Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky vows to build a country without oligarchs, but can he deliver?

I thought this was rich, given that as far as I understand the only reason Zelensky is anyone is that he's a friend and protege of one of Ukraine's Oligarchs. Biting the hand that feeds. Can't trust anyone these days. This is from around this time in 2021

  • culpritus [any]
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    3 years ago

    The oligarchs' well-funded tentacles now reach deep into Ukrainian society. Many have their own political parties, and supportive television stations. Some also have judges and senior civil servants ready to do their bidding if the need arises.

    lmao - comedian president with political party and persona from tv show run on oligarch tv station