M. Horbatiuk Political elite of Vinninchya: organizational, axiological and behavioral models

In the monograph, based on a wide range of diverse sources and literature, the author analyzes the process of establishing of the regional political elite of Vinnytsia region – its structure at various historical stages, as well as the main mechanisms of recruitment and promotion channels of elite actors. The immanent connection of the old Communist Party elite of the Soviet era with the modern regional political elite of Vinnytsia region is shown. The key values and identities of the regional elite have been identified and characterized, and it has been established that the real values are in stark contrast to the declared ones. The political behavior of representatives of the political elite of the region is covered in detail. The important role of informal connections and practices in the formation, structuring and functioning of the political elite of the region is clarified. Intended for sociologists, politicians, experts and anyone interested in the regional political elites of Ukraine.