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Ukraine’s independence-era voices say Russia's effort to keep control has lasted decades

Ukraine’s independence-era voices say Russia's effort to keep control has lasted decades

Ukraine is marking 34 years of independence, and the country’s first generation of lawmakers and activists are reflecting on how early decisions shaped its struggle today

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