Illustration for lustration
Since independence, nearly the same representatives have been working in the primary legislative assembly of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada (VR). Boasting substantial earnings, by national standards, and a plethora of entitlements, they have accomplished a great deal: the population size has diminished, illnesses, fatalities, and wrongdoing have surged, along with the talent exodus, the division of the populace into affluent and destitute, and joblessness, which has resulted in widespread migration overseas. Ukraine, which formerly held a respected standing in European and global assessments, has descended to the lowest rungs. This unmistakably demonstrates that the “scope of awareness,” as described by Yury Tynyanov (the magnitude of societal demands: an inclination towards long-term or immediate objectives—a concern with both, and therefore a primary emphasis on both) amongst the representatives does not align with the requirements of the public and the present era. It has surfaced that desirable positions on the VR candidate rosters were vended. And within the VR itself, “bodies” were procured for inflated amounts. Certain deputies were absent from sessions; others were occupied with pressing buttons. It wasn't an undesirable occupation: a handsome wage, a multitude of advantages (Privileges are bestowed not for honorable service to the citizenry, but for devoted service to those in power. E. Sevrus). Essentially, the Verkhovna Rada is a highly profitable post.
And if my recollection is accurate, sex workers are only sixth in the hierarchy of the most corrupt professions. Politicians, journalists, judges, attorneys, and law enforcement hold the leading positions. Notwithstanding the reality that some “reformed” deputies themselves dub the Verkhovna Rada a “snake pit,” a “terrarium,” and similar epithets (an ethical individual would “suffocate” in a “snake pit”; those who disrupt the established system and way of life would be rejected and banished from their community), after “performing” at meetings, they, bearing their “political” wounds, seek treatment from medical professionals, and, having recuperated, they return. We should differentiate between exceptionally predictable occurrences and thoroughly unpredictable incidents. Such extremes cannot be dismissed as mere chance events: if there exists a willingness to engage in strife and to resolve it via such means, a reason for discord will invariably be unearthed. These individuals are indifferent to the route they pursue—they merely desire to be near the source of wealth and possess the authority to direct. And “To live solely for pleasure and to wield power are incompatible.” André Maurois.
An upright individual, comprehending the situation they are in, unable to maximize their potential, accepting undeservedly obtained funds, and reveling in privileges, would not. They are aware that numerous gravely ill children and elderly individuals perish lacking the means to secure essential medical care. And yet, certain of these pensioners possess greater years of dedicated service than certain parliamentarians. And, truthfully, possess greater merit… “Luxury is an offense against humanity as long as even one member of society is in need.” J. d'Alembert.
The previous Verkhovna Rada bears culpability for the forfeiture of Crimea and the eastern territories engulfed in conflict.
(Mother Russia does not seize by force,
But all voluntarily, by force of will. (A ditty).
The demise of many of our compatriots, adults and children, a multitude of displaced individuals, demolished residences. I don't believe they undertook this intentionally or consciously. I am convinced they did not foresee the ramifications. Nevertheless, occupying such governmental positions, committing such errors is unacceptable.
Rewarding roles have invariably drawn untrustworthy individuals. In the military, these were logistics officers. Generalissimo A.V. Suvorov is reputed to have stated, “Any logistics officer can be lawfully executed without trial or inquiry following three years of duty.” Admiral Ushakov maintained a comparable perspective. Deputies of the Verkhovna Rada ought to be relieved of their duties without compensation (for their inequitable labor) upon the completion of their terms, if the existence of the vast majority of citizens has not substantially advanced. If their individual actions do not fall within the purview of the Criminal Code, they should be deemed ineligible from occupying leadership roles for the subsequent twenty years. I am certain they will not register with the employment agency or draw unemployment benefits. Not a solitary deputy of the Verkhovna Rada from the present or prior assemblies should be in the forthcoming parliament—they have substantiated this via their deeds, for which the populace of Ukraine has not yet fully compensated, and I fear they will not in the near future. Who should populate parliament, what prerequisites should they fulfill, and what, in my view, the methodology for establishing the Verkhovna Rada should entail is a distinct subject.
P.S. Does it not astonish you that the vested interests of 85% of the nation's economically disadvantaged populace are represented and safeguarded by several hundred affluent individuals?
Based on materials from: verhovnaradr.blogspot.com
