Piotr Zalewski, The Economist's Turkey correspondent, discusses the high-stakes election that could reshape Turkey's political landscape, highlighting the challenges for both incumbent President Erdogan and his credible challenger. Erin Braun, covering the Hollywood writers' strike, reveals the deep frustrations writers face about compensation in the streaming era. She connects the current strikes to historical events, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for fair representation in the evolving entertainment industry. Tune in for insights on both topics!
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Turkey's Pivotal Election
Turkey's upcoming election is crucial, impacting global geopolitics and ideology.
The country faces an ideological crossroads as a NATO member with ties to China and Russia.
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Campaign Violence
Erdogan's campaign escalated with inflammatory rhetoric, accusing the opposition of terrorist links and LGBT ties.
Violence erupted, with Erdogan's supporters attacking a campaign bus, highlighting the tense political climate.
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Kılıçdaroğlu's Vision
Kılıçdaroğlu, despite a challenging start, appears confident about winning the election.
He aims to mend divisions, prioritize the economy, and restore rule of law.
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The Joy of Mixology
Gary Regan
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Imbibe!
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It is probably this year’s most important election—and for the first time in a long time, the country’s strongman leader has a plausible adversary. Our correspondent heads along to the Hollywood writers’ strike, finding an age-old conflict centred on the technologies that shape the film-and-television industry. And the books to read to become a better home bartender.
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