Participation was boosted by widespread fears among secularists that the AKP had secret Islamists ambitions. And so, this marks Turkey’s sincere effort toward retaining Democracy, Liberty, & Modernity...(And, perhaps, talks with the EU.)
"Our democracy has successfully passed a test ... Our unity, democracy and the republic have emerged stronger from the ballot box," he said outside the AKP party's headquarters to fireworks and cheers of hundreds of supporters. Read moreErdogan's re-election had shown economic improvements in the last five years, as it maintained growth and attracted foreign investment… Will now work toward expanding individual rights!