Intra-Party Opposition in the AK Party
As journalists who closely follow Turkish politics, we are used to the inner debates and quests for new leaders within…
Imamoglu, Populism and the CHP
The CHP electorate will need to decide whether they want to continue with the populist Ekrem Imamoglu and his quasi-co-candidate…
Voter Apathy in Istanbul will Determine the Election Results
It is not an exaggeration to state that the support of people who did not vote in the March 31…
Istanbul Mayoral Elections (I): What Really Happened
For what or in spite of what did the AK Party and its ally MHP claim that the election was…
Istanbul Mayoral Elections (II): CHP for Democracy or Democracy for CHP?
The CHP is the only unrivaled political party in Turkey in objecting to the election results. Since 1946, when the…
Will Populism or Public Service Prevail in Istanbul?
Winning Istanbul’s mayoral elections is almost equal to winning Turkey’s elections. Therefore, political discourses to be deployed during Istanbul’s re-run…
Change of Game in Turkish Politics: The New Political Blocs
Centralizing and de-centralizing dynamics existing side-by-side create a complex situation for the present and future of Turkish politics.
How CHP’s Discourse Changed After the Decision to Re-run Elections in Istanbul
The objection and criticism to YSK’s decision should not reach to the dimensions that would harm the corporate identity of…
The Cancellation of Istanbul Elections: What’s Next?
Istanbul will go to the polls in a closely contested election on June 23. Since the difference between the votes…
The Turkish Youth: A New Game Changer in Turkish Politics?
Now it is crucial for parties to design their programs and election campaigns according to the socio-economic transformation of young…
A Tale of Two Erdogans: How The West Went Rogue on Turkey
Whilst Erdoğan and the AK party have not changed in their ideology and overall mission for the country, western powers…
Will Ekrem Imamoglu Follow CHP Politics or Erdogan’s Footsteps?
Will İmamoğlu, a high-profile CHP politician now, perform Friday prayer with congregation on Fridays? If so, will Kemalist intellectuals and…
Are Electoral Alliances a Determinant of the March 31 Elections?
Turkey’s local election results show that the electoral volatility among alliances was very low. Two alliance blocs kept their votes…
Turkey’s CHP is Reminiscent of the Far-Right in Europe
Despite several confusing trends, it is a weird fact that Turkey’s main center-left political party, namely the main opposition Republican…
Populism on the Rise in Turkey
If the revival of the CHP in local governance brings back old habits, it will not be a surprise for…
What’s Happening in Istanbul?
It is obvious that the current discussions on the results in Istanbul will continue to remain high on the political…
The Age of Erdogan has Brought Stability and Political Flexibility to Turkey
From 2003 up until the present day, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has towered over Turkish politics and has been the most…
How to Understand the Dynamics Behind Turkey’s Election Results
In the upcoming days and perhaps weeks there are going to be discussions on why certain goals were achieved in…
