko, while 23 percent professional aviation regulatory system is conflict with Ms. Tymoshenko, who was ern infrastructure, and a fair and open would vote for Yulia Tymoshenko’s vital not only for passenger safety,” supported by 20 percent of respondents. Ambassador Herbst said at the signing trading environment. Among local politicians, Andrii Sadovyi ceremony. “As Ukraine continues its USTDA’s strategic use of foreign and Vasyl Kuibida have the highest ratings. transition to a more market-oriented assistance funds to support sound invest- Correction If citizens were to vote for the Lviv economy, a viable and dynamic air trans- ment policies and decision-making in In its news release published in The mayor on October 30, Mr. Sadovyi portation system is vital to the country’s host countries creates an enabling envi- Ukrainian Weekly on October 23, the would get 26.8 percent of votes. Mr. economic well-being and growth.” ronment for trade, investment and sus- Ukrainian Congress Committee of America Kuibida wouldn’t be far behind with To this end, the USTDA-funded tech- tainable economic development. In carry- listed incorrect information about the day 26.1 percent of votes, the poll said. nical assistance seeks to enhance the safe- ing out its mission, USTDA emphasizes and date of the New York City commemo- Lviv’s current mayor, Liubomyr ty posture of the Ukrainian aviation regu- economic sectors that may benefit from ration of the anniversary of the Famine- Buniak, would secure only 1.2 percent of latory regime by helping transform the U.S. exports of goods and services. Since Genocide of 1932-1933 in Ukraine. The the vote, the poll said. civil aviation authority into an organiza- 1992 USTDA has allocated more than correct day/date for the memorial services The institute polled 706 respondents tion that meets international standards by $11 million to Ukraine, of which almost and program at St. Patrick’s Cathedral is between October 1 and 10; the margin of assuring the flying public that its national $10 million were grants for feasibility Saturday, November 19. error was not more than 4 percent. air transportation is safe and secure. studies. No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 7

THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM

UNA sponsors exhibit about Ukrainian Insurgent Army by Roma Hadzewycz forests in and beyond his native Association’s estate in Kerhonkson, N.Y., exhibit, readers may call the Ukrainian Lemkivschyna region where the UPA over the weekend of July 29-31 as part of National Associationm, (973) 292-9800, PARSIPPANY, N.J. – The Ukrainian waged its valiant struggle. a broader conference titled “A Day in the ext. 3071. The exhibit will be on display Insurgent Army (UPA) is the subject of Mr. Kotlar is seen in the film recount- Life of the UPA – Ukrainian Insurgent at the UNA headquarters building, 2200 an exhibit currently on view here at the ing how UPA units were “constantly on Army.” Route 10 (westbound), Parsippany, N.J., Ukrainian National Association’s the move, spending not longer than one For information about viewing the through November 12. Corporate Headquarters. day in one place.” He relates that these The exhibit, which is based on the units “counted on civilian support” and authoritative Chronicles of the Ukrainian that is why “entire villages that support- Insurgent Army (Litopys UPA), encom- ed the UPA were destroyed by the passes historic photographs, archival enemy.” documents, maps and various artifacts Mr. Kotlar underscores that “the sacri- related to the UPA’s fight for the freedom fices that cost us dearly were not in of Ukraine. vain.” The official opening of the exhibit on The film screening was followed by a Sunday, October 16, was scheduled to question and answer session, during coincide with the Feast Day of the which Ms. Kotlar revealed that she is Protection of the Mother of God (Sviato working on her documentary with a view Pokrovy), which is considered to be the toward showing it at film festivals. “We day in 1942 when the Ukrainian need to tell our story – a story about Insurgent Army was founded. honor,” she said. Opening remarks were given by UNA She said she would like to add the Treasurer Roma Lisovich, who noted the civilian perspective to her narrative, as importance of passing information about civilian support was crucial to the func- Ukraine’s history on to the next genera- tioning of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. tion. Ms. Kotlar also noted that she has An introduction to the Ukrainian found this exhibit “elicits stories” from Insurgent Army was provided by Dr. others who were either in the UPA, Taras Hunczak, Rutgers University pro- played supporting roles, or lived through fessor emeritus of history, who pointed this difficult period in Ukraine’s history. to his own connection to the UPA as a The same exhibit had been on display young boy who served as a courier. at Soyuzivka, the Ukrainian National Roma Hadzewycz Prof. Hunczak spoke of the UPA’s bat- Standing before a panel highlighting the women who served in the UPA are tle for Ukraine’s freedom as it was (from left): UNA Treasurer Roma Lisovich, UPA veteran Julian Kotlar, Prof. caught between two powers: the Soviets Taras Hunczak and filmmaker Christina Kotlar. and the Nazis. He described the fighting force as “an underground movement that had no outside support.” A showing of the documentary “A Daughter’s Journey” by Christina Kotlar, who holds a master’s degree in produc- Founded 1894 P.O. BOX 280, 2200 Route 10, Parsippany, NJ 07054 • (973) 292-9800 Fax: (973)292-0900 • www.unamember.com • E-mail [email protected] tion for film and video from American University in Washington, was a high- light of the program. The filmmaker The UNA Cleveland District is pleased to invite noted that she had read the memoirs of her father, Julian Kotlar, in Litopys UPA the Ukrainian community and realized “it was time to tell his story.” to an informative session with Ms. Kotlar and her father traveled to the region where her father’s UPA unit was active and interviewed his comrades in arms and contemporaries in the dias- UNA President pora. Her 20-minute documentary-in- progress – which will be expanded into Prof. Taras Hunczak speaks about the an hourlong production – takes viewers history of the Ukrainian Insurgent STEFAN KACZARAJ to her father’s birthplace and to the Army. Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 12:00 noon

At Pokrova Ukrainian Catholic Church Parish Hall 6812 Broadview Rd. Parma, Ohio

Coffee and snacks will be served at 11:30 a.m.

At the conclusion of the meeting a drawing will be held for all attendees – a weekend stay at Soyuzivka.

Welcome one and all! The audience at the UNA Corporate Headquarters listens to presentations about the UPA.

THE UNA: 111 YEARS OF SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44

IN THE PRESS THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY Recognition long overdue Yushchenko’s deal with Yanukovych,

November 1 marks the 61st anniversary of the death in 1944 of Metropolitan questions about the Orange Revolution Andrey Sheptytsky of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, a great civic, cultural and religious leader of Ukraine who was enthroned as metropolitan of Halych and Interview with President Viktor Yushchenko-Tymoshenko coalition archbishop of Lviv in 1901. Sheptytsky was a fearless fighter against both the Yushchenko of Ukraine with the remains Ukraine’s best chance for a Soviet and Nazi regimes whose influence was felt worldwide. Financial Times, London, published on reformist, West-oriented government. Active in political life, he was a member of the Galician Diet, the Austrian House October 14: Even if Mr. Yushchenko bends with of Lords and the Imperial Ministerial Council – all capacities in which he advocated the political wind, he must not break Ukrainian rights and promoted Ukrainian education. He was a political prisoner of QUESTION: Not long ago you signed with the Orange Revolution’s ideals. both the Russian and Polish authorities who occupied Halychyna at various times in a joint agreement with your opponent in Already he has gone too far in extending history, yet he continued to speak out for the Ukrainian cause. In 1930 he con- last year’s elections, Viktor Yanukovych. legal immunity from MPs [members of demned the Polish pacification campaign directed against the Ukrainians. He Some of your supporters see this move as Parliament] to local assembly members. became an enemy of Soviet authorities when he spoke out about the Great Famine talks with the enemy. How should the It is not just principles that are at of 1932-1933 and condemned communism. As well, he criticized the assassinations agreement be understood? stake, but also Ukraine’s future place in of Polish officials that were carried out by radical Ukrainian nationalists. Europe. All the while Sheptytsky was active also as a pastor and Church leader. He ANSWER: I spoke not with held regular eparchial synods and established the order of Studite Fathers. He Yanukovych, but with 13 million people Dominique Arel, associate professor sent many clergymen abroad to care for the needs of Ukrainian immigrants in [who voted for him in last year’s elec- and chair of Ukrainian studies at the North and South America. In 1928 he founded the Theological Academy in Lviv tions], who represent principally eastern University of Ottawa in Canada, writ- (which today has evolved into the Ukrainian Catholic University). Ukraine. ing in the October issue of Current During the second world war Sheptytsky defended his Church during the Soviet My basis was the main slogan that History in the article titled “Is the occupation of western Ukraine. When the Germans occupied the region, he at first everyone carried on Independence Orange Revolution Fading?”: believed that German rule would be better than that of the Soviets. Soon, however, Square during the Orange Revolution: he saw the Nazis’ true face. In early 1942 he wrote a letter to Himmler to denounce “East and West together.” ... Buoyed by the Orange Revolution, the treatment of the Jews and to protest the use of Ukrainians in anti-Jewish repres- I think I and every citizen of Ukraine most analysts expected the Yushchenko sions. He also provided refuge to Jews and instructed his monasteries and convents is denigrated when Ukraine is divided, presidency’s first 100 days to be marked to do the same. He authored the well-known pastoral letter “Thou Shalt Not Kill” when in violation of the Constitution by a powerful program of political and wrote to Pope Pius XII about the Nazis’ killings of the Jews. According to var- someone can speak of separatism, of an change, taking advantage of the disarray ious accounts written by historians, contemporaries and those whom Sheptytsky eastern Ukrainian republic. We all need of the political opposition to reset the saved from the Nazis, more than 150 Jews were saved by the metropolitan. to understand the precipice Ukraine was agenda and, more important, to change According to a recent article in the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, for decades standing on. the way politics is conducted in a post- Holocaust survivors have tried to convince Yad Vashem to recognize Sheptytsky So my idea was that the leaders of the Soviet state. Puzzlingly, there was no as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations,” a designation given to those factions in Parliament should sign a joint such momentum. By one count, the num- whose efforts to save Jews are recognized by the Holocaust memorial authority declaration for the sake of the future, and ber of draft laws initiated by the new in Jerusalem. Since the 1960s the committee that grants the title of “Righteous” reach a mutual understanding on five to president and prime minister was the has met to discuss the Sheptytsky case 13 times; 13 times it has voted against seven key issues. lowest ever submitted to Parliament by recognition of Sheptytsky’s courageous acts. That is, holding honest elections in the executive branch for any one legisla- But a group of survivors in Israel is determined to win the recognition for March of next year, adopting a budget, tive session since independence. Sheptytsky that he so rightfully deserves, wrote Haaretz, and they are circulating not allowing political repression or per- Compounding this image of passivity is a petition to Yad Vashem. In the meantime, the Ukrainian-Jewish group Tkuma is secution, European integration and join- a continuing and troubling ambivalence to hold a seminar in Lviv dedicated to Sheptytsky with the participation of histo- ing the World Trade Organization, and toward the law. Orange elites seem unable, rians from Israel and Ukraine. And, Holocaust survivors say they are encouraged adopting laws [defining the status of] the or unwilling, to understand that an inclina- that an upcoming visit to Israel by President Viktor Yushchenko may also help president, opposition and government. tion to bend the law, even for high-minded the cause. And regarding the people who were short-term political purposes, can be Meanwhile, within the Catholic Church, a movement for Sheptytsky’s beatifica- drawn into falsifying last year’s presi- extremely subversive for the long-term tion that began in the 1950s bore its first fruit in 1968 when Pope Paul VI dential elections, I proposed to formulate consolidation of Ukraine as a “normal” and bestowed the title “Servant of God” upon Sheptytsky. In 2004 Cardinal Lubomyr a more or less balanced policy, to reach a “European” state. If 15 years of post-com- Husar said all that is needed for the beatification of Metropolitan Sheptytsky is that mutual understanding on the issues that munist transition have taught one thing, it the Church recognize a miracle that occurred through his intercession. can be closed. is that the rule of law constitutes the step- As we recall this great man on November 1, we pray that his extraordinary life We want to move, so shall we slap the ping-stone from which everything follows. and deeds may soon be recognized. cart or the horse? Back in the early 1990s, many experts Shall we imprison people for organiz- thought that a law-based state would (Editor’s note: the source for the historical information cited above is W. ing the server [which allegedly gave evolve as a by-product of the implementa- Lencyk’s entry in the Encyclopedia of Ukraine.) unauthorized people real-time access to tion of liberal economic and electoral nationwide voting results data during the reforms. What we better understand now is presidential elections], for organizing that whenever political expediency trumps multiple voting at many polling stations, respect for the law, even for the purest of Nov. for the beating of demonstrators outside intentions, the foundations of a law-based Turning the pages back... the Central Election Commission, which state are eroded. The Orangists do not was organized by particular high-ranking appear to share this understanding yet. officials? 2 * * * Or shall we persecute thousands of 1997 In 1997 at this time of year, our editorial announced: “The doctors and teachers [i.e., ordinary peo- ... Arguably the most critical chal- election season has begun in Ukraine” and issued a warning ple] who took part in vote fraud? lenge in the Orange era is the de-politi- to our Ukrainian American community to beware of being It wasn’t a joint memorandum about cization of these “punishing” state agen- used by those who were seeking office. Following are the March elections. It was about how to cies and the establishment of legal excerpts from that editorial. resolve the key challenges that the politi- restraint in the application of executive cal elite faces today, independent of power. In the first half-year of the * * * whether they are from the authorities or Yushchenko administration, there is no ... Even before any major announcements of candidacies were made, Pavlo Lazarenko – the opposition. evidence that a seismic change has once branded as one of the most corrupt officials in Ukraine – arrived in the United States. occurred, or is about to. He said the goal of his October 19-24 visit was to spread “objective information” about Editorial, Financial Times, London, The Procuracy, for one, does not appear developments in Ukraine, but others saw it differently: here was candidate Lazarenko, sud- October 17: to have changed the way it conducts busi- denly a reformer and democrat, preparing the ground for his run at the presidency. ness. Hardly a week has gone by, since In New York he plugged the platform of his Hromada (Community) party, and said the ... Mr. [Viktor] Yushchenko is ham- January, without the announcement that a Kuchma administration has repeatedly harassed him and his party. In Washington he went pered by the deal struck with Mr. high-profile person associated with the on the offensive against the Kuchma administration, telling Ukrainian Americans: “There is [Leonid] Kuchma to secure peaceful former regime – including Yanukovych no democracy in Ukraine. It died with the coming of the current administration‚ or regime.” regime change. Following next March’s himself, his main business ally, and his Soon after his return to Kyiv, Pravda Ukrainy and Vseukrainskie Viedomosti, two parliamentary elections, much of the former regional chief of staff – has been Russian-language newspapers largely controlled by supporters of Mr. Lazarenko, pub- president’s power will be transferred to summoned for questioning or arrested. lished glowing articles about the visit. Both were replete with errors (some laughable, like the prime minister. The number of such criminal cases that references to “Harry” Kissinger, “Stan” Sestanovich, and “Congressmen” Morningstar So instead of thinking long term, Mr. have been opened is reportedly in the and Pascual) and falsehoods (these much more serious, such as reporting that Ukrainian Yushchenko must focus on the short- thousands, although no case has yet gone Americans support Mr. Lazarenko, that the U.S. government has soured on the Kuchma term issues of his party’s poll prospects to trial. The drumbeat of criminal investi- administration and that the Embassy of Ukraine in the U.S. is not doing its job). Both dis- and its possible post-election coalition gations has been greeted favorably, or informed the Ukrainian public by stating that The New York Times and the Washington partners. It is in this context that he with indifference, by Western observers Post had reported on the visit. ... talked to Mr. [Viktor] Yanukovych. who bear little sympathy for the old It is to be hoped that Ms. [Yulia] regime. Yet one is struck by how selective (Continued on page 16) Tymoshenko will now see sense. A the justice system has remained. ... No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 9 PERSPECTIVES Faces and Places by Myron B. Kuropas BY ANDREW FEDYNSKY

A local call in the global village And, oh, by the way... I was in a meeting in September when clists, veterans, boys dressed as Kozaks, In an August 31 editorial titled “More saving hundreds of Jewish lives in my cell phone rang. It was my friend girls in embroidered blouses. There were Anti-Semitism,” the Kyiv Post wrote: Ukraine and, at great risk to his own life, Roman. “Can I call you back?” I asked. dogs, ponies and a monkey perched on a “August 28 marked another sad day for openly condemning the killing of Jews He readily agreed and gave me his num- young man’s shoulder. I saw a young Ukraine. That’s when latent, often from the pulpit. Yakov Suslensky, an ber. An hour later, walking down St. Shevchenko-look-alike selling posters ignored and frequently tolerated anti- Israeli citizen, whose life was saved by Clair Avenue, I returned the call. and an aging Lenin look-alike with a tin Semitism in Ukraine appeared to have Ukrainians during Soviet times, has “Where are you?” I said. cup. Lots of people had cell phones shown its repugnant face. A local Jewish appealed to Israeli courts 18 times to rec- “I’m on the Khreschatyk,” Roman pressed to their ears. student was beaten and left for dead in tify this injustice, all to no avail. He has replied. Wow! The main boulevard in Believe it or not, there was even a the center of the city.” also appealed to three Ukrainian presi- Kyiv, the same path city residents took long column of paganists parading on the In an October 10 news story titled dents – Leonid Kravchuk, Leonid more than a thousand years ago to the Khreschatyk away from the river to “Ukrainian Jews Honor Victims of Babi Kuchma and Viktor Yushchenko – to Dnipro to be baptized. honor the gods St. Vladimir deposed in [sic] Yar Massacre,” the Kyiv Post recount- appeal to Israel directly, also to no avail. It was noon in Cleveland and 7 p.m. in 988. People took the Sun Worshipers in ed the horrors of that Nazi-directed carnage I know Yakov Suslensky; I helped coor- Kyiv, and there we were, chatting at a stride. After all, I thought, it’s a free which killed 33,700 Jews, and then, in a dinate two of his visits to the United States distance of 5,000 miles, the signal clear country; tourist that I am, I snapped pic- kind of gratuitous, “oh, by the way” state- where he spoke to Ukrainian American as a bell. And it was a local call! Truly tures on my digital camera. ment, the editorial concluded: “Hundreds audiences but was totally rebuffed by the we live in a global village. Walking the beautiful streets of Kyiv, I of thousands [of Jews] have been killed in Jewish American power structure. I remember a time when a letter from noticed how the Ukrainian language, pogroms [in Ukraine] over the centuries, Another Jew, Kurt I. Lewin, son of the Ukraine, with colorful stamps marked once a rarity, is now ubiquitous on bill- and millions died in the Holocaust.” Chief Rabbi of Lviv, saved from certain “CCCP,” was a big deal. Often, my par- boards, handbills, advertising, traffic Babyn Yar was a horrendous atrocity death by Metropolitan Sheptytsky, has ents pointed out how the envelope had signs, official notices, restaurant menus. during which Nazis killed thousands of also taken up the cause, not only among been opened and then crudely resealed. Russian is also pervasive: for every Ukrainian Jews. But Ukrainians also Jews but with the Vatican as well. During “Tsenzura” (censorship), they’d explain Ukrainian conversation you overhear, were murdered at Babyn Yar. They were the Nazi occupation of Ukraine, Mr. before sitting down at the kitchen table to four or five are in Russian. Indeed, when not mentioned in the Kyiv Post story. Lewin was hidden by Studite monks read the precious message from a brother I spoke Ukrainian, the response was Why not? Like the Holocaust itself, it headed by Ihumen Clement, Sheptytsky’s or sister in the old country. Little was often in Russian. Politely, I’d explain that appears that Babyn Yar has now become brother, where he became fluent in taken at face value. A person suffering I’m an American who grew up with an exclusively Jewish calamity. Ukrainian and totally at home with the from “the same illness” that had befallen English and Ukrainian and barely com- Questions abound. Why is it that Ukrainian liturgy. He even learned to someone else a while ago, meant the KGB prehend Russian. Oh, no problem. Cab whenever Kyiv Post writers mention sing the liturgical responses. was on his case. “Brisk winds blowing” drivers, waitresses, sidewalk vendors, anti-Semitism in Ukraine they feel com- Describing his Ukrainian Studite was a political crackdown, and if “Stefko” journalists, etc. would switch to the lan- pelled to mention pogroms that occured friends in his 1994 book “A Journey was angry, that was really bad news. guage of the customer – me – sensing, no in Ukraine centuries ago, never mention- Through IIlusions,” Mr. Lewin wrote: Visits to Ukraine were also fraught doubt, that a deal or a tip was hanging in ing the fact that they were orchestrated “They accepted every task entrusted to with intrigue. Walk into an apartment and the balance. by Russian tsarist authorites and the them by Metropolitan Andrew [Andrey], the host would put a finger to his lips and For all the positives and negatives, Black Hundreds? including sheltering Jews at the risk of point knowingly to the ceiling. Relatives Ukraine has truly changed for the better, If Ukraine is so anti-Semitic, why are their lives. They did it voluntarily, for the cautioned that the neighbor asking about and electronic communication has played thousands of Jews returning to Ukraine love of Christ, without expecting thanks life in America was really a KGB a big role. It was critical for Ukraine’s from Israel? Why is there never any men- or a reward. Like most Ukrainians, they informant. Frumpy women sitting on independence in 1991 and even more so tion of the 1,755 people of Ukraine who were not particularly friendly toward every floor recorded the comings and during the Orange Revolution when peo- rescued Jews during World War II, Jews, or interested in them. Neverthless, a goings of hotel guests. ple half a world away had up-to-the- Christians like Tanka Kontsevych, men- large number of Jews (over 200 of them) It was a mechanical age, for the most minute information on what was going on. tioned in Martin Gilbert’s book “The were saved in extraordinary circum- part. To write, people took pen in hand or In the Digital Age, people communicate Righteous: Unsung Heroes of the stances, considering the size of the order.” banged away at a manual typewriter. For freely – e-mailing, sending faxes, calling Holocaust.” Why does the Kyiv Post ignore When the war ended, Mr. Lewin emi- copies, they used carbon paper. Kids each other on cell phones, flying back and Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky, responsi- grated first to Israel, where he served in the these days barely know what that is, yet forth, often across political borders and ble for the survival of hundreds of Jews? military, and later to the United States, that’s how Soviet dissidents in the 1960s many different time zones, pursuing their While thousands of Jews are returning where he also tried to get fellow Jews inter- and ‘70s challenged the system and ulti- common interests, whether those are per- to “anti-Semitic” Ukraine, Jews are flee- ested in the metropolitan. In his book he mately brought it down. They’d type sonal, cultural, commercial, religious, ath- ing France in droves. Small wonder. writes: “It was only after my arrival in the poetry, essays or stories in five or six letic, political or even criminal. The tech- According to the French Interior United States in 1951 that I could again copies, each more faint than the previous nology serves the cause of freedom, to be Ministry, there were 510 anti-Jewish acts explore the possibilities of interesting and distributed them to a small, trusted sure, but it’s naive to think that just or threats in the first six months of 2004. Jewish organizations in this extraordinary circle of friends, who then made copies of because no one’s steaming open envelopes More still in 2005. Claiming that France saga of assistance [the work of their own in the same painstaking, to read your mail, freedom is assured. was host to “the wildest anti-Semitism,” Metropolitan Sheptytsky]. I contacted the mechanical way. The KGB, desperate to Dictators have always used a combina- Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon American Jewish Congress, the Anti- stop the flow of self-published literature, tion of guile and force to get their way. recently urged more of France’s Jews to Defamation League of the B’nai B’rith, and conducted searches for forbidden manu- Nowhere was that more true than Ukraine. emigrate to Israel. others. I found no response whatsover.” scripts. They went so far as to analyze the Today, the same technology that makes Do any of these news stories mention Later, Mr. Lewin, who named his son typeface on documents, comparing it to a communication so easy also facilitates France’s complicity in the Holocaust? Of Andrew in honor of the metropolitan, central registry of typewriters to try to manipulation of public opinion, falsifica- course not. And yet, the Vichy French testified in Rome on behalf of identify and arrest the offending citizen. tion of elections, the harassment and per- government, a collaborationist regime Metropolitan Sheptytsky’s beatification Today, it all seems absurd, yet that was secution of individuals. Indeed, it’s now headed by Henri Petain, “helped in the on numerous occasions, beginning in the grim reality – a nightmare society, possible to track your every phone call, deportation of 70,000 Jews.” They also 1959. His chapter titled “The Story of a cheerless, unimaginative, where creativity every purchase, every keystroke on your “directly assisted the Nazis, in taking Saint” is the best overview of the politi- was stifled. Slowly, as radio increasingly computer. That’s why it was so inspiring Jewish private property, destroying syna- cal resistance which the Sheptytsky pos- penetrated the Iron Curtain, as copy to see Ukrainians whose ancestors had gogues, and other Jewish monuments, tulation process has faced over the years, machines replaced carbon paper, as grow- endured the tsarist Okhrana and the Soviet and in shipping Jews to Nazi death even among Ukrainian clergy. In favor of ing numbers of artists, athletes and diplo- Cheka, NKVD and KGB rise up last camps.” Donna F. Ryan confirms these beatification was Cardinal Eugene mats defected and tourists smuggled December to defend what the nation had numbers in her 1996 book “The Tisserant, prefect of the Congregation of books, recordings and other contraband, struggled for centuries to achieve. Holocaust and the Jews of Marseille.” Eastern Churches. Opposed was Cardinal the system was overwhelmed and ulti- In the process, Kyiv has become Is the Vichy government ever men- Stefan Wyszynski of Poland who argued mately collapsed. Brute-force politicians dynamic, stylish, bustling and free. tioned in news stories about anti-Semitism at the time that Metropolitan Sheptytsky proved incapable of keeping pace with a Indeed, it’s possible to call a friend in in France today? No. Instead we get a was a controversial figure, much too more assertive citizenry who used more Kyiv, just like that – from Cleveland or a kind of sanitized version of the present involved in politics during his lifetime. nimble technology. hundred thousand other places. Now, the depravity, suggesting that France’s grow- It’s sad that the Kyiv Post chooses to Thirty-five years after my first trip to challenge is to use Ukraine’s hard-won ing Muslim population is responsible. simplistically beat the pogrom drum Kyiv, I was there again in August, when I freedom to achieve the kind of economy If the Kyiv Post was truly balanced in every time some deranged cretin beats a joined the huge street festival marking that brings rural Ukraine, with all its its approach to Ukrainian Jewish rela- Jew in Ukraine. Understanding Independence Day. It was overwhelm- impoverished, dirt-road villages into the tions, it would investigate the administra- Ukrainian-Jewish relations requires a far ingly young and cheerfully vibrant. Tens prosperous, connected global village. tion of the Yad Vashem Holocaust more nuanced approach. of thousands shared the boulevard: break Museum in Israel for its continuing dancers, folk singers, Hari Krishnas, Andrew Fedynsky’s e-mail address is refusal to award the title of “Righteous” Myron Kuropas’s e-mail address is: AIDS activists, jugglers, punks, unicy- [email protected]. to Metropolitan Sheptytsky for his role in [email protected]. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44

Shevchenko Society presentation focuses on recent scholarly conferences by Dr. Orest Popovych and the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian On the negative side, she cited the by a remark from one Polish scholar to Studies, who helped organize and run the insidious subtext of a bilingual play she Ukrainians: “You are our closest friends.” NEW YORK – An exceptionally Donetsk congress. He also thanked the saw at a local theater, in which the char- The Berlin congress attracted 1,600 bountiful summer of international schol- Ukrainists, who had chosen him to serve as acters who were rude simpletons invari- participants from 48 countries, including arly conferences on Ukrainian themes the IAUS president for the past three years, ably spoke Ukrainian, whereas the 36 from Ukraine and 20 from North called for a coda, and one was arranged a tenure that he called “the peak of my Russian speakers were always well-man- America. There was a total of 360 ses- by the Shevchenko Scientific Society career.” Dr. von Hagen reserved his special nered people of culture. sions – 14 of which were exclusively on (NTSh) in the form of a roundtable at its appreciation for NTSh’s continuing finan- In Donetsk, Dr. Onyshkevych organ- Ukrainian subjects. NTSh sponsored two headquarters on September 10. cial support of the Ukrainian Program at The program featured several speakers Columbia University. who shared with the audience their Dr. Myroslava Znayenko, a member of impressions from three international con- the NTSh governing board, president of ferences, which were wholly or partially the American Association of Ukrainian devoted to Ukrainian topics: The sixth Studies, and a member of the organizing international congress of the International Association of Ukrainian Studies (IAUS), committee of the Donetsk congress, June 28-July 2, in Donetsk, Ukraine; the remarked that the level of scholarship seventh congress of the International demonstrated at the congress was very Council for Central and East European high, thanks to the titanic efforts of such Studies (ICCEES), July 25-30, in Berlin, people as Drs. Von Hagen, Yaroslav Germany; and the 24th annual Hrytsak and Frank Sysyn, and Diana Conference on Ukrainian Subjects, June Howansky, as well as the considerable 29-July 2, in Urbana-Champaign, Ill. help from the congress’s host, Prof. First to speak was Dr. Mark von Volodymyr Shevchenko, rector of Hagen, director of Columbia University’s Donetsk National University. Ukrainian Studies Program, who as the Dr. Znayenko expressed her apprecia- IAUS president at the time delivered the tion for the modern organization of the keynote address at the Donetsk congress. Donetsk congress as well as the interna- With slight amusement, Dr. von Hagen tional atmosphere created in part by the participation of local university students recalled how his speech had touched During a presentation at the Shevchenko Scientific Society about recent scholarly some raw nerves, evoking angry com- with foreign-language skills. Unfortunately, said Dr. Znayenko, the government of conferences (from left) are: Myroslava Znayenko, Mark von Hagen, Larissa ments from the likes of Mykola Onyshkevych, Leonid Rudnytzky, Svitlana Andrushkiw and Maria Rewakowicz. Tomenko, then a vice-prime minister of Ukraine had failed to interact constructive- Ukraine, as well as from Hanna ly with the congress, displaying a provin- cial approach to Ukrainian scholarship, ized two panels, gave two talks, chaired of the sessions. Skrypnyk, president of Ukraine’s two roundtables, participated in two oth- In addition to Dr. Onyshkevych, the fol- National Association of Ukrainists. which was contrary to the expectations raised by the Orange Revolution. ers, and staged a presentation of NTSh lowing NTSh members participated in the What displeased them was Dr. von publications. Furthermore, she initiated Berlin congress: Drs. von Hagen, Hagen’s sharp criticism of Ukraine’s In her reminiscences about the Donetsk congress, Dr. Larissa Zaleska the formation of a Resolution Myroslava Mudrak, Olenka Pevny and governmental and academic institutions, Committee, which issued 13 detailed res- Maria Rewakowicz. Dr. Onyshkevych Onyshkevych, president of NTSh, who he said “inactively watch the col- olutions, mainly in support of Ukrainian commented that staying in Berlin involved focused on the question whether there lapse of Ukrainian culture,” while “the language and scholarship in Ukraine. considerable expenditures, which in the was anything Ukrainian about Donetsk, Ukrainian language is still weak and The Ukrainian aspects of Donetsk future could be alleviated if Ukrainians arguably one of the most Russified cities unstable.” He bemoaned the present were expanded upon in the detailed were to acquire their own home there. in Ukraine. In fact she did encounter sorry state of the Ukrainian language and report by Svitlana Andrushkiw, director Reports on the Berlin congress wound there three islands of Ukrainian presence: studies in Ukraine, attributing the lack of of the NTSh library, who visited both the down with remarks by Dr. Rewakowicz, progress in this area to the persistence of a Plast youth organization group, a very local NTSh chapter and the Donetsk who attended the sessions on Ukrainian a Soviet-style centralized bureaucracy. active branch of the NTSh, and a crop of Regional Library. Headed by Prof. literature. She also noted the extraordi- The thrust of Dr. von Hagen’s presenta- graduate students specializing in Volodymyr Biletskyi, the NTSh chapter nary emphasis at the congress on tion, however, was to thank all those people Ukrainian language or literature at has 52 members, and is remarkably Ukrainian subjects, pointing out that in and organizations, particularly the NTSh Donetsk National University. active in the area of publishing. It issues addition to the 14 sessions devoted sole- periodic publications as well as a chroni- ly to Ukrainian themes, there were a cle of its chapter and, in cooperation great many involving Ukraine in a com- with the local Ukrainian Cultural Center, parative context. However, Dr. publishes the magazine Skhid (“The Rewakowicz expressed disappointment East”) six times a year. with the virtual absence of Ukrainian Very significantly, it also publishes diplomats from the congress. Ukrainian-language textbooks, which are Rather than reporting specifically on supplied to Ukrainian schools not only in this year’s 24th annual Conference on the Donetsk area, but also to Ukrainian Ukrainian Subjects in Urbana- communities in the Kuban and Voronizh Champaign, Dr. Leonid Rudnytzky regions of Russia. The Donetsk Regional chose to trace the history of this “oldest, Library, said Ms. Andrushkiw, contains unique, strictly Ukrainian” conference, large holdings of literature from the which has been sponsored by the Ukrainian diaspora. An exhibit of NTSh Ukrainian Research Program at the publications was displayed at the library University of Illinois at Urbana- at the time of her visit. Champaign for nearly a quarter of a cen- In addition to the four speakers, the tury under the leadership of Prof. following NTSh members participated in Dmytro Shtohryn. the Donetsk congress: Drs. Renata Dr. Rudnytzky stressed the inexpen- Holod, Marta Chomiak-Bohachevsky sive stay at these conferences, which and Oleksandra Hrytsak, as well as have been attracting an international cast Yevhen Stakhiv. of participants, particularly from Next, a picture show set to music Ukraine. According to Dr. Rudnytzky, introduced the story of the ICCEES con- the advantages of the Urbana- gress in Berlin. The still photographs Champaign conferences include access depicting scenes from Berlin and the to a great library and a prevailing relaxed Congress were accompanied by the atmosphere. Over the years the latter has sounds of classical music chosen by generated a number of amusing episodes, NTSh’s Andriy Legkyy, a composer. some of which Dr. Rudnytzky recounted My mother, father, brother and sister Dr. Onyshkevych, who had earlier for the audience. reported on the Berlin congress in great In addition to Drs. Rudnytzky and and the rest of the family have life detail (see The Ukrainian Weekly, August Shtohryn, this year’s conference was 28), now limited her comments to a few attended by the following NTSh mem- insurance. What about me? memorable vignettes. The tone for the bers: Drs. Jean-Pierre Cap, John Fizer, congress, whose theme was “Europe – Assya Humesky, Taras Hunczak, Luka Rates are low. See the chart on the Our Common Home,” was set by Kostelyna, Julian Kulas, Myron Aleksander Kwasniewski, the president Kuropas, and Swiatoslaw Trofimenko, next page for more information. of Poland, whose keynote address was and Prof. Martha B. Trofimenko. devoted almost exclusively to Ukraine, The NTSh roundtable on scholarly projecting his warm feelings toward conferences was expertly chaired by Poland’s eastern neighbor. Such feelings Prof. Vasyl Makhno, who enriched the turned out to be contagious, as witnessed program with his informed commentary. 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Representatives of leading Ukrainian scholarly institutions meet NEW YORK – At the invitation of Dr. and Dr. George Grabowicz, the magazine Larissa Zaleska Onyshkevych, president and publishing house “Krytyka.” of the Shevchenko Scientific Society Each representative summarized (NTSh), representatives of leading briefly the most important projects pur- Ukrainian scholarly institutions in North sued by his or her institution. Major suc- America convened at the society’s head- cesses were noted in the area of scholarly quarters here on October 1. publications, notably by CIUS, NTSh, The objective of this conference was Krytyka and UVAN. to share information on the current status There was general consensus on the and future plans of each of these organi- need to further promote the development zations with respect to Ukrainian studies of Ukrainian studies in North America, to and publications, and to examine the pos- provide scholarships to students and jobs sibilities of coordination and joint proj- to graduates in these disciplines, noting ects in these endeavors. that the market for Ukrainian specialists In attendance were the following rep- in North America was rather limited. resentatives: Dr. Onyshkevych and Dr. Therefore, there is a need to tap into the Orest Popovych, NTSh; Dr. Olexa talent pool of Ukraine to rejuvenate these Bilaniuk and Dr. Albert Kipa, Ukrainian studies in North America. Academy of Arts and Sciences in the The meeting expressed the need to put U.S. (UVAN) [Dr. Kipa is also the rector in order Ukrainian libraries and archives, of the Ukrainian Free University]; Dr. including their computerization. The Tymish Holowinsky, Harvard Ukrainian electronic Encyclopedia of Ukraine and Meeting at the NTSh headquarters (from left) are Drs. Serhii Plokhy, Mark von Research Institute; Dr. Roman Procyk, other information published by CIUS Hagen, Roman Procyk, Orest Popovych, Larissa Onyshkevych, George Ukrainian Studies Fund; Dr. Myroslava were cited as examples to be emulated. Grabowicz, Myroslava Znayenko, Albert Kipa, Vasyl Makhno, Olexa Bilaniuk, Znayenko, American Association of There still remains the unfinished prob- Tymish Holowinsky and Zenon Kohut. Ukrainian Studies; Dr. Zenon E. Kohut, lem of making computer programs avail- Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies able to Ukraine in the Ukrainian lan- The scholars also noted the need to All agreed that the exchange of infor- (CIUS); Dr. Serhii Plokhy, Peter Jacyk guage. NTSh has made considerable coordinate various efforts of different mation and ideas on the role of Ukrainian Center for Ukrainian Historical Research progress on this front over the years by scholarly institutions, which includes scholarly institutions in North America at CIUS; Dr. Mark von Hagen, Columbia pressing both Microsoft and Linux to adherence to a single Ukrainian orthogra- was very fruitful and it was decided to University’s Ukrainian Studies Program Ukrainize their programming. phy as well as a specific style manual. hold the next such meeting in March 2006.

Ukrainian studies at University of Toronto now part of European program by Oksana Zakydalsky educate students at the graduate level, to in 2001, will continue to encourage fellowship focusing on contemporary offer them internships and exchange pro- scholars at the University of Toronto and Ukrainian studies. Larysa Iarovenko is TORONTO – On July 1 of this year grams, and to promote scholarly links Ukrainianists at other North American the program administrator for the Peter Ukrainian studies joined Europe – at between East and West. The Peter Jacyk institutions to develop joint projects. It Jacyk Program. least at the University of Toronto. The Program for the Study of Ukraine, set up facilitates the study of contemporary The CERES inaugural event on former Center for Russian and East Ukraine by organizing workshops, con- September 27 was a panel discussion, European Studies (CREES), which ferences, lectures and seminars. titled “What’s Ahead for Europe,” featur- housed the Petro Jacyk Program for the The program maintains a graduate stu- ing the ambassador of Canada to the EU, Study of Ukraine and the Wolodymyr dent exchange with the National Jeremy Kinsman, and other panelists. A George Danyliw Foundation, was University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy in few days before this event, the Petro merged with the Institute of European Ukraine and brings visiting scholars from Jacyk Program sponsored Prof. Timothy Studies, the European Studies Program Ukraine for short periods. The Danyliw Snyder of Yale who spoke on Polish- and the Joint Initiative in German in Foundation funds a lecture series and European Studies to create the Center for supports an annual full-credit teaching (Continued on page 17) European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (CERES). According to the newly appointed director of CERES, Prof. Jeffrey The UNA has a single payment plan Kopstein, the scholarly community at the university working on Europe, Russia that will insure your child’s life at and Eurasia, decided it was time to break down the intellectual walls set up during $5,000 for one low payment. Find the Cold War. Much had changed in that part of the world as countries of former your child’s age below and that’s all “Eastern Europe” have become members of the European Union, others are wait- you have to pay. Call today for your ing to join, while Russia and its former colonies in the Eurasian space find them- application. selves in a new geopolitical context. Laryssa Iarovenko, Petro Jacyk program The main objectives of CERES are: to administrator. 1-800-253-9862.

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Chair Valentyna Semeniuk said she was Ukrainian steel... required by a decision of the Cabinet of (Continued from page 1) Ministers to carry out the sale. men representing Mittal Steel compete Ukraine’s Socialist Party, led by with Luxembourg-based steel power- Oleksander Moroz, was most vocal in its house Arcelor SA and Smart Group Ltd., opposition to the sale of Kryvorizhstal, which is controlled by Russian business- which they said should have remained man Vadym Novynskyi. under government ownership. Keeping Arcelor had partnered itself with the the plant would have brought more rev- Industrial Union of the Donbas, led by enues into the national budget than sell- Serhii Taruta, the only Ukrainian oli- ing it, Mr. Moroz said. garch present at the auction. “The declared sum of money could In the same room as the competing busi- have entered the budget in the form of nessmen sat a chipper Ms. Tymoshenko taxes during the next two years,” he said. accompanied by National Deputy Andrii “I’m not even talking about the direct Shkil. Ms. Tymoshenko was at the forefront profit from the state enterprise that could of reprivatization efforts, and it was obvi- Press Office of Ukraine’s President be $5 million annually.” ous that she wanted to share the spotlight. President Viktor Yushchenko, Prime Minister Yurii Yekhanurov (left) and Such an assertion is ridiculous, Mr. Mr. Yushchenko also got his television Presidential Secretariat Chief Oleh Rybachuk (foreground) watch the TV broad- Lozowy commented. “Keeping appearance, as he was shown in a sepa- cast of the Kryvorizhstal auction. Kryvorizhstal in state hands is a 100 per- rate room watching the auction with Mr. cent recipe for corruption and stealing Yekhanurov at his side. The $4.8 billion is equal to 6 percent from Kryvorizhstal’s sale will go to com- money from enterprises,” he said. “It guar- Each company submitted their starting of Ukraine’s GDP, analysts said. It com- pensate Mr. Pinchuk and Mr. Akhmetov, antees that nothing from Kryvorizhstal price, and the bidding commenced with pares with $1.5 billion in foreign invest- said Viktor Pynzenyk, Ukraine’s finance would go into the state’s tax collection.” the competitors flashing white placards ment to Ukraine for all of 2004. minister and a member of the Reforms SPF Chair Semeniuk, herself a to raise their offers to buy the mill in $20 “Now the main mission of the govern- and Order Party. Socialist Party member, was not present million increments. ment is to defend transparency of pay- Revenues from the sale will also help at the auction because she said she had Smart Group dropped out early, mak- ments and defend the transparency and to realize capital improvement projects fallen ill several days earlier and was ing its final bid of about $3.5 billion. clarity of the rights of ownership of the to metro systems and airports, and hospitalized. The two remaining firms fought a duel new investor,” Economics Minister increase capitalization of government On October 24 she submitted a letter throughout the remainder of the auction, Arsenii Yatseniuk said on October 24. banks, Mr. Pynzenyk said. of resignation to Mr. Yushchenko in protest against Kryvorizhstal’s sale. The pushing Kryvorizhstal’s price far beyond Prime Minister Yekhanurov said he “In any case, we cannot earmark this president rejected her resignation and what industry analysts had expected. remained firmly against any further repriva- money to finance social spending, but commended her work at the SPF as “irre- After 45 minutes, when Mittal Steel tizations of Ukrainian enterprises that were only for one-time projects that would proachable.” was declared the winner with its $4.8 bil- sold at unrealistic or illegitimate prices dur- heat up the economy,” he said. lion bid, Ukrainians saw an ethnic Indian Former presidential candidate Viktor ing Leonid Kuchma’s presidency. The sale of Kryvorizhstal will not only man pumping his right fist in delight. Yanukovych said selling the plant to Instead, Mr. Yekhanurov has stated bring needed revenues into the govern- Mittal Steel is led by Chief Executive Westerners will give them too much that he supports a privatization policy in ment’s coffers, Mr. Lozowy said. Mittal Officer Lakshmi Mittal and his son, influence in Ukrainian politics. which the government buys back those Steel will provide Western management Chief Financial Officer Aditya Mittal. skills and know-how to the plant, which Economic dependence will lead to politi- unfairly purchased assets directly from They represented the German-based will help to ensure that it develops as a cal dependence on them, he said. the corrupt businessmen themselves. branch of the publicly traded company. growing business, he added. “They will come and buy up “Instead of punishing these people Among the first to congratulate the The televised auction demonstrated Ukraine,” Mr. Yanukovych warned. Mittal businessmen was Ms. and putting them in jail, Mr. Yekhanurov Ukraine’s newly adopted high standards After the sale, however, those who Tymoshenko, who spearheaded the repri- is talking about paying these people back of democracy, President Yushchenko opposed the auction suddenly began mak- vatization drive that President Yushchenko the money they paid,” Mr. Lozowy said. It represents one of the biggest for- ing their own suggestions and demands later characterized as too aggressive. explained. eign investments in the former Soviet on how the money should be spent. The sale set a new standard for Mr. Yekhanurov led Ukraine’s State Union, he said, and it was the largest In a political move to boost its meager Ukrainian assets on international mar- Property Fund between August 1994 and price ever paid for an integrated industri- popularity, the Social Democratic Party kets, Mr. Yekhanurov said. February 1997 under President Kuchma, al enterprise. of Ukraine – United (SDPU) suggested It even “signifies the end of the oli- when many questionable sales of state Moreover, Mr. Yushchenko said he that the government compensate the mil- garchs’ era,” said Volodymyr Polokhalo, properties were just starting to take place. hopes that foreign investors will no lions of Ukrainians who lost their sav- editor of the website Politychna Dumka. In fact, more than $800 million earned longer fear the business climate in ings in the hyperinflationary period of Ukraine, a panic triggered when Ms. the early 1990s. Tymoshenko mentioned early in her term SDPU Chairman Viktor Medvedchuk OSCE project coordinator in Ukraine trains that the government could seize about said it wasn’t his party’s initiative, but an 3,000 businesses. attempt to fulfill a promise made by the Not all Ukrainians were happy with government. consular officials in anti-trafficking methods the sale of Ukraine’s most valuable Mr. Yushchenko vowed to use the assets to foreigners, however. money to launch programs that will Organization for Security Ukraine. Outside the State Property Fund’s modernize the government, public utili- and Cooperation in Europe Other discussion topics included the offices, about 40 protesters, mostly from ties and the military, support farming and services available to victims returning to develop high technology and science. KYIV – More than 80 representatives the Communist Party, chanted anti- Ukraine and awareness-raising materials The Cabinet of Ministers is working of foreign embassies and consulates, Yushchenko slogans and held banners in foreign diplomatic missions. out a mechanism to use the money, Mr. Ukrainian ministries, non-governmental that read, “Ukraine is not a commodity.” “The fight against trafficking in human Yushchenko said. organizations (NGO) and other interna- Also demonstrating against the beings is a top priority for the OSCE. Meanwhile, Mr. Pinchuk and Mr. tional organizations gathered on October Kryvorizhstal sale was a group of about a Akhmetov are still fighting the privatiza- 13-14 in Kyiv for a two-day anti-traffick- Trafficking is a complex problem, and pre- dozen students led by Vadym Hladchuk, tion of their property. They are currently ing course. venting and combating it requires complex the chair of Youth – Our Hope, an activist appealing the April court ruling that The training course, organized by the responses which cut across all three youth group that launched the Sprotiv allowed the Ukrainian government to OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine in dimensions of OSCE work. The Office of website. (www.sprotiv.info) retake possession of Kryvorizhstal. cooperation with the Canadian Embassy the Coordinator stands ready to provide all Youth – Our Hope wanted Kryvorizhstal One appeal is pending in the and the NGO La Strada-Ukraine as part appropriate support to Ukraine’s anti-traf- to remain under government control, and of a comprehensive national anti-traf- ficking efforts,” said Ambassador James Mr. Hladchuk said he was particularly dis- Ukrainian Supreme Court, while the ficking program, focused on victim iden- Schumaker, OSCE project coordinator. turbed that Russian businessmen were other appeal is in the European Court. tification, best practices, and current traf- This is the third in a series of training given the opportunity to potentially gain Prior to the auction, Mr. Pinchuk and ficking and anti-trafficking trends in sessions on trafficking in persons hosted control of Ukraine’s largest industrial asset. his entourage had been threatening the by the Canadian Embassy in Kyiv for Mr. Novynskyi of Smart Group has mill’s potential buyers that they might be consular and visa staff of foreign diplo- close business links to Viktor wasting their time and money on a prop- matic missions. Chernomyrdin, the Russian Federation’s erty to which he still might have legal Correction Canada’s ambassador to Ukraine, ambassador to Ukraine. claim, Mr. Lozowy said. In her interview with Peace Corps vol- Abina Dann, said it was “vital at this “American and European investors, in “I’m glad the Indians avoided the unteer Mark Raczkiewycz (October 9), critical period in Ukraine’s history to all about 12 companies, weren’t allowed,” threats of these spoilers Pinchuk and Oksana Piaseckyj made several errors. prevent the trafficking of vulnerable Mr. Hladchuk said. “Among the bidders is Akhmetov,” he said. Mr. Raczkiewycz has a bachelor’s degree members of society. an enterprise from the Russian Federation However, another signal arrived on in business administration not an “Canada applauds Ukraine’s efforts to involving Mr. Chernomyrdin. We fought October 26 indicating that it might be too M.B.A.; the correct title of his book is counter human trafficking, and wel- against Yanukovych, who represented early to celebrate. “10 Steps to Starting a Successful comes its commitment to developing a Russian capital ... and it turned out that Standard & Poors rating agency warned Business”; and the database he organized four-year plan for prevention and victim it’s all the same for Viktor Yushchenko. that it may lower Mittal Steel’s long-term was limited to normative acts regarding rehabilitation. We are pleased to join This offends us.” corporate credit rating. “Mittal Steel’s pur- business activity that were formulated by with other foreign missions, international The Verkhovna Rada on October 20 chase of Kryvorizhstal demonstrates a the Ivano-Frankivsk municipal govern- agencies and non-governmental organi- passed a resolution forbidding the sale of more aggressive strategy to growth and ment (not laws that regulate business zations in working with Ukraine to curb Kryvorizhstal. financial policy as compared with the activity in all of Ukraine). this tragic phenomenon,” she added. However, State Property Fund (SPF) basis of its current rating,” its report said. No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 13 PERSONAGES IN LITERATURE: Ivan Bahriany, ‘Tribune of the Republic’

by Eugene Melnitchenko published them and some of his drawings in ed by another 10, where he died. and Helena Lysyj Melnitchenko the school journal, Hope, which he edited. Later Bahriany himself witnessed first Bahriany matured in the post- hand the atrocities committed by Stalin’s No other recent Ukrainian writer has Revolutionary years during the 1920s henchmen. In his writings and speeches, done more to show the world the evils of rebirth of Ukrainian intellectualism and Bahriany pointed out that some 10 mil- communism and of Russian imperialism, its efforts to separate Ukrainian art and lion Ukrainians perished between the late and to keep the hope of Ukrainian inde- literature from Russian. He was heavily 1920s and late 1930s from the Great pendence alive than Ivan Bahriany. In his influenced by some of its leaders, includ- Famine, tortures and mass executions. commentary on Ukrainian diaspora writ- ing Borys Antonenko-Davydovych and With no one to protect them, millions ers, “On Unclipped Wing” (Donetsk: Mykola Khvyliovyi, actively participat- disappeared without a trace; people were 2003) Eastern Publishing House, ing in their efforts and organizations. shot, then documents were created to Wolodymyr Bilajiw appropriately calls Their stated mission was to move support the decision. To the Soviets, he him the “Tribune of the Republic.” Ukrainian culture away from Moscow. said, a person was not worth anything. Through his writings and speeches, However, as their efforts gained The Soviets believed that “It is better to Bahriany lived and died serving that momentum and came into conflict with break the ribs of hundreds of innocent cause, with deep respect for Ukrainians Moscow’s ideology and goals, Ukrainian people than let one guilty slip by.” and strong belief in their inevitable inde- intellectual organizations were liquidated After settling in Germany, Bahriany pendence. In his novels and poetry he and their members were either shot or devoted the rest of his life to informing showed that, despite Soviet killings and sent to the gulag in Siberia. Between the world of the horrendous atrocities tortures, concentration camps and 1932 and 1939 the Soviets butchered committed by Stalin and the Soviet famines, Stalin’s flunkies were unable to most Ukrainian intellectuals, including Union. Over and over again, he empha- destroy the Ukrainian spirit. teachers, writers, artists, priests, and mili- sized that the Soviet empire was built on He predicted that, built on lies and lies, tortures, famine and slavery. tary and political leaders. Antonenko- Ivan Bahriany preserved by terror and torture, commu- Davydovych was sent to and later died in After World War II, by the Yalta nism and Russian imperialism would Siberia, while Khvyliovyi, expecting Agreement, Ukrainians were defined as and those of other Ukrainian writers who being either Polish or Russian citizens, self-destruct. execution, committed suicide. were then forbidden in Ukraine. Bahriany was born on October 2, 1906, Bahriany, too, was arrested and spent and all Russian citizens were forcibly According to his own account (“Why I repatriated “na rodinu,” to “the mother- in the village of Ochtyrka, Sumy province, eight years in Soviet jails and concentration Don’t Want to Return to the USSR), into a working-class family. He went camps, which left a serious mark on his land.” In the brochure “Why I Don’t Want Bahriany’s first exposure to Communism to Return to the USSR” Bahriany wrote: through the usual, then Russified, schooling health for the rest of his life: tuberculosis, was when he was 10 years old and lived “I will return to my motherland with mil- that would have led him to a practical voca- diabetes and a weak heart. Fortunately, he with his 92-year-old grandfather, a bee- lions of my brothers and sisters, who are tion. But, influenced by Taras Shevchenko’s was able to escape and after World War II keeper. One night, armed men speaking here in Europe and there in Siberian con- poetry and Leonid Hlibov’s stories, he found himself in a displaced persons camp Russian came and killed the grandfather centration camps, when the totalitarian switched to study art and literature. He start- in New Ulm, Germany, which, under his and his son, after torturing them in front bloody Bolshevik system is eliminated in ed writing poems in Ukrainian early and leadership, became a center of Ukrainian of the boy. The grandfather, because he the same way as was Hitler’s. When the cultural rebirth. There he founded was a landed farmer, and his son because NKVD goes in the same direction as Eugene Melnitchenko and Helena Lysyj Ukrainski Visti (Ukrainian News) and sev- he was a soldier in the Ukrainian National Gestapo, when Russian fascism disap- Melnitchenko are freelance writers and eral publishing houses, Ukraina, Prometei Republic’s army. Bahriany’s second uncle community activists from Owings, Md. and Na Hori, which published his books was sent to Solovky for 10 years, extend- (Continued on page 21) ìäêÄ∫çÄ 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art to showcase artists of the Orange Revolution

CHICAGO – In December 2004 the world was focused squarely on the elections in a country that is seldom the subject of national or global headlines. The country is Ukraine and nearly one year ago, the people of Ukraine asserted their right not only to free elections but to fair elections. The historical significance of what transpired from the attempted poisoning of the democratic candidate to the mass demonstrations in Kyiv’s Independence Square, captured the hearts and minds of all who watched. For two weeks the world witnessed the power of the human spirit that desires freedom, fairness and democracy. Witnesses were in awe of the peaceful and organized manner in which hundreds of thousands united for the cause of democracy. People poured in from all regions of Ukraine, as did Ukrainians from around the world. In freezing temperatures, tent cities were built and food was distributed. Rock stars performed and people blogged the events in real time from the streets via e-mail and text mes- sages. In the end, the demonstrators, draped in the Orange color of their embattled candidate, prevailed, and Viktor Yushchenko was elected president of Ukraine. Recognizing the historical significance of what was transpir- ing, the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art in Chicago, in con- junction with the Center for Contemporary Art (CCA) in Kyiv, will host an exhibition of contemporary art that blossomed from the streets of the revolution. During the demonstrations the director of the CCA in Kyiv, Yurij Onuch, flung open the doors of the center to young artists demonstrating in Independence Square and encouraged them to utilize the resources of the center to experiment and create utilizing the energy of the revolution as their muse. For several weeks a group of young artists utilized the facilities at the CCA to capture, explain and interpret the momentous occasion of the Orange Revolution. The result was nothing short of extraordinary. “Artists Respond: Ukrainian Art and the Orange “Labyrinth” (acrylic on synthetic canvas) by Kyrylo Hryniov and Yaroslav Kolomyichuk. Revolution” showcases the work of this new generation of and The Orange Revolution” is scheduled for Friday, art, obtain information and establish local and inter- Ukrainian artists. The exhibit captures the significance of a December 2, at 7 p.m. national contacts. Since February 1999, the center has major historical event, and the art works ask difficult questions been operating as the Center of Contemporary Art – surrounding Ukraine’s past, its identity today and how it will * * * move forward. The compositions in the exhibition combine to an Independent International Charitable Foundation explore these questions and others such as Ukraine’s role in the The Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art was found- that is a co-founder of the International West and how it manages its relationship with the East. ed by Dr. Achilles Chreptowsky to preserve and pro- Contemporary Art Network Association (ICAN) and The exhibition offers works in many media including paint- mote the knowledge and appreciation of contempo- is registered in the Netherlands. ing, sculpture and mixed media. rary Ukrainian art and culture. It has served as an The Heritage Foundation was created to support The Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art (UIMA) has joined artistic anchor in Chicago’s West Town community Ukrainian institutions such as the Ukrainian Institute together with the Center for Contemporary Art to bring this for more than 30 years, providing world-class art of Modern Art. The foundation supports numerous exhibition of revolutionary art to Chicago. The UIMA will pres- exhibitions, concerts, literary readings, and educa- organizations including schools, museums and ent the exhibition in North America from December 2 through tional and cultural exchanges. churches. The foundation also supports the growth February 28, 2006. The Center of Contemporary Art in Kyiv was and development of democracy in Ukraine. The exhibition is being co-curated by Yulia Vaganova, director established in 1993 as part of the international SCCA The UIMA is located at 2320 W. Chicago Ave., for the Center of Contemporary Art, and Nicholas Sawicki, art network. The center seeks to encourage the develop- Chicago, (telephone, 773-227-5522). The institute is chairman at the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art. The exhibit is ment of an artistic community by enabling artists, art open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. made possible by a grant from the Heritage Foundation. agencies and professionals to undertake their own Additional information is available at the Ukrainian An exclusive showing of “Artists Respond: Ukrainian Art projects, participate in exhibitions of contemporary Institute of Modern Art website at www.uima-art.org. Taran: a new young band Paris to Kyiv launchesestry, working in newstrands of jazz CD and new music, medieval Slavonic chant, dance on the scene in Winnipeg tunes inspired by Carpathian Mountain by Oksana Shulakewych June 3. And what a group they are – fiddlers and blind bandura players, origi- young (all between the ages of 20 and nal compositions and ancient ritual songs WINNIPEG – They burst into song 26), talented, exciting and full of spirit. with roots in the Neolithic era. with the enthusiasm that only the young The brainchild of Dobryan Tracz, who Recorded in New York and Winnipeg, possess. The Westend Cultural Center felt that the community sorely needed a “Fragmenti,” Paris to Kyiv’s fourth was busting at the seams when the folk album, retains the group’s signature band Taran performed in Winnipeg on (Continued on page 15) Ukrainian folk poetry, prayers and song fragments, while introducing electric, acoustic and classical elements, medita- tive grooves and overtone chanting. The disc assembles the talents of Ms. Kochan, TORONTO – The Paris to Kyiv ensem- violist/guitarist/singer/songwriter and ble celebrated its first internationally Fragmenti producer Richard Moody and released CD, “Fragmenti,” with a concert bandurist/sopilka player Julian Kytasty, at the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts’ as well as welcomed special guests: over- Jane Mallett Theater in Toronto. The songs tone singing artist Alan Schroeder, per- from this genre-blending album provided cussionists Christian Dugas and Rodrigo the soundtrack for this musical celebration Munoz, and fretless bassist Paul Yee. scheduled for Friday, October 21. Paris to Kyiv will present “Fragmenti” With one foot firmly on Canadian soil on an eastern Canadian tour with stops in and the other in Eastern Europe, Alexis Stratford, Ontario (Friday, October 14), Kochan has uncovered an arrestingly North Bay, Ontario (Monday and original soundscape in between her Paris Tuesday, October 24-25 ), Montreal to Kyiv project. For the past 10 years, (Wednesday, October 26), Gatineau, Ms. Kochan and her collaborators have Quebec (Saturday, October 29) and blended ancient Ukrainian music with Iqaluit, Nunavut (Monday, November 1). contemporary sounds. Drawing on the Further information on Paris to Kyiv can deep musical traditions of Eastern be found on the website www.olesia.com or Europe, they weave a universal sonic tap- by e-mailing [email protected]. Winnipeg’s Taran band. No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 15

The two worlds of Christina Senkiw: fine art and children’s books by Halyna Kostiuk tive quality of these drawings does not to the hem of the woman’s long dress. detract from their purely aesthetic merit. In the “History of Ukrainian Costume,” TORONTO – From time to time every During Ms. Senkiw’s recent solo art the garments of later eras are richer in parent faces the problem of finding good exhibit at the Ukrainian Canadian Art details. The period from the 15th to the books for his/her child to read. Although Foundation Gallery in Toronto, they were 17th century is represented by an impres- there are myriad books to choose from, a exhibited beside her fine art paintings, sive variety of costumes. The garments of special book that appeals to the taste of which are completely different. From a wealthy citizens and the Ukrainian Kozak adults and children is not easy to find. purely aesthetic point of view, the draw- military elite were decorated with baroque That is why a children’s publication that ings for children hold their own as works designs. All the figures are drawn on a combines text and illustrations harmo- of art. The pieces in the exhibit were white background so that the colors of the niously attracts special attention. arranged chronologically which was the costumes stand out clearly. A crisp black Artist and author Ms. Senkiw is fortu- most effective way to display the artist’s outline flows around the contours of each nate to be blessed with the ability to cre- achievements in recent years. figure and the colors are contained within ate, both with words and with her paint- The book “I Want to Dance” by Ms. the areas defined by this outline. brush, stories that are very interesting to Senkiw is a lively story about a little boy Ms. Senkiw consciously uses this children. She delights her readers with who learns how to work diligently method in order to convey her visual mes- colorful images that stay in their memo- toward a desired goal. The drawings in sage as clearly as possible. It also allows ries for a long time. this book are dynamic – full of move- her to emphasize the two-dimensional Ms. Senkiw was born in Toronto and ment and energy. In the illustrations quality of the artwork, and to focus the graduated from the University of Toronto throughout the book, the artist employs viewer’s attention on the surface of the with a degree in two areas of study: his- neutral backgrounds of pale blue or light drawing. A characteristic of this style of tory of fine art, and fine art studio. Her gray in order to highlight the composi- art is the total absence of shadows. Every artistic talent became evident early in her Christina Senkiw’s latest book for tions. “I Want to Dance” and “Sonja’s childhood and, through diligence and children, “Mother Nature’s Pets.” figure exists in a brightly illuminated First Camp” were published bilingually, environment, which draws the viewer’s perseverance she has achieved expertise with two languages in one book (English Camp” reveals an understanding of child eye to the tiniest details and endows and recognition. and Ukrainian), which makes them psychology and children’s interests. She everything with equal importance. Ms. In the mid-1980s, the artist started to accessible to a wider audience. creates a story that blends historical tra- Senkiw always uses bold and simple work in the field of art for children. At One of Ms. Senkiw’s most important ditions with contemporary life. Within forms to create these figures. She achieves one of her solo art exhibitions at the achievements is her artwork in the book the framework of an exciting adventure, maximum visual impact with a minimum time, an interested viewer suggested that “History of Ukrainian Costume.” The children learn about Ukrainian traditions of gesture. For example, in color plate No. she should create a children’s book, artist researched the costumes in great that are associated with Mid-Summer’s 4, “Ancient Rus’ prince and princess, which she proceeded to do, and thereby detail, but used the material selectively – added the title of author to her already Night Eve. 10th-13th centuries,” only the borders of choosing not to follow her sources blindly. the garments are ornamented, however, existing résumé as an artist. Every dramatic moment in the story is Despite the fact that many artists have Ms. Senkiw’s latest book for children, illustrated. Ms. Senkiw’s drawing tech- the borders themselves are richly encrust- worked on recreating historical Ukrainian ed with precious gems. Typically, the artist “Mother Nature’s Pets” (available in sep- nique is unusual. She layers colors in such costumes (Victoria Kowalchuk, Olena arate editions in English and Ukrainian) a way that no pencil or brush strokes are has drawn almost symmetrical fluid lines Slynchak, Oksana Kosmyna and that define the outer edges of the garments was published in 2005. The art for the visible, creating a colored texture that Mychailo Budennyj are some of the better book is done in the same minimal style seems to have been deposited onto the sur- of the prince and princess. known ones), Ms. Senkiw’s unique per- Ms. Senkiw has started illustrating the as her paintings. Her writing style also is face through a fine sieve. This technique sonal style separates her from the rest. She clear and concise, so that it is easy to imbues the images with a watercolor-like Ukrainian alphabet and has currently not only conveys the physical essence of completed 11 letters out of 33. These 11 understand and remember the story. translucency and brightness, where even the costume, but also, and most important- The content, however, is not superfi- the night scenes have a luminous glow. letters were part of her solo exhibit in ly, she shows the psychological implica- Toronto. As with all her previously men- cial. It contains many wise insights that The drawings are framed with attrac- tions of dress and how it reveals the socio- speak to children as well as adults. For tive and original decorative borders. The tioned artwork for children, the paintings economic status of its wearer. depicting each letter are executed in a instance, at one point in the book the artist creates arrangements of flowers In the “History of Ukrainian Caterpillar (one of the four protagonists) and butterflies on the upper left hand minimalistic style, using simplified forms Costume,” male and female figures with fluid outlines that create a striking makes this thought-provoking observa- corner and the lower right hand corner of dressed in historical Ukrainian costumes visual rhythm. The well-planned compo- tion: “Well, for some reason, children every illustration. These floral brackets are depicted in a flat, almost decorative, sitions are designed to develop a child’s hate me when I’m a caterpillar, but they stabilize and strengthen the organization manner. The two-dimensional quality of imagination by inspiring fantasies, and to adore me when I’m a butterfly.” of each composition and greatly enrich Ms. Senkiw’s art is not simply decorative help the child to memorize the alphabet Ms. Senkiw’s book “Sonja’s First the visual content. The detailed illustra- but has a sophistication and depth that is easily and quickly. We hope to see a not found in everyday ornamentation. beautiful alphabet book in the future. In her art, two-dimensionality is an their voices will echo in your mind long At first glance, Ms. Senkiw’s artistic aesthetic value that is integral to the com- after the songs are over. In addition Ms. style appears uncomplicated. The artist Taran... position and creates the desired abstrac- (Continued from page 14) Basarab plays the violin with amazing does not overload her work with unneces- tion of the subject. The reduction of the band composed of “young people,” Taran speed, passion and beauty, and is happy to sary details. Her paintings and drawings engage with the crowd. drawings to their bare essentials frees up has been in existence for over a year. Mr. pictorial space in which the viewer’s are bold and direct – seemingly effortless Tracz and the band members felt that it Steven Sirski brings years of drum and – and her visual narratives are clear and percussion experience, and his creativity imagination can roam creating it’s own was their opportunity to give something fantasy and thus opening up a visual dia- straightforward. Each of her drawings is a back to their community. and energy are unmatched. On accordion, miniature, self-contained story. Nancy Sedo weaves beautiful melodies logue between the artist and the viewer. Inspired by the spirit of the Canadian The color schemes also support this But the simplicity of her art is very which are the diving force behind the prairies, Taran has dipped into material visual dialogue. Ms. Senkiw uses soft, sophisticated just like the deceptively Taran sound. that dates back many years, yet leans well-blended tones that harmonize well. simple ornamentation found on ancient On lead guitar, Andriy Michalchyshyn toward a modern and youthful sound. They do not divert attention from the com- Trypillian pottery, on the woven kylyms brings a unique sound that adds to the Their music is filled with great pas- position, but enhance the clarity and bal- of Podillia, on Ukrainian pysanky (Easter sion and intensity. Melodic polkas make eclectic musical style of Taran. Taras ance of all the components of the drawing. eggs) and in Ukrainian embroidery. The you want to dance and sing the night Babiak on bass blends the various sounds Traditional embroidery on Ukrainian artist is very familiar with Ukrainian folk away, while skillfully arranded music of the instuments. Mr. Tracz (leader of the folk costumes is unique and extremely art. She responds to it at a subconscious vocals make a Taran waltz one of the band) plays the acoustic guitar and coor- intricate. Ms. Senkiw consciously edits level, however, she does not transpose highlights of the group’s rich repertoire. dinates the band’s operation the complicated patterns so that only the the symbolic language of folk art directly In their kolomyika you can feel the Five are students – Mr. basic infrastructure (usually geometric) of to her canvases. dancers spinning, kicking twirling and Michalchyshyn, in education, Mr. Sorski the design remains. Even the luscious flo- She transforms the symbols, aestheti- leaping higher and higher. in arts, Messrs. Shawarsky and Babiak in ral ornamentation of the Baroque era is cally and stylistically, by passing them Taran has built a strong following science, and Ms. Basarab in law. Ms. severely simplified. This conscious and through the prism of her contemporary inthe Ukrainian community across Sedo is working in accounting, and Mr. consistent stylization of reality is found at sensibility. Using modern techniques and Canada,recently performing in Tracz is a biologist with the Public the root of all Ukrainian folk art – weav- materials, she adapts them to the ethos of Vegreville, Alberta, and at the Bloor Health Agency of Canada. ing, pottery, embroidery – which dates the 21st century. That is why her work is Street Ukrainian Festival in Toronto. Taran has recorded an album, back countless centuries all the way to the an inseparable part of the contemporary The group got together through their “Moonlight,” that is sure to turn heads. Trypillian era (circa 4500 to 2000 B.C.). art process. various Ukrainian connections where While the melodies are traditional, the In situations where researchers have Ms. Senkiw is at the zenith of her cre- their paths crossed – Plast, Ukrainian arrangements are new and uniquely con- not been able to provide enough informa- ativity, and admirers of her art will cer- school, the Orlan and Rusalka dance temporary. With a run of 55 minutes tion about a given costume, as for tainly have many more opportunities to ensembles. Four are Plast members, and “Moonlight” is a remarkable collection of instance, in the case of the Scythian cos- view her original creations in the future. two are fourth generation Ukrainian folk melodies, many of which were learned tume in the “History of Ukrainian * * * Canadians; all have a love of Ukrainian around the warmth of campfires around the Costume,” Ms. Senkiw prudently simpli- music running through their veins. world at Plast camps. Taran is currently fies this drawing even more than the oth- Ms. Senkiw exhibited her recent draw- Lead vocalists Mark Shawarsky and working on a Ukrainian polka music video. ers. She communicates her restraint artis- ings and paintings, and launched her latest Katrusia Basarab provide the band with For information readers may e-mail tically by restricting herself to a mono- book for children, “Mother Nature’s Pets,” powerful vocals that distinguish the band [email protected] or log on to chromatic palette of reds and browns, at the Ukrainian Canadian Art Foundation from all others. The power and beauty of www.taranmusic.com. and adds only delicate hints of decoration Gallery in Toronto on April 10-24. 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44

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upcoming party conference. helped financed his campaign and the business interests lie in the energy sector, September crisis... Serhii Holovatyi replaced Roman Orange Revolution. Mr. Yushchenko had earned a reputation for controlling (Continued from page 2) Zvarych as justice minister. Unlike Mr. fired Transport Minister Yevhen access to Mr. Yushchenko. opportunity to clean out his government Zvarych, whose educational background Chervonenko, his bodyguard in the elec- Anatolii Kinakh, first vice prime min- before his first year as president ends. led to a scandal (see Eurasia Daily tions; Davyd Zhvania, minister of emer- ister under Ms. Tymoshenko, is now Mr. Yushchenko’s son Andrii, embroiled Monitor, May 4), Mr. Holovatyi is a gency situations; and Petro Poroshenko, NSDC secretary. Mr. Kinakh, whose in scandal earlier this year, is no longer well-known legal expert who was justice secretary of the National Security and Party of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs seen in a $120,000 BMW “on loan” from minister in the mid-1990s and headed the Defense Council (NSDC). Both Mr. polls barely 1.1 percent, is a poor choice a member of the Yushchenko entourage, Ukrainian Legal Foundation. Mr. Zhvania and Mr. Poroshenko are godfa- for this position. Under President although he still has his $30,000 cell Holovatyi was expelled from the thers to Mr. Yushchenko’s children. Kuchma, NSDC secretaries were experi- phone. Tymoshenko faction after he voted for The removal of Mr. Poroshenko and enced in national security affairs, but Mr. Mr. Yushchenko’s only major strategic Mr. Yekhanurov as prime minister. other businessmen helps repair President Kinakh – like Mr. Poroshenko before him mistake during the crisis was the deal In return for his agreeing to be justice Yushchenko’s image of not relying on – has no background in this field. One of with Mr. Yanukovych. Almost half (47.2 minister, Mr. Holovatyi demanded the oligarchs, as had former President Mr. Kinakh’s first policy steps was to percent) of Ukrainians supported Ms. removal of Procurator General Sviatoslav Leonid Kuchma. Mr. Poroshenko in par- raise the possibility of Ukraine and Tymoshenko’s firing and the subsequent Piskun, who was duly fired on October ticular has very low popularity ratings on Russia jointly integrating into the WTO, political house-cleaning. Yet two-thirds 14. Internal Affairs Minister Yurii par with those of President Kuchma. a position welcomed by Russia of the new government headed by Yurii Lutsenko has complained that his Nevertheless, Mr. Yushchenko has (Ukrayinska Pravda, October 10). Yekhanurov are holdovers from the Ministry found it impossible to work always defended Mr. Poroshenko and Three key ministers have kept their Tymoshenko Cabinet, including three with the Procurator General’s Office, other now-removed businessmen from jobs for now. Defense Minister Anatolii Socialist ministers. (PGO), which was blocking investiga- allegations of corruption. Even if these Hrytsenko and Foreign Affairs Minister Gone are Serhii Teriokhin (minister of tions at the local level (Ukrayinska allegations are not proven, President Borys Tarasyuk are both staunchly pro- economics) and Mykola Tomenko (first Pravda, October 13). The new team at the Yushchenko would be making a strategic Western. Internal Affairs Minister vice prime minister for humanitarian Justice Ministry and the PGO may spur blunder by allowing Mr. Poroshenko and Lutsenko is currently purging his corrupt affairs) from the Reforms and Order progress toward resolving Kuchma-era other former entourage members to join ministry. Party. Reforms and Order party leader crimes. the OUPU 2006 election list. President Yushchenko survived the Viktor Pynzenyk remains finance minis- Mr. Yushchenko also sacrificed several In other personnel decisions, September political crisis, but still-bigger ter, but he may lose his party post at an family members, businessmen who Oleksander Tretiakov’s position as first challenges lie ahead: winning the 2006 adviser to President Yushchenko has elections and taking control of been eliminated. Mr. Tretiakov, whose Parliament. Yekhanurov called the proposal interest- Ukraine’s prime minister... ing but remained noncommittal. The (Continued from page 2) Ukrainian prime minister stressed, how- With deep sorrow we inform family and friends that Tymoshenko’s Cabinet in September, ever, that the debts were incurred by on Monday, October 17, 2005, at the age of 89 Ukraine experienced a distressing gaso- Ukrainian enterprises and cannot be passed away our beloved mother and grandmother line crisis. Kyiv appealed for help in regarded as a liability of the Ukrainian dealing with its gasoline shortage over state. the summer to Belarusian oil refineries. Nevertheless, the Belarusian president The issue of advancing freedom in was conspicuously pleased during his Dr. Stefanie Belarus appears to have lost its priority meeting with the Ukrainian premier. “I status for President Yushchenko; realpoli- am ready to conduct a dialogue [with Tershakovec Bereznicki tik appears to have gained the upper hand Ukraine] proceeding from what interests Parastas was held on Friday, October 28, 2005, at 5 p.m. at in Kyiv’s relations with Miensk. us,” Mr. Lukashenka told Mr. St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church in Jenkintown, Pa. Ukraine is an important trade partner Yekhanurov. “Taking into account the for Belarus. Both Messrs. Yekhanurov proximity of our countries and peoples, Viewing was held on Friday, October 28, 2005, at 3 p.m. at and Sidorski have declared that they we have always made and will continue St. Michael’s Church in Jenkintown, and on Saturday, October 29, intend to increase bilateral trade turnover to make some concessions for the sake of from 8:30 a.m. at Lytwyn and Lytwyn Funeral Home in Union, N.J. to $2 billion this year, which would rep- the future, and we are ready to resolve resent a 50 percent increase from 2004. problems on mutually beneficial terms.” Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 29, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. at Ukraine absorbed some 4 percent of Mr. Lukashenka’s contentment is St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Newark, N.J., understandable. Mr. Yekhanurov’s Belarus’s exports last year. followed by interment at St. Andrew’s Cemetery However, there is a lingering problem October 18 trip was only the second such in South Bound Brook, N.J. of an economic nature in relations senior official visit in Belarus this year. between Miensk and Kyiv. Their govern- (Russian Prime Minister Mikhail In deep sorrow: ments cannot agree on the topic of Fradkov visited Miensk in September.) Ukrainian debts to Belarus that date back President Lukashenka is a pariah in son Ivan with wife Marianna Chaikovsky to 1992. Ukraine (or Ukrainian entities) the international arena and only rarely daughter Olena Nitefor with husband Michael reportedly failed to pay for Belarusian travels abroad or receives foreign offi- grandchildren Hanna and Vera Nitefor commodities imported by Ukrainian cials in Belarus. His international con- brother Andrew Tershakovec with wife Tatiana and firms in the early 1990s. Belarus subse- tacts are largely limited to receiving daughter Tamara quently made the ratification of a border Russian governors in Miensk – no big sister Marijka Hawrylak with husband Roman treaty with Ukraine conditional on the deal for someone who dreamed of taking sister-in-law Myroslava Tershakovec with sons George repayment of those obligations. the helm of a united Russian and and Andrew and their families Belarusian state during the era of Russian Mr. Sidorski recalled during his meet- cousins Ostap Tershakovec with family ing with Mr. Yekhanurov that both sides President Boris Yeltsin. Wasyl Tershakovec with family had signed an official protocol in 2003, This time, however, Mr. Lukashenka fixing the outstanding debt figure at $134 was doubly lucky: Prime Minister niece Marijka Leshchynska with family in Ukraine million. Mr. Sidorski proposed that Kyiv Yekhanurov brought along an invitation in-laws Halina Bodareva and Iryna Tymoshenko repay the obligations through supplies of for President Lukashenka to meet with goods and electricity, while Mr. President Yushchenko in Kyiv. extended family in the U.S., Canada and Ukraine Eternal memory. tal level, the relations between Poland Ukrainian studies... and Ukraine are good, but that on the In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Stefanie may be made to (Continued from page 11) level of society as well as in regard to the the Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv. Please send checks to Ukrainian Relations in the wake of policies of local governments, there are a Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation, 2247 W. Chicago Ave., Poland’s accession to the EU and the lot of unresolved issues and frequent Chicago, IL 60622 Orange Revolution. His presentation was bad-mouthing back and forth. introduced by the consuls general of The Petro Jacyk Program has Ukraine and Poland, respectively, Dr. Ihor announced some of the scholars it will DEATH ANNOUNCEMENTS Lossovsky and Dr. Potr Konowrocki. host this academic year: Tetyana Prof. Snyder’s generally positive and Sakharuk (University of Internal Affairs, to be published in The Ukrainian Weekly – in the Ukrainian optimistic evaluation of current Polish- Kharkiv) will do research on human or English language – are accepted by mail, courier, fax, phone or e-mail. rights protection; Denys Kuzmin (Odesa Ukrainian relations was challenged by Deadline: Tuesday noon before the newspaper’s date of issue. Prof. Orest Subtelny (York University) National University) will tackle the issue (The Weekly goes to press early Friday mornings.) who pointed out that Prof. Snyder had of Ukraine and EU enlargement; Olga left out an important influence on the Voloschenko (Kyiv University of Law) Rate: $7.50 per column-inch. state of Polish-Ukrainian relations – that will explore the role of religion in shap- Information should be addressed to the attention of the Advertising Department of Russia – and drew attention to the fact ing law; and Olha Luchuk (Ivan Franko and sent to: The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280 (NB: please that Poland seems to find a friend in University, Lviv) will research the corre- do not include post office box if sending via courier), Parsippany, N.J. 07054; Ukraine when it runs into problems with spondence of George Luckyj, the late fax, (973) 644-9510; telephone, (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040; Russia. scholar of Ukrainian literature, who e-mail, [email protected]. Prof. Piotr Wrobel (University of taught at the University of Toronto for Please include the daytime phone number of a contact person. Toronto) agreed that, on the governmen- over 30 years. 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 19 Children’s cancer center in Kharkiv receives medical and diagnostic supplies

by Evhenia Medvedenko leukemia and other oncological illnesses. supplies and test kits and medications $53 million worth of medical and As part of this shipment, the hospital’s they need to combat this dreaded illness. humanitarian aid to hospitals and orphan- KHARKIV, Ukraine – Kharkiv City hematology laboratory received binocu- In the framework of this humanitarian ages in 14 oblasts (provinces) of Ukraine. Children’s Hospital No. 16 on September lar microscopes, photometers, a spec- program, CCRDF is also purchasing med- The Fund has established partnerships 15 held a special press conference to offi- trophotometer, a water distillation sys- ical and laboratory equipment for the with 20 hospitals and has provided exten- cially announce the delivery of medical tem, a Stat Fax immunology analyzer, a oncology departments at the Rivne sive training and technology infusion that equipment and diagnostic supplies from laboratory centrifuge, diagnostic kits for Regional Children’s Hospital and the has resulted in dramatic reductions in the Children of Chornobyl Relief and the Cobe Spectra cell separator, and a Zhytomyr Regional Children’s Hospital: infant mortality and improvements in Development Fund (CCRDF). The med- variety of diagnostic reagents and con- specifically, filters for blood components cancer remission rates. With the help of ical shipment valued at $65,163 was sumable supplies for the hematology ana- and test systems for diagnosis of hepatitis Philip Morris, the fund also hopes to made possible by a major grant from the lyzer Cobas-Micros BOSH. and Epstein-Barr Virus, a binocular micro- expand surgical programs for children Philip Morris Co. earlier this year. At this stage, the Kharkiv laboratory is scope, lumbar needles and spinal needles born with congenital heart defects in Speaking on behalf of the Fund, fully equipped for the analysis and treat- for bone marrow biopsies, infusion kits Kharkiv, Odesa and Lviv. founder and Chairman of the Board, Dr. ment of a wide range of blood-borne ill- that will make it possible to properly diag- Tax-deductible contributions may be sent Zenon Matkiwsky thanked Philip Morris nesses. Each year nearly 600 children in nose and treat leukemia victims. to CCRDF at 272 Old Short Hills Road, for its generous contribution, and Ukraine receive the grim diagnosis of Since it was established in 1989, the Short Hills, NJ 07078. For more informa- pledged continuing support for the leukemia. Thus, CCRDF is striving to Children of Chornobyl Relief and tion, readers may call (973) 376-5140 or log Kharkiv hospital. Hospital No. 16 spe- help the hospitals that specialize in Development Fund has delivered over on to http://www.childrenofchornobyl.org. cializes in the treatment of children with leukemia treatment to obtain the critical

The hematology (blood testing) laboratory at Kharkiv City Children’s Hospital No. In Kharkiv City Children’s Hospital No. 16, doctors admire a new photometer 16 was recently bolstered by the arrival of state-of-the-art binocular microscopes delivered by the Children of Chornobyl Relief and Development Fund. and over $60,000 worth of technology and supplies delivered by the CCRDF.

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In his poems and novels, Bahriany creat- Natalka heroically escape to the Far East. heart on July 25, 1963, and was buried in Ivan Bahriany... ed a national hero for Ukrainians who were Bahriany strongly believed in the value New Ulm. On his monument, which was (Continued from page 13) demoralized by Soviet persecution and the of human beings and freedom. By nature, created by Lev Molodozhanyn (who also pears the same way as did German.” aftereffects of World War II. His heroes go he was a writer and a poet, but he was created the Taras Shevchenko monument He pointed out that the USSR was a through difficult trials, challenges and tor- forced to become a politician by circum- in Washington), is written “We are. We huge concentration camp, built on slav- tures, but never give up and continue fight- stances. He was the leader of the Ukrainian were. And will be. And our motherland is ery, physical and mental torture, terror ing the system. They face challenges brave- Revolutionary Democratic Party (URDP), with us.” and starvation. Criticizing the govern- ly and honestly, never loosing their beliefs the aim of which was the destruction of the Bahriany was a very talented writer ment in the West is acceptable, while in in humanity, justice and freedom. By show- Soviet empire and the re-establishment of and his writings gained wide recognition the Soviet Union it is a crime. He carried ing that his heroes were not victims, but Ukrainian independence. In his political while he was still alive. His novel a cyanide capsule to end his life in case were morally triumphant, he kept the statements, he clearly underscored that the “Tyhrolovy,” for example, was translated he were forced to return home. Ukrainian spirit and quest alive. He raised URDP was “against all kinds of slavery and into German, French and English (The Bahriany wrote novels, poetry and polit- his heroes from oppression and tortures to a social and political constraints on people. Hunters and The Hunted). He was posthumously awarded Ukraine’s ical statements, and delivered speeches in positive, optimistic level. The party stands against communism and Shevchenko Prize in 1992. Europe, the United States and Canada. In This was true about Hryhorii Soviet Russian imperialism and for inde- According to Bilajiw, during a visit to all of them, his message was always the Mnohohrishnyj in the novel “Tyhrolovy,” pendent Ukraine, for our national freedom.” He called on all Ukrainians – eastern, the United States and Canada in 1959, same: that there was no freedom in the (Tiger Hunters), Andrii Chumak in “Sad western, Orthodox, Catholics – people Bahriany told a small group of friends USSR and that the evil Soviet empire’s ter- Hetsymanskyi” (The Garden of from different backgrounds to unite and about his encounter with a Belgian writer ror had no limits. In his 1952 speech before Gethsemane) and Anton Bida in the poem “Anton Bida – Heroi Truda” form their country so that it could find its at a worldwide exhibit in Brussels that, we the Congress of Free Press in Berlin and (Anton Bida – Hero of Labor). destiny. Ukraine was unable to regain believe, summarizes his mission in life. his 1954 statement on “Ukrainian In “Tyhrolovy,” Mnohohrishnyj escapes independence because of the division that The writer asked Bahriany to tell him Literature and Art Under Communism’s from a heavily guarded train taking him, was instilled in us by our occupiers, he who the Ukrainians are. And, after Bahriany Russian Terror” for the U.S. Congress, he and many others like him, to Siberia. After said. We need to overcome our differ- explained, the Belgian writer commented listed the many dozens of Ukrainian writ- almost starving to death, he is rescued by a ences. Unity, he believed, could be that he was envious because some day ers and artists (his friends) who were exe- Ukrainian family of tiger hunters who achieved through democracy. Ukrainians would have a great country in cuted or sent into exile by the Soviets. For accept him as if he were their own son. The In recognition of his capable writings and Eastern Europe, while most other countries’ what? For creating in their own language novel is set in a treacherous but scenic strong stands, Bahriany was elected presi- futures have already been defined. Belgium and national heritage, he answered. There Siberia, with many hunting adventures, and dent of Ukrainian National Council in exile. can only be Belgium, while your country’s is no difference, he emphasized, between some encounters with Mnohohrishnyj’s Although attacked furiously by the future is still wide open, he said. the old Russian and the new Soviet imperi- Soviet pursuers. He falls in love with the Soviets and even some of his own com- Bahriany encouraged us to keep alism. The aim of both was to create one family’s daughter, Natalka, and, as the pur- patriots, he pursued his goals to the end. focused on the goal and to move in that Russian nation and both used art and litera- suers come closer to capturing him, he and Bahriany died prematurely from a weak direction. ture to engineer that Russian nation in all their occupied lands, including Ukraine.

NATO secretary... (Continued from page 5) not only the geo-strategic interests of Ukraine, but also the very real personal security concerns of individual Ukrainians. First of all, the retraining of redundant military personnel, where we have dou- bled our support this year and intend to do even more in 2006. And second, the disposal of large stockpiles of unstable, Cold War-era munitions, where earlier this year we launched the largest Partnership for Peace trust fund in histo- ry. Most Ukrainians understand these challenges, but how many know that NATO is helping to address them? There also needs to be greater under- standing of the alliance itself and its cur- rent goals and missions. The Ukrainian people need to under- stand that, far from being a Cold War relic, today’s NATO is a force for stability and support in the Balkans, Afghanistan, Iraq, Darfur and most recently in the earthquake relief effort for Pakistan. They need to know that although the nature of the secu- rity threat has changed, the need for effec- tive and lasting cooperation between like- minded democratic nations in meeting common security challenges has not. They also need to understand that integration into the alliance and strategic partnership with Russia are not compet- ing, mutually exclusive goals. Indeed, NATO itself launched a very dynamic partnership with Russia and that partner- ship continues to deepen and grow. Ladies and gentlemen, dear friends: I can make all these points here today, just as NATO ambassadors can make them in Donetsk, Kharkiv and Odesa. But it will ultimately be up to you, the people of Ukraine, and her current and future leaders, to carry this conversation for- ward. Because the fundamental decisions about Ukraine’s future are decisions that you will have to take. And I would ask you, the students of the Diplomatic Academy, as experts in Euro-Atlantic security, and as members of a generation that has the most to gain from the path of reform and integra- tion, to play your part in this process. The alliance’s doors remain open, and solid performance in the implementation of key reforms can make Ukraine’s membership aspirations a reality. The future truly is in your hands. 22 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 23

Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate host annual pilgrimage in Sloatsburg by Helen Labinsky by eloquent clergy. The highlight of the celebration was SLOATSBURG, N.Y. – The Sisters the pontifical divine liturgy concelebrat- Servants of Mary Immaculate hosted a ing by bishops and priests on Sunday at beautiful and memorable weekend program 10 a.m., starting with traditional proces- making 51 years of dedicated celebrations sion to the grotto. honoring the Mother of God on her feast Confessions were available for the pil- day, the Assumption of Mary into Heaven. grims during the entire weekend. The weekend celebration on August 13- Food was served at the pavilion on 14 for Christian pilgrims was filled with Saturday afternoon and evening and all beautiful Ukrainian rite liturgies, making it day Sunday by the League of Ukrainian convenient for everyone to attend liturgy, Catholics, whose members came from moleben to the Mother of God, Akathistos to New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, the Dormition in Ukrainian and in English, Maryland and New York state (as far Dormition vespers, a panakhyda (requiem away as Buffalo) and many friends, rela- service) for the deceased pilgrims who fell tives and other generous volunteers of asleep in the Lord during the past year, holy the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate. water blessing, anointing of families and of So once again, another beautiful cele- the sick, blessing of flowers and fragrant bration was hosted by the sisters, many herbs, and blessing of departing pilgrims. new friends were made and many, many Four excellent workshops were pre- beautiful memories were added to the sented at 1-3 p.m. on Saturday afternoon experiences of pilgrims.

Assembly’s sessions were: Ukrainian National... • Members of the Executive Committee (Continued from page 1) Stefan Kaczaraj, president; Martha Lysko, motions to the entire General Assembly. first vice-president; Eugene Iwanciw, sec- The Finance Committee presented and ond vice-president; Al Kachkowski, direc- the General Assembly approved a budget tor for Canada; Roma Lisovich, treasurer; for the coming year. (Christine Kozak, national secretary, was Much emphasis during the General excused); Assembly’s deliberations was given to • Auditors Zenon Holubec, Yaroslav the upcoming 36th Convention of the Zaviysky and Alexander Serafyn; UNA, which will be held on May 26-29, • Advisors Joseph Hawryluk, Stefan 2006, at Soyuzivka. Hawrysz, Vasyl Luchkiw, Wasyl All reports and resolutions of the 2005 Liscynesky, Pawlo Prinko, Myron Groch annual meeting will appear in the meet- and Gloria Horbaty; and ing’s minutes, which will be published in • Honorary Members Taras Szmagala both Svoboda and The Ukrainian Weekly Sr. and Tekla Moroz. at a later date. In attendance at the General – UNA Executive Committee 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44 Ukrainian National Federal Credit Union

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Investment this week. Ukraine People’s Union council member informed the committee about corruption National deputy... However, it is doubtful anyone will be representing Kyiv’s Darnytsia region. on the part of superiors, the committee (Continued from page 1) punished, Mr. Stretovych said, since it’s There is no strict and transparent sepa- sent a letter of inquiry to the local govern- Corrupt schemes and bribery are still not obligatory to implement the commit- ration of government and business within ment. As a rule, the accused official is the widespread in the top levels of govern- tee’s decisions, according to the bill regu- the political party, he added. one who receives the letter, he said. ment, Mr. Stretovych stated. lating its activity. Nor has the Verkhovna Rada been of It’s not surprising, Mr. Stretovych All law enforcement authorities, Even after Mr. Piskun’s dismissal two help, Mr. Stretovych said. During the last noted, that the committee always including the Procurator’s General weeks ago, powerful businessmen still three years, the Verkhovna Rada hasn’t received the same answer: “The facts Office, the tax and customs services and evade prosecution. supported a single anti-corruption bill, he mentioned in your letter were not con- firmed.” all levels of the police are still highly Mr. Piskun filed criminal charges said. “If the committee makes a decision, “A reverse effect happens,” Mr. corrupt, the Committee on Combating against Petro Poroshenko for bribing the Parliament is supposed to approve it. Stretovych said. “Police officers often Organized Crime and Corruption stated businessmen in order to gain control of a We have many facts that show when the refuse to write appeals, explaining that in an October 7 report. $16 million luxury high-rise on committee says ‘yes,’ the Parliament says they might get into trouble.” “All those whom the president called Hrushevsky Street in Kyiv. ‘no.’ This is absolutely impossible,” he Even the national deputies on his own bandits skillfully migrated to the new The Procurator General’s Office commented. committee are indifferent, he said. Only authorities,” said National Deputy closed the case on October 21, a week When corruption victims submit com- three or four of its 16 members attend the Mykola Karnaukh, a Socialist Party mem- after President Viktor Yushchenko fired plaints to his committee, its procedures committee’s meetings and make an hon- ber who is the committee’s secretary. Mr. Piskun. not only fail to protect them, but also est effort, Mr. Stretovych explained. In the months since the Orange Mr. Yushchenko happens to be the leave them at the mercy of those they Sometimes the deputies fail to pass Revolution, for example, the Procurator godfather of Mr. Poroshenko’s twin accuse, he said. decisions or recommendations at their General’s Office often requested legal daughters. For example, when local police officers meetings because there is no quorum. cases from its regional offices and then In recent remarks, former Prime closed them within a few days, which Minister Yulia Tymoshenko accused the “became a real epidemic,” Mr. Yushchenko government of preferring to Stretovych said. cut deals and compromising rather than The UNA’s 36th Convention The courts have become corporations combating corruption. that work to benefit corrupt officials, he “Today everything is leading to a will be held at the UNA resort said. Judges have even been business swamp, where everyone comes to agree- partners of defendants in criminal or civil ment, signs memorandums and compro- Soyuzivka, Kerhonkson, N.Y. cases, he said. mises,” Ms. Tymoshenko said. “And now “How can one expect unbiased court the only ones in conflict with the govern- Friday, May 26, through Monday, May 29, 2006 hearings in this situation if a plaintiff has ment are those people who expected real a corporate interest with a judge?” Mr. changes.” Stretovych said. “We don’t know what to Though every year the number of A convention committee has been formed and has started do with corruption in the courts. Every appeals is growing, Mr. Yushchenko’s preliminary work on assuring that every delegate and day it is becoming worse.” administration failed to stand up against Even after the Orange Revolution, cor- corruption, said Mr. Stretovych, who is a guest will have a pleasant experience during the UNA’s rupt officials dominated Ukraine’s legal member of the Our Ukraine coalition and first convention at Soyuzivka. institutions, Mr. Stretovych said, specifi- was a member of the Christian- cally naming former Procurator General Democratic Union when elected to the Sviatoslav Piskun and his wife, Svitlana. Verkhovna Rada in 2002. Mrs. Piskun and Svitlana Azarova, the “The new bandits with new authorities wife of former Vice Prime Minister will never go to jail,” he said. “Those Mykola Azarov, established a company, who committed misdemeanors will be Planet of Investment, which illegally imprisoned. But those who steeped their appropriated enterprises in Ukraine and hands in blood or stole millions will be “robbed European companies,” Mr. out of prison.” Stretovych charged. The same day that Mr. Stretovych Mrs. Piskun is also the daughter of made his comments, five Kyiv city coun- Supreme Court Chief Judge Anzhelika cil deputies called their own press con- Hrek. ference to allege that businessmen have “Oligarchic clans ruled and still keep been buying the top positions of the Our ruling the country, and use legal authori- Ukraine People’s Union party electoral ties to ensure private interest,” Mr. lists in order to secure themselves politi- Stretovych said. cal positions and immunity. A special commission will investigate “Places on the party lists are simply the business activities of Planet of sold,” said Oleksa Yurchenko, an Our

rights in times of domestic and interna- MP Mark... tional crisis.” (Continued from page 4) Speaking of MP Mark and Bill C-331, Front row from left: Stefa Hawryluk, Maya Lew, Vera Staruch, the UCCLA activist said: “Mr. Mark has the signing of the Agreement in Principle Anna Slobodian, Oksana Trytjak, Committee Chairman. that will provide $2.5 million in funding been a steadfast and true supporter of the Ukrainian Canadian community’s calls Second row from left: Nicholas Fil, Roman Hawryluk, Vasyl Luchkiw, for specific commemorative projects and for righting this historic injustice. While Longin Staruch, Sonia Semanyshyn, Gerry Tysiak. initiatives recalling Canada’s first nation- we anticipate that his act will be amend- Not pictured: Maxine Hayden, Nestor Paslawsky. al internment operations.” ed, we nevertheless expect the House of Dr. Luciuk added: “We will also soon Commons and Senate of Canada to pass be negotiating a second installment, of no this bill and so help recognize officially less than $10 million. Those funds will what Ukrainians and other Europeans be deployed for more long-term educa- endured during the internment opera- tional, cultural, research and publications tions. This is another positive step for- Got a group? Need The Weekly? programs intended to hallow the memory ward. We call upon all MPs and all of the Call our subscription department to find out how you may qualify of all of the internees and underscore parties represented in the House of how important it is to remain vigilant in Commons and Senate to join us in for a group discount on your Weekly subscriptions. (973) 292-9800 ext. 3042 defense of civil liberties and human endorsing Mr. Mark’s initiative.” 26 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 No. 44

sions. Everything will depend on Ukraine, Prime Minister Tymoshenko was elected budget draft provides for the payment of 600 NEWSBRIEFS as it is Ukraine that is guiding its reforma- honorary chair of Young Fatherland; and million hrv in compensation for the savings (Continued from page 2) tion process, he noted. Further meetings in Viktor Taran was elected head of its coordi- Ukrainians held in the Soviet-era Savings Minister Anatolii Hrytsenko said on similar formats, the secretary general said, nating council. (UNIAN, BBC) Bank. (RFE/RL Newsline) will be helpful in realizing Ukraine’s aspira- October 23 that Kyiv’s future integration Our Ukraine Youth Union founded Grim demographics for Ukraine with NATO should not harm relations with tions toward NATO. (Ukrinform) Russia, ITAR-TASS reported the same Ukraine awaits Iraqi elections KYIV – The pro-Yushchenko Our KYIV – The Institute of Demography day. “Russia and many wise Russians Ukraine People’s Union party has estab- and Social Studies of the Ukrainian National think that Poland and the Baltic countries, VILNIUS – The ultimate date of the lished a youth branch called Our Ukraine Academy of Sciences estimated that the which are NATO members, do not endan- Ukrainian military contingent’s withdrawal Youth Union, it was reported on October 22. country’s population will dwindle from the ger Russia. Ukraine has normal relations from Iraq will be adjusted with allies after The organization held its founding congress 47 million recorded last month to 35 million with Russia and does not infringe its inter- the parliamentary elections have been held at the Polytechnical Institute in Kyiv, with in 2050 if the current demographic trend ests in any way,” Mr. Hrytsenko said after in Iraq, Ukrainian Defense Minister some 1,500 delegates in attendance. The continues, Interfax-Ukraine reported on meeting with U.S. Secretary of Defense Anatolii Hrytsenko told journalists in Our Ukraine People’s Union said it views October 21. (RFE/RL Newsline) Donald Rumsfeld. ITAR-TASS quoted a Vilnius, Lithuania, having met with his the new youth branch as a tool for getting PGO closes Poroshenko case source in the Ukrainian Defense Ministry U.S. counterpart, Secretary of Defense young people politically involved. Channel as saying that Messrs. Hrytsenko and Donald Rumsfeld. Messrs. Hrytsenko and 5 TV reported that the process of establish- KYIV – The Procurator General’s Rumsfeld discussed bilateral U.S.-Ukraine Rumsfeld came to Vilnius, Lithuania, to ing the Our Ukraine Youth Union was man- Office has closed the Petro Poroshenko relations, a “cooperation plan” for 2006, attend informal ministerial Ukraine-NATO aged by Minister of Family and Youth case. The PGO’s press service reported on and the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops consultations. According to Mr. Hrytsenko, Affairs Yurii Pavlenko. (Channel 5, BBC) October 21 that the case has been closed from Iraq after the December parliamen- his talks with Mr. Rumsfeld dealt with the for lack of evidence. Legal proceedings tary elections there. (RFE/RL Newsline) Rada rejects draft budget situation in Iraq and plans for Ukraine-U.S. against Mr. Poroshenko were instituted on military cooperation for 2006. (Ukrinform) NATO leader comments on Ukraine KYIV – The Verkhovna Rada on October 10. On October 19 ex-Security Young Batkivschyna established October 20 rejected the government’s draft Service of Ukraine Chief Oleksander VILNIUS – As NATO Secretary General budget for 2006 and scheduled a new first Turchynov said, citing reliable sources, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer told a joint follow- KYIV – A nationwide Ukrainian youth reading for November 1, Ukrainian and that acting Procurator General Serhii up news conference in Vilnius, Lithuania, organization called Moloda Batkivschyna, international news agencies reported. Vinokurov had been ordered to promptly on October 24, Ukraine will likely join the or Young Fatherland, has been established Deputies want to raise the deficit from 1.9 close the case. (Ukrinform) NATO Membership Action Plan between as the youth wing of the Batkivschyna Party percent to 3 percent of gross domestic prod- Kinakh to discuss Poroshenko case 2006 and 2008. NATO will keep watching headed by Yulia Tymoshenko. Delegates uct (GDP) to direct more funds to social developments in Ukraine, Mr. de Hoop from all regions of Ukraine attended the benefits, whereas the government opposes KYIV – The National Security and Scheffer noted, and will make relevant deci- founding congress on October 22. Former such an increase. (RFE/RL Newsline) Defense Council (NSDC) is closely coop- erating with the Verkhovna Rada commit- Compensation bill is vetoed tee in charge of investigating corruption within the upper echelons of power, the KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko has Procurator General’s Office, the Security vetoed a bill obliging the government to Service of Ukraine and other law enforce- compensate Ukrainian citizens for devalued ment bodies, NSDC Secretary Anatolii or lost savings that were deposited in the for- Kinakh told journalists in Kyiv on October mer Soviet Union’s Savings Bank, Interfax- 21. Mr. Kinakh stated his intention to meet Ukraine reported on October 24. Finance with acting Procurator General Serhii Minister Viktor Pynzenyk said the govern- Vinokurov to discuss in great detail the ment would have to pay 12 billion hrv ($2.4 case of Petro Poroshenko. Mr. Kinakh reas- billion U.S.) annually beginning next year if sured the news media that he will defend the bill were enacted. “We understand the the supremacy of law because this principle problem, but the figure [we would have to underlies democracy and the people’s trust pay] reaches 12 billion hrv per year. It is an in authority. Replying to the journalists’ issue of capabilities and wishful thinking,” Mr. Pynzenyk said. He added that the 2006 (Continued on page 27) No. 44 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2005 27

assured NATO Secretary-General Jaap de NEWSBRIEFS Hoop Scheffer in Kyiv on October 19 that (Continued from page 26) Ukraine will not diverge from its course question about whether the PGO’s decision toward Euro-Atlantic integration and sees to close the Poroshenko case resulted from NATO membership as a strategic foreign Procurator General Sviatoslav Piskun’s dis- policy goal, Ukrainian and international missal, Mr. Kinakh noted that this issue news agencies reported. In turn, Mr. de involved “multi-factored interactions.” The Hoop Scheffer said staging free and fair main point, Mr. Kinakh said, is to prevent parliamentary elections in March will be the situation from lowering the PGO’s effi- “a very important milestone” in judging cacy. It is important to see a person in the Ukraine’s progress toward NATO mem- procurator general’s position who will pro- bership. He also cited the need for judicial tect the Constitution of Ukraine and human reform, rule of law and the fight to elimi- rights, and who will not be guided by polit- nate corruption. “NATO’s door was, is and ical conjecture or career considerations, Mr. remains open,” he noted. “Because NATO Kinakh stated. (Ukrinform) is a performance-based organization, these reforms ... are essential, and they have to Rybachuk comments on Piskun’s firing be done by Ukraine, and NATO will help.” (RFE/RL Newsline) KYIV – Presidential Secretariat Chairman Oleh Rybachuk told a news brief- Constitutional Court at a halt ing in Kyiv on October 21 that Procurator General Sviatoslav Piskun was dismissed KYIV – Nine judges of Ukraine’s because he slowed down investigations into Constitutional Court retired on October the most resounding crimes and launched 18, bringing the number of vacancies in criminal cases that had obvious political this body to 13, The Kyiv Post reported implications. Mr. Rybachuk also accused on October 20. The Constitutional Court, Mr. Piskun of having repeatedly divulged which is made up of 18 judges appointed investigation secrets, which allowed many to nine-year terms – six each chosen by criminals to avoid being brought to justice. the president, the Verkhovna Rada and Mr. Rybachuk also charged that the prosecu- the Congress of Judges – determines tor’s move to institute legal proceedings whether laws and acts of the president against ex-Secretary of the National Security and the Cabinet of Ministers and interna- and Defense Council Petro Poroshenko had tional treaties conform with the a purely political background. (Ukrinform) Constitution of Ukraine. Parliament now needs to appoint four judges and the Poisoning analysis to proceed president needs to appoint three, with the remainder to be chosen by the Congress KYIV – According to Presidential of Judges. (RFE/RL Newsline) Secretariat Chairman Oleh Rybachuk, the analysis of Viktor Yushchenko’s poisoning Six-month ban on poultry imports was delayed because the Procurator General’s Office made a decision to carry it KYIV – The Ukrainian Parliament on out only on October 20. Mr. Rybachuk October 20 imposed a six-month ban on all noted that, as soon as President Yushchenko poultry imports in an attempt to protect the received the notice informing him of the country from bird flu, Ukrainian and inter- need for expert analysis by specialists in national news agencies reported. The meas- Ukraine, he gave his consent to undergo the ure was supported by 229 deputies in the necessary tests. It was former Procurator 450-seat legislature. (RFE/RL Newsline) General Sviatoslav Piskun who delayed the Odesa region fears avian flu testing procedure, Mr. Rybachuk contended. He noted that the former top prosecutor ODESA – Hunting wild birds in the repeatedly declined proposals for testing, Odesa region has been prohibited saying it was unnecessary as there was quite because of a potential avian flu hazard, enough evidence. (Ukrinform) Ivan Panchyshyn, first deputy chief of main agency for agricultural-industrial Two Lviv priests declared saints development of the Odesa State Regional LVIV – On Friday, October 21, a clerical Administration, said on October 20. The delegation, led by Lviv Metropolitan probability of the Odesa region being Cardinal Marian Jaworski, left Lviv for the affected by avian flu is very high, he Vatican in order to attend Sunday events said, adding that this is connected to the there to declare Archbishop Yosyp wild birds’ migration from north to south Bichevski (1860-1923) and Father Zigmund and that the Black Sea region is a transit Gorazdovski (1845-1920) saints. Both men zone. He stated that the private sector, were Polish priests active in Lviv and were where large numbers of poultry are kept, beatified by Pope John-Paul II. (Ukrinform) is most likely to be affected. In addition to prohibiting hunting, authorities banned President reaffirms Euro-Atlantic course imports of poultry articles from countries where the disease has been reported. KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko (Ukrinform). PREVIEW OF EVENTS * All rates subject to change without notice. (Continued from page 28) at Columbia University is hosting Ukrainian full-length feature films and be “Between a Rock and a Hard Place: held at the Innis Townhall, Innis College, Ukrainian Cinema since Independence,” a University of Toronto, 2 Sussex Ave. The series of lectures on the current state of and lecture by Yuri Shevchuk of Columbia challenges faced by Ukrainian cinema as it University will be followed by a discussion tries to shake off the crippling legacy of the and a full-length feature film presentation. Soviet past and to adapt to the fast-moving For more information0030 101905 contact the Jacyk reality of a post-Soviet Ukraine. The first Program, (416) 946 8113, e-mail lecture, “Oxygen Starvation. The Defeated [email protected] or check the Expectation of Freedom,” will focus on website www.utoronto.ca/jacyk/.

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Saturday, November 5 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA Soyuzivka’s Datebook 02138. For more information contact HURI NEW YORK: Father Borys Gudziak, at (617) 495-4053 or [email protected]. November 4-6, 2005 December 24, 2005 Ph.D., rector of the Ukrainian Catholic Plast Orlykiada Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve University, will celebrate liturgy at St. Sunday, November 13 Supper 6 p.m., $25 per person, George Ukrainian Catholic Church at 5 November 12, 2005 overnight packages available p.m. A dinner in his honor will be held at NEW YORK: The Shevchenko Scientific Wedding 6:30 p.m. at St. George School Society invites the public to a program December 31-January 1, 2006 Auditorium, 215 E. Sixth St. Admission to titled “Theater in a Basket” (“Teatr u Koshyku”), in which Iryna Volytska November 19, 2005 New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Package the dinner is $100. Tax-deductible checks Sigma Beta Chi Fraternity Formal should be made out to the Ukrainian (Lviv) will perform dramatic scenes from Dinner Banquet Catholic Education Foundation (UCEF). the works of Vasyl Stefanyk. The program January 6, 2006 Send ticket requests to St. George will take place at the society’s building, 63 November 20, 2005 Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Ukrainian Catholic Church, 30 E. Seventh Fourth Ave. (between Ninth and 10th Ellenville Cooperative Nursery Supper 6 p.m., $25 per person, St., New York, NY, 10003; telephone, streets) at 2 p.m. For additional informa- tion call (212) 254-5130. School Auction overnight packages available (212) 674-1615; or to the UCEF, 2247 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL, 60622; tele- January 27-29, 2006 phone, (773) 235-8462. CHICAGO: Meet Father Borys Gudziak, November 23-27, 2005 Ph.D., rector of the Ukrainian Catholic Church of Annunciation Family Family Reunions HILLSIDE, N.J. University. A luncheon in his honor will Weekend, Flushing, N.Y. : You, your family and friends are invited to join us at 2:30 p.m. at be held at 1 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural November 24, 2005 Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Center, 2247 W. Chicago Ave. Call your Thanksgiving Feast 1-4 p.m., $25 per Church, corner of Liberty Avenue and Bloy local parish or the Ukrainian Catholic person, overnight packages Street, for an afternoon of prayer and reflec- Education Foundation, (773) 235-8462, available tion regarding the message of Our Lady of for ticket information. Mount Carmel (Garabandal). The event will consist of a moleben and the rosary, fol- HARTFORD, Conn: The Women’s lowed by a presentation regarding Our Association for the Defense of Four Lady’s message as well as personal Freedoms for Ukraine is sponsoring a accounts of the Miracle of Garabandal by presentation on contemporary Ukrainian Dr. Michael and Helen Rozeluk of Canada. cinema by Dr. Yuri Shevchuk, lecturer of Ukrainian language and culture, and direc- To book a room or event call: (845) 626-5641, ext. 140 During a visit to Garabandal in 1994, Dr. Rozeluk was cured of painful, permanent tor of the Ukrainian Film Club at 216 Foordmore Road P.O. Box 529 Columbia University. The presentation Kerhonkson, NY 12446 injuries to his neck and jaw after being blessed with a relic medal blessed by Our will include a screening and discussion of E-mail: [email protected] Mother. Since that time, in gratitude, the the films “Mamay” (Oles Sanin, director), Website: www.Soyuzivka.com Rozeluks have developed a powerful min- Ukraine’s 2003 official entry for the istry of spreading devotion to the Blessed Academy Awards consideration in the cat- Mother and Her Son, Jesus. The couple will egory of best foreign language film, and speak also about their 2002 and 2004 mis- “Podorozhni” (Ihor Strembitsky, director), sions to Ukraine that spread the message of the 2005 Palme d’Or Short Film award Need a back issue? winner. All films are in Ukrainian with If you’d like to obtain a back issue of The Ukrainian Weekly, send $2 per copy (first-class postage included) to: Garabandal. The day will conclude with the Administration, The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. opportunity for all present to venerate an English subtitles. The presentation will icon, the Medal of Our Lady of Mount take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Carmel. The sacrament of Reconciliation National Home, 961 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford. Suggested donation: adults, UKRAINIAN BUILDERS OF CUSTOM HOMES will be available to those who would like to go to confession. While the event will be $10; students, $5. For information call WEST COAST OF FLORIDA conducted primarily in English, it will also (860) 223-3622. be accented with Ukrainian. For further Saturday, November 19 TRIDENT DEVELOPMENT CORP. information, please contact Patricia Shatynski, (908) 322-7350. Additional • Over 25 years of building experience DETROIT: Ukrainian Children’s Aid and information and directions to the parish may Relief Effort Inc. (UCARE) invites the • Bilingual be found on the parish website, • Fully insured and bonded public to a fund-raising event showcasing www.byzantines.net/immaculateconception. artwork created by orphans in Ukraine. • Build on your lot or ours “From a Child’s Hand: Hearts for Art” Sunday, November 6 • Highest quality workmanship Gallery Show and Auction will be held at Ihor W. Hron, President Lou Luzniak, Executive V.P. WARREN, Mich.: The Detroit Regional the Detroit Zoo Wildlife Interpretive (941) 270-2411 (941) 270-2413 Council of the Ukrainian National Gallery at 7-10 p.m. The proceeds from Women’s League of America (UNWLA) the sale of the children’s art pieces and Zenon Luzniak, General Contractor presents the 80-70-60 Jubilee Luncheon, a related items will support the specific Serving North Port, Venice, South Venice and area celebration of the 80th anniversary of the needs identified by the orphanages, and UNWLA, the 70th anniversary of the UCARE’s medical and scholarship pro- Detroit Regional Council and the 60th grams. Tickets are priced at $65 per per- anniversary of Our Life magazine, at the son and include hors d’oeuvres and wine; Ukrainian Cultural Center, 26601 Ryan black tie optional. To order tickets call Road, at 2 p.m. Keynote speaker: Iryna (248) 526-0899 by November 12 (advance Kurowyckyj, president of the UNWLA; ticket sales only). For more information, guest speaker: Anya Dydyk-Petrenko of go to www.ucareinc.org. the Voice of America. Entertainment by NEW YORK the Soyuzianky Quartet (Olga Dubrivny- : The Shevchenko Scientific Solovey, musical director); and Ostap Society (NTSh) invites the public to a pres- Stachiw, soloist/bandurist. An art exhibit entation of two publications sponsored by will feature works by Halyna Cisaruk, the NTSh in America: a book by Halyna Jarema Kozak, Volodymyr Nemyra, Svarnyk (Lviv) on the collection of Chrystyna Nykorak, Jurij Savchenko, archives and manuscripts at the NTSh in Konstantyn Savchenko, Oleksander Lviv, and a work by Yevhen Misylo about Tkachenko and Eugenia Worobkevych. the deportation of Ukrainians from Poland The exhibit will be on view beginning at 1 to the USSR in the years 1944-1946. The p.m. A raffle of donated art by the afore- presentations will take place at the soci- mentioned artists will conclude the pro- ety’s building, 63 Fourth Ave. (between gram. Tickets: $30, or $50 for sponsors, Ninth and 10th streets) at 5 p.m. For addi- are available at both area Ukrainian credit tional information call (212) 254-5130. unions and from UNWLA members. To Sunday, November 20 reserve tables for 10 call (248) 656-0306. DETROIT: Meet Father Borys Gudziak, Monday, November 7 Ph.D., rector of the Ukrainian Catholic CAMBRIDGE, Mass.: The Harvard University. A luncheon in his honor will be Ukrainian Research Institute will host a lec- held at 2 p.m. at the St. Josaphat Banquet ture given by Tetiana (Hoshko) Zaytseva, Centre, 26440 Ryan Road, Warren, Mich. assistant professor, history of Ukraine, Call your local parish or the Ukrainian Ukrainian Catholic University, Lviv, and Catholic Education Foundation, (773) 235- Eugene and Daymel Shklar Fellow, 8462, for ticket information. Ukrainian Research Institute. Her lecture, Tuesday, November 29 “Municipal Self-Government in Europe’s Borderlands: Magdeburg Law in East TORONTO: The Petro Jacyk Program in Central Europe and Ukraine,” will be held cooperation with the Ukrainian Film Club in the Seminar Room of the Institute at 4-6 Starts at 9:30 p.m. p.m. The institute is located at 1583 (Continued on page 27)