The Need for a Renewed Social Contract
In an interview with political analyst Yuriy Romanenko, philosopher Serhiy Datsiuk argued that Ukraine will require a new social contract and Constitution once the war concludes. He contends that simply restoring the state to its pre-war condition is impossible due to deep-seated institutional and constitutional crises.
During his appearance, Serhiy Datsiuk stated:
'After long reflection, I realized that the state in its current form will die. It is already impossible to rebuild this state after the war, given the institutional and constitutional crises.' - Serhiy Datsiuk
He stressed that a new Constitution must signify the emergence of a fundamentally new state. 'If the new Basic Law merely allows the old system to be transplanted into it, then it will be utterly meaningless,' the philosopher noted.
Reforming the State's Structure
Datsiuk also pointed out that without changes to the state's very structure, a new Constitution will fail to deliver results. 'If a new Constitution is adopted, but the state itself remains the old one, it will inevitably perish just as it would without any changes,' he emphasized.
Furthermore, the philosopher highlighted that 'currently, the responsibility of the civic sector is not outlined at all in the Constitution.' In his view, this leads to corruption within activism being no less prevalent than state corruption, and nothing can be done to address it under the current framework.
A video of Serhiy Datsiuk's remarks is available on YouTube with the identifier bS9QEPUAyjc, where anyone can review his thoughts on Ukraine's postwar future.
Datsiuk's arguments underscore the urgency of debates on reforming Ukraine's state institutions, particularly given the profound challenges the nation faces during wartime. His call for a new social contract and Constitution could form a basis for discussions on rebuilding a more resilient and accountable state. This perspective adds to a critical conversation about national renewal that extends beyond legal technicalities to the very social fabric of the country.
As Ukraine contemplates its future after the war, the discussion surrounding constitutional reform becomes increasingly relevant. In light of the ongoing debates about the current legal framework's limitations, the examination of how Ukraine's Constitution has hindered peace negotiations is crucial. To explore these challenges and the necessity for a reformed governance structure, see how the existing legal barriers can impact the path to lasting peace in Ukraine's constitutional landscape.