Author (Person) | Çarkoğlu, Ali |
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Series Title | Insight Turkey |
Series Details | Vol.16, No.2, Spring 2014, p99-109 |
Publication Date | May 2014 |
ISSN | 1302-177X |
Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog |
Abstract: The March 2014 local elections in Turkey did not drastically alter electoral balances in Turkey. The AK Party maintained its predominant position, despite loosing some electoral support. The opposition gained some support but not enough to challenge the incumbent party’s tenure. Despite apparent gains for the CHP, it appears that the most significant vote increase was obtained by the nationalist MHP. Yet, both opposition parties remain far from imposing a credible challenge to the AK Party in future elections. These results are likely to lure PM Erdoğan into running for president. Such a decision is likely to further polarize the country and result in negative electoral campaigns for the presidential elections. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.insightturkey.com/one-down-two-more-to-go-electoral-trends-in-the-aftermath-of-the-march-2014-municipality-elections/articles/1431 |
Countries / Regions | Turkey |