E Pluribus Unum in Ukraine? Reconciling Conflicting National Identity in the Borderland

James A. Rice presented a paper that he wrote for class at The Institute of World Politics entitled "E Pluribus Unum in Ukraine? Reconciling Conflicting National Identity in the Borderland" during a lecture on June 22, 2018. The event was sponsored by the Center for Intermarium Studies and the Kosciuszko Chair of Polish Studies at IWP. *The views in this lecture do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office of Senator Chuck Grassley or The Institute of World Politics.* About the lecture: The presentation discusses the historical roots of the east-west divide in Ukraine, currently being exploited by Putin's Russia. It describes the conflicting worldviews and mentalities of eastern and western Ukrainians and suggest how they can be reconciled going forward. About the speaker: James A. Rice is the Legislative Director for U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa, for whom he has worked since June 2000. In this role, James serves as the chief advisor to Senator Grassley on foreign policy matters, including in Senator Grassley’s capacity as co-chair of the Senate Baltic Freedom Caucus. James’s previous professional experience includes positions in the Iowa Senate, an internship with the British Conservative Party, and work on various political campaigns. James received a B.A. from Drake University with majors in political science and history and is pursuing an M.A. in Statecraft and International Affairs at the Institute of World Politics. He is a native of Davenport, Iowa.