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Türkiye’s Darkest Hour
June 1, 2026 The “darkest hour” captures a moment when things are at their worst. Türkiye’s 1950 general election, which brought the Democratic Party (DP) to power, was a major step toward democracy. During the twenty-seven years, a very short … Continue reading
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An Election to Determine Türkiye’s Identity and Future
May 4, 2023 On May 14, Türkiye will hold what can only be defined as “the last exit to democracy” presidential and parliamentary elections. The AKP has been in power for two decades. Its early years in power inspired cautious … Continue reading
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