Proposed Turkish extremism laws would target critical journalists, politicians and academics
Turkey articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Turkey. Regional turmoil and ongoing repression of the Kurdish minority remain contentious challenges. Occupy Turkey protests challenged the government in 2013. Also take a look at our articles on Occupy Turkey.
Turkish Newspaper Seizure is Another Disaster For Freedom
The ever increasing crackdown on freedom of the press in the strategically important country of Turkey that could have devastating results for the democratic world
Confrontation With Kurds Threatens Turkish Democracy
Turkish democracy at risk during its continued fight against Kurdish groups after peace talks
Are Turkish Elections Heading Country Toward Dictatorship?
The President should adhere to real democratic principles where people have the right to voice their opinion even if it happens to be different than the government.
What Will Happen After the Latest Turkish Snap Elections?
Leftists, liberals and minorities line up against ruling party for Sunday’s Turkish snap elections
Kurdish Lobbyists Descend on Capitol Hill
Conflict and regional discord has brought unprecedented numbers of Kurdish lobbyists to Washington
Turkish Media Crackdown is Return to Dark Days
Arrests, government raids and anonymous threats have spiked during the Turkish media crackdown
Star Wars Jedi Religion is New Target of Turkey Censors
Something definitely wrong when Jedi religion becomes an issue of national political controversy
Turkish Journalism Crackdown Snags America’s Vice News
Growing concerns about fresh Turkish journalism crackdown ahead of controversial national polls
Contentious November Election Set by Turkey’s Erdogan
Destabilized Turkey’s Erdogan calls snap election to redraw government after major turn in policy