Youth swapped for age

  • 2003-04-17
  • Steven Paulikas
VILNIUSThe replacement of Vilnius Mayor Arturas Zuokas by a relatively obscure political figure on April 9 came as a shock to most Lithuanians.The 34-year-old Zuokas has gained widespread popularity not only in the capital but around the country for policies that have been perceived as innovative and forward-thinking.In addition to presiding over an unprecedented boom in the construction of new office blocks, hotels and residential units, Zuokas experimented with unique policies aimed at making the city more livable and personable. The mayor installed a 24-hour Web cam in his office, the f...
 
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