The impact of xenophobia on Türkiye's economy

Eyl 17 2023, Pazar

Recently, especially through social media, racism and xenophobia have been on the rise, and their expected and targeted impact is becoming evident. The intended effect is not just to instill a sense of hatred among Turks towards Arabs, but more importantly, it aims to distance Arab tourism and capital investments from Türkiye. Tourism is one of Türkiye's most significant sources of income and an essential export item. Türkiye's industry has gradually developed to become a significant export source,

Nationalism's surprising trajectory

Ağu 30 2023, Çarşamba

The 83rd issue of "Tezkire Magazine" was published under this title, where in an atmosphere discussing the continuous rise of nationalism, the concept of "rise" is invoked with more informal meanings to draw attention to different dimensions of the phenomenon. The news of nationalism's ascent prompts everyone, from politicians to artists, merchants to academics, to either invest in nationalist sentiments or, in other words, rush to secure their stake in nationalist sentiments. In fact, it's almost

When and how did the French become French?

Tem 09 2023, Pazar

Protests that turned France into a battlefield last week inevitably brought up the issue of immigration, albeit in different contexts and concerns. Türkiye also received its share of this agenda. An event of this magnitude contains dimensions that require everyone to learn a certain lesson. In fact, such incidents provide an opportunity for individuals to recognize and rectify their own mistakes, and to get their own affairs in order. However, more often than not, these opportunities are wasted

Who is setting Paris ablaze?

Tem 05 2023, Çarşamba

"Paris is burning again." Being associated with this headline has become somewhat of a fate for Paris in recent times. The protests that have been happening regularly are now showcasing images of a burning Paris to the world. Protests that started in the suburbs of France almost five years ago and then spread throughout the country in waves occasionally resurface. The form, causes, social dynamics, and political consequences of these protests have been extensively analyzed. Even among the movements

The charisma equation: success, victory, and Erdogan's legacy

Haz 03 2023, Cumartesi

After the elections, as expected, all the factors that led to success, such as accurate decisions, candidates, and rhetoric, come to the forefront, while all the faults, flaws, shortcomings, and mistakes of those who failed are highlighted. This is the result of all victories, conquests, and achievements. It involves both psychological and sociological outcomes and influences (Surah Al-Fath). The mistakes, flaws, shortcomings, and wrongdoings of those who come out successful in the game are not

'Erdogan won again'

May 15 2023, Pazartesi

So, what does this mean? You can't understand it from the social media platforms filled with trolls who have no real identity, from the surveys filled with wishes and orders rather than reality, and from the noise of the clowns who overpower all voices because they are the loudest. The Türkiye portrayed by all these platforms is different, while the Türkiye depicted by the election ballot boxes reflecting the most accurate survey results is completely different. As of 22:20, when I started writing

Coups and Democracy: how anti-democratic forces seek to control the election process in Türkiye

May 10 2023, Çarşamba

The institution of elections, which has provided a genuine avenue for citizen participation in governance through free and fair voting since 1950, has become an area of complete hopelessness for those accustomed to governing the people despite the people. Therefore, the desperate and inadequate but equally ambitious elitists of democracy have resorted to other ways of realizing their desire for power. As the usual ways of democracy seemed too exhausting and hopeless for them, they have degraded

The power of deeds versus the allure of 'you have my word' populism

May 08 2023, Pazartesi

In democracy, elections are the greatest power of the people, the greatest opportunity for participation and joint ownership. And perhaps Türkiye is one of the most advanced countries in the world when it comes to protecting this power, this opportunity, this right of its citizens. I don't know if there's another country with a voter turnout rate that exceeds 90 percent. Even in countries considered advanced democracies, turnout is often below 50 percent. In some Middle Eastern societies where elections

The hypocrisy of those who speak of "Democracy" without shame

May 06 2023, Cumartesi

The upcoming elections in Türkiye have far-reaching consequences that extend beyond the country itself, affecting many global power centers. It's not surprising that these centers are taking a keen interest in Türkiye's election. Just as we have our own preferences for elections in countries like the United States, France, Germany, and the UK, we also hope that Türkiye will elect leaders who are more favorable to our interests. However, we must recognize that we do not have the right to interfere

Different campaign strategies in Türkiye's 2023 election cycle

Nis 27 2023, Perşembe