| ID | 131458 |
| Title Proper | Modelling' for democracy |
| Other Title Information | Turkey's historical issues with freedom of speech |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Alemdar, Zeynep |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Although Turkey has come a long way in terms of human rights since the 1980 military coup, a closer historical look inside the Turkish political scene shows us how freedom of speech was always to be sacrificed if its exercise threatened the perceived unity of the country. The article shows how decision makers' perceptions of the state as a superior institution in need of protection have shaped the practice of governing free speech in Turkey since the early years of the Republic, and introduces a unique chronology, accounting for the interaction of internal and external influences. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle Eastern Studies Vol.50, No.4; July 2014: p.568-588 |
| Journal Source | Middle Eastern Studies Vol.50, No.4; July 2014: p.568-588 |
| Key Words | Turkey ; Turkish Politics ; Historical Look ; Human Rights ; Military Coups ; Historical Aspects ; Social Protection ; Historical Issue ; Democracy ; Internal Influence ; External Influence ; Chronology ; Political Landscape |