| ID | 148258 |
| Title Proper | Rising competitive authoritarianism in Turkey |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Gumuscu, Sebnem ; Esen, Berk |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Since the Justice and Development Party (AKP) came to power in 2002 Turkey has undergone double regime transitions. First, tutelary democracy ended; second, a competitive authoritarian regime has risen in its stead. We substantiate this assertion with specific and detailed evidence from 2015 election cycles, as well as from broader trends in Turkish politics. This evidence indeed confirms that elections are no longer fair; civil liberties are being systematically violated; and the playing field is highly skewed in favour of the ruling AKP. The June 2015 election results and their aftermath further confirm that Turkey has evolved into a competitive authoritarian regime. |
| `In' analytical Note | Third World Quarterly Vol. 37, No.9; 2016: p.1581-1606 |
| Journal Source | Third World Quarterly VoL: 37 No 9 |
| Key Words | Democracy ; Turkey ; Elections ; AKP ; Competitive Authoritarianism ; Democratic Backsliding ; Authoritarian Retreat |