The May 27 Coup: An Attempt to Analyze Politics in Gramscian Terms
The Democrat Party which was overthrown in 1960 can be viewed as a party which was supported by the masses who are critical of the single-party era. Apart from political reasons, the structure of the military played a key role in the emergence of the 1960 coup d’état. What I attempt to do in this piece is to employ three of Gramsci’s terms / conceptualizations in analyzing Turkish politics before and after the 1960’s coup d’état.
Historical bloc refers to a particular period of time with a particular type of power configuration shaped both by economic and political factors. First of all, the term ‘hegemony’ can be a good starting point in analyzing Turkish politics just before the military intervention. The DP rule chose not to negotiate with the opposing forces in the parliament, by contrast, the DP leaders chose to establish special investigative committees (tahkikat komisyonu) in order to cope with the opposing forces.
Secondly, the term ‘historical bloc’ can be employed in order to understand what had happened after the coup. Thirdly, a look at the new constitution drafting process will help us while evaluating the role of the ‘organic intellectuals’ in analyzing Turkish politics of that time period. To put it in a nutshell it can be said that the events preceding and following the 1960 coup can be a good case study for applying Gramscian terms/conceptualizations in analyzing Turkish politics.
Read full article at Modern Diplomacy
Related News
The Venezuela Coup, 20 Years Later
On April 11, 2002, Venezuela’s democratically elected government, headed by Hugo Chávez Frías, was ousted in a military coup d’etat. Elements of the 2002 Venezuela coup playbook would also be repeated in many cases. The “self-proclaimed socialist” President Chávez (as international media loved to call him) that we remember now is really the post-coup Chávez. Despite its failure, the Venezuela coup fit a pattern for US-backed regime change efforts. “It
Arts Aid 2022 scholarships open until May 27
Arts Aid is inviting further applications for its 2022 scholarships, which must be submitted before May 27. (credit: IOM Arts Council)Manx students can still apply for financial assistance to study in the arts. Local charity Arts Aid is inviting further applications for its 2022 scholarships, which must be submitted before May 27. Applicants should have already applied for a suitable course, but it's not necessary to have a confirmed place.
How Australia became the 'coup capital' of the world in the 2010s
This lay at the heart of the caucus putsch against Rudd and then his ouster as Labor leader and prime minister by his former deputy, Julia Gillard – Australia’s first female prime minister – on June 24, 2010. Back at the Financial Review, Michael Stutchbury was appointed editor-in-chief in September 2011, and Paul Bailey the newspaper’s editor. Stutchbury had worked at the Financial Review before joining The Australian, where he
Letters To The Editor
If we don’t provide affordable Jewish education for every Jewish child, we are facing a new kind of Holocaust. Unfortunately, the families couldn’t afford to pay the high prices for their Jewish education. I don’t understand the negligence and the mindset of the people who run the Jewish school system. Do they truly think that the only children who deserve to go to a Jewish school are the very wealthy?
The Jewish Press - JewishPress.com
An Attempt To Rationalise Prof. Atugubas Public Lecture
Having postulated that “we all live a lie”, Professor Atuguba exonerated himself and proceeded with his “truth” about Ghana. I am compelled to agree with Professor Atuguba about the state of the Ghanaian economy. On page 16 of his lecture, Professor Atuguba tells Ghanaians that “we must not accept the lie that the current economic crisis is due to COVID-19”. However, in your conclusion, you say among other things that
Big Week
Arbor Day CelebrationFriday, April 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Park District of Oak Park (various locations)The celebration will take place in Taylor, Maple, Scoville, and Carroll parks and the Oak Park Conservatory. Purchase tickets at: https://wonder-works.org/2022-wonderivia/The Art of Alfred HitchcockThursday, April 28, 2-3 p.m., Oak Park Public Library, Main Library Veterans RoomBob Burton presents the films of Alfred Hitchcock, the master of suspense. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries
Man jailed in deputy's shooting death makes escape attempt
Hillary Levin/APCARLYLE, Ill. (AP) — A Kentucky man jailed in connection with the fatal shooting of an Illinois deputy and a subsequent carjacking in neighboring Missouri last year failed in an escape attempt, authorities said. Ray Tate, 40, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, escaped from his cell at the Jefferson County Justice Center early Sunday morning but was captured by Mount Vernon police, who had established a perimeter around the lockup, the
U.S. House lawmakers pass bill to impose sanctions over Myanmar coup
On Wednesday, House lawmakers passed a bill to impose further sanctions against those responsible for the coup. In response, the United States and democratic allies have repeatedly punished Myanmar junta leaders with targeted sanctions and import restrictions. A new position at the U.S. State Department will also be formed to promote an international response and enforce sanctions on Myanmar under the bill. Advertisement"It is time that the Burmese military is
NC Politics in the News - May 2022 #3
EducationWBTV: NC Safer Schools Task Force discusses gun violence education, preventionThe NC Safer Schools Task Force is preparing for new initiatives to keep weapons and violence out of schools. The task force is composed of students, teachers, parents, education leaders, law enforcement, and staff from the NC Department of Public Safety. GovernmentTHE CAROLINA JOURNAL: N.C. General Assembly opens short session with short to-do listThe N.C. General Assembly convened the 2022
Related FAQs
What are the 27 amendments in simple terms?
The 27 Amendments Simplified
The freedom of religion, speech, and to peacefully assemble together.The right to own a gun.The right to not house a solider.The right to not be searched or have something taken away within reason.The right to life, liberty, property, and no double jeopardy or self-incrimination. More info : What are the 27 amendments in simple terms?How do you play an ambassador in Coup?
Their way seems to be the correct way.
- You state you have the Ambassador.
- Resolve any challenges.
- If unchallenged or won challenge, you draw two cards.
- Mix up 2 drawn cards with your card(s).
- Return two cards to draw deck and shuffle deck.
- Continue to next player.
