How Erdogan broke Turkey's democracy
Battle Lines
Youth Protests and Political Turmoil in Turkey
This chapter examines the recent youth-led protests in Turkey against President Erdogan's regime, focusing on the aspirational and disillusioned sentiments of young people. It highlights the emergence of a popular opposition figure, Ekrem Imamoglu, and the political tensions surrounding his arrest, which many see as an attempt to stifle dissent. The discourse captures the intertwining factors of localized protest dynamics, societal divisions, and the impact of governmental suppression on the aspirations of a generation seeking change.
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