Can you believe a country with no unemployment, let alone an emerging economy like Turkey? What about only 1YTL ($1.25USD) for diesel fuel, is it possible? Well whether or not it's possible, that's exactly what some of the major politicians are promising.
CHP says they can stop the crisis of unemployment in this country, even though, they have not accomplished anything for years. MHP holds that they will get rid of the taxes which push up the cost of fuel, and the poor will be rich. They also have no legs to stand on from their past record. Conversely, AK Party promises to continue on the path they've been on since taking office in 2002.
Sorry if I offend some that say AK Party wants to implement Shari'a law; nevertheless, yes, I do support the AK Party because they have, in fact, shown their determination to do something good for the country. It matters not if a little money disappeared; the majority went into the country coffers versus the pockets of politicians.
Of course, you could always take another slant on the matter of voting. Carpetblogger understands more than she gives away by mentioning mere conveniences which rate in the voting tallies.
On Sunday, the Turkish people will put forth their vote for which election motto they believe. Even for the poor and undereducated, it shouldn't be too difficult to see the accomplishments of one party over another. I like sure bets, especially when anyone can see how much progress has been made in the country in the past few years.
Has not the economy been booming? From international investments and strong bank ratings to growth in the Turkish infrastructure, construction and foreign business sectors. All are good indicators of forward movement and like none seen before in Turkey.
According to People's Daily Online, 14 political parties will be represented in these elections held in 85 electoral zones with 81 provinces. Most parties you don't even know about because they're more the tribal leaders which are assured overwhelming votes.
In total, there are some 7,395 candidates which include 700 independents. Competition may seem stiff with over 42,533,000 eligible voters casting votes all over Turkey, but it'll be interesting to see how many actually turn out at the polls.
For sure hundreds of reporters from the world over will be witnessing these elections and reporting back to their people on what is happening in Turkey on voting day.
What will you do on July 22nd: Vote or post opinions to your blog? Surely, there could be nothing better. Feel free to cast your vote; no citizenship required.
Good post Bea.
I also don't understand the fear for 'sharia'.
The closer Turkey gets to the EU, the more freedom the Turkish people get.
Secondly, the AK party changed a alot, from labor laws to human rights.
I am a fan of Baskin Ohran. Hope he will make it to the Grant Assembly..
Posted by: Hans A.H.C. de Wit | Sunday, 22 July 2007 at 03:02 PM