Friday, August 29, 2014

Treason becomes routine accusation in Turkey - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East

Treason becomes routine accusation in Turkey

Treason is a loaded word, but new Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has made it a habit over the years to accuse anyone critical of his policies with treason. He did the same Aug. 27 in his farewell speech to his Justice and Development Party (AKP) members and used the word “treason” 12 times, accusing the opposition, the Gulenists and the judiciary.

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