23.03.2025 21:50
A highly discussed comment regarding the arrest of Ekrem İmamoğlu came from historian Prof. Dr. İlber Ortaylı. He stated, "Forty-five years ago, all political figures who were arrested during the coup later returned to power. Demirel, Ecevit, Baykal. Our people have never forgotten when respect was not shown for the ballot box and the elected; they responded at the first opportunity at the polls. Years go by, but the methods do not change."
There was a striking statement from historian Prof. Dr. İlber Ortaylı regarding the arrest of Ekrem İmamoğlu in the corruption investigation. Ortaylı emphasized that we are experiencing historic days and that those who come to power through elections should leave through elections.
ORTAYLI: THOSE WHO COME THROUGH ELECTIONS SHOULD LEAVE THROUGH ELECTIONS
In a statement made on his Instagram account, Ortaylı said: "Forty-five years ago, all political figures arrested during the coup later returned to power. Demirel, Ecevit, Baykal… Our people never forget when respect is not shown to the ballot and the elected; they respond at the ballot box at the first opportunity. Years go by, but the methods do not change. We are again experiencing historic days. The public is following the vote they cast and the leaders they chose, and they are sending a very clear message: Those who come through elections should leave through elections.
"THE COUNTRY'S POLITICAL LIFE IS CONFINED TO A FEW PROVINCES"
Today, society is tense, young people are restless, and worried about the future. The increasing political polarization and uncertainty are making the question "What will happen to me?" increasingly dominant in the minds of young people. The country's political life is confined to a few provinces, from municipalities to central government. Regionalism, although it may seem legal, relies on unacceptable levels of local partisan tendencies and strong nepotism.
"THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUNG PEOPLE IS AT STAKE"
What about the young people living in other cities, who have studied for years, learned foreign languages, and developed themselves? What will happen to the efforts, hopes, and rights of these children? The future of young people must be secured; the bureaucracy and justice system must regain the trust of the public. It is not necessary to wait for major crises to occur for this. Necessary regulations and reforms should be implemented immediately. This issue is not just a matter for a political party, the government, or the opposition; it is directly a national issue. The future of our children and young people is at stake. And this issue is a shared responsibility for all of us."