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Why We Are Polarized?

1 week ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

Ezra Klein’s Why We Are Polarized is one of the rare works that tries to explain why contemporary American politics is so deeply divided. Though Klein is best known as a journalist, in this book he skillfully blends personal experiences with academic and historical data to present a compelling analysis of the polarized political climate in the U.S. today. The central question of the book is this: Why has American society become so polarized?
Which Side Will the U.S. Take in a Turkey-Israel Conflict?

2 weeks ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

Recent praise from U.S. President Donald Trump for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has exposed a growing rift between Washington and Israel over their respective policies on Syria and Turkey. That divide is bringing Israel’s long-standing security concerns in Syria back to the forefront.
Who Killed Sümeyra?

2 weeks ago | politurco.com | Ahmet Kurucan

Sümeyra has departed for her eternal home. She was a 15-year-old girl in Turkey. She was both a sister and a mother to her two siblings. She had epilepsy. But it wasn’t her illness that killed her — it was the tyranny of the Turkey’s AKP that roams freely in this country, the massive injustice, the lack of conscience, and the human tragedy that took her life. This is not an ordinary death. On the contrary, it’s murder.
Greenland: The Chessboard of the U.S. and China in the North

4 weeks ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance’s recent statements have once again highlighted their growing interest in Greenland and its strategic importance. President Trump has stated that bringing Greenland under U.S. control is necessary for “international security,” while Vice President Vance has emphasized that the Trump administration will do “whatever it takes” to secure control over the region.
Turkey’s Political Crossroads: The İmamoğlu Crisis and the Path Ahead

1 month ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu marks a pivotal moment that could reshape Turkey’s political landscape. This is not just a legal case against a popular opposition figure; it is deeply intertwined with Turkey’s economic crisis, regional tensions, and shifting global dynamics. While President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s move aims to suppress dissent, it also carries significant long-term risks for his own rule.
Elon Musk and Mars Colonization: A Safety Net for Humanity or an Escape for the Elites?

1 month ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

Is Elon Musk’s dream of settling on Mars truly a hope for the future of humanity, or is it merely an escape plan for an elite group seeking refuge from potential disasters on Earth? Wernher von Braun, a fascinating scientist known for his work on rocket technology in Nazi Germany, later emigrated to the United States and laid the foundations for NASA’s rocket program. Beyond his scientific contributions, von Braun also authored a novel with a character named Elon.
Ukraine’s War: A Battlefield for American Interests?

1 month ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has long been framed as a struggle for Ukrainian sovereignty and independence. However, recent events, particularly the tense Oval Office exchange where U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance openly criticized President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggest a more complex reality—one where Ukraine is not merely fighting for its survival but also advancing American geopolitical interests in weakening Russia’s global influence.
J.D. Vance, Hillbilly Elegy, and Anti-European Sentiment: Trauma, Identity, and Criticism of the Elite

2 months ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, speaking at the Munich Security Conference, stated that freedom of speech in Europe is declining and that this poses an internal threat to the security of the West. Vance accused European leaders of censoring their citizens’ views, criticizing Germany’s “brandmauer” (firewall) policy against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
Crisis in U.S. Justice: Is Separation of Powers Under Threat?

2 months ago | politurco.com | Aydogan Vatandas

The U.S. Department of Justice’s decision to drop corruption and bribery charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams has raised serious concerns about the erosion of the principle of separation of powers in the country. This decision has sparked widespread debates regarding judicial independence and executive interference in legal proceedings.
Time for Hamas to Disappear

Jan 16, 2025 | politurco.com | Cumali önal

The long-awaited news to halt Israel’s genocide in Gaza, ongoing for over 15 months, has finally arrived. The agreement, negotiated during days of talks in Qatar, is expected to alleviate the suffering of millions of Palestinians and provide relief to Israeli families whose loved ones have been held hostage by Hamas. The details of the deal have now been shared with the global public.