Economist Podcasts Ballot from the blue: will Ukraine hold a poll?
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Apr 2, 2025 
Oliver Carroll, Ukraine correspondent for The Economist, discusses the evolving landscape of elections in wartorn Ukraine and the influence of figures like Putin and Trump on these prospects. Andrew Knox dives into historical economic strategies, notably the impact of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act on American businesses during the Great Depression. Natasha Loder sheds light on the health implications of daylight saving time, questioning its effectiveness and examining how it disrupts sleep patterns. A rich blend of politics, history, and health insights awaits!
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Zelensky's Legitimacy
- Zelensky faces pressure from Putin and Trump to hold elections, questioning his legitimacy.
- They believe Ukrainian voters will remove Zelensky, their main adversary.
Zelensky's rising popularity
- Trump's actions have inadvertently increased Zelensky's popularity in Ukraine.
- This changed Zelensky's approach to elections, now seriously considering them sooner.
Martial Law and Elections
- Ukraine's martial law prohibits elections, so any upcoming campaign requires lifting it.
- A 60-90 day minimum is needed to organize the vote after martial law ends.