They left no hope in the people
Policy Service
The government, which has dragged the country into destruction in every aspect, has left the public with no hope. While financial hardship, the demand for justice, and the expectation of merit have overtaken all other concerns, the public has lost all hope for the future. In addition to the deepening economic crisis, citizens have also been plunged into a deep pessimism regarding the judiciary and freedom of expression . The results of a survey conducted by GÜNDEMAR Research with 2,235 people in 60 provinces reveal society's perspective on the future.
Fifty-five percent of survey participants cited the economy, unemployment, and inflation as Türkiye's biggest problems. Following the economy, 11 percent cited issues of law, justice, and judicial independence, followed by corruption, nepotism, and incompetence at 10 percent. Social issues such as migration and polarization, however, are overshadowed by the economic crisis. While large segments of society prioritize financial hardship as their top priority, the demand for justice and the expectation of merit are also among the key themes that emerge.
70% of respondents believe Turkey is generally getting worse. Only 25% say the country is getting better. This finding points to widespread dissatisfaction and hopelessness among the public . Meanwhile, 49% of AKP voters believe Turkey is getting better, while 48% say it's getting worse.
ECONOMIC TRANSITIONAssessments of the economic outlook in Türkiye are also quite harsh. 76 percent of respondents believe the economy is deteriorating. Only 21 percent say the economic situation is improving. 56 percent of AKP voters also say the economy is deteriorating. This figure rises to 67 percent among MHP voters. According to the survey, the "financial hardship" that has become a common issue across society reveals widespread distrust of economic policies.
Foreign policy views are also negative, with 62 percent of respondents saying foreign policy is getting worse and 32 percent saying it's getting better.
FREEDOM OF EXPRESSIONTwo in three people complain about the deterioration. 67 percent of respondents believe that freedom of expression and democratic rights are deteriorating in Türkiye. Only 29 percent say they are "getting better." Only among AKP voters do they see improvements in democratic rights. This figure is relatively high, with 58 percent of AKP voters and 34 percent of MHP voters. Eighty-seven percent of CHP voters, and 78 percent of DEM Party voters, as the initiative process continues, say democratic rights are deteriorating.
TRUST IN THE JUDICIARYThe vast majority of the public has a negative view of the judicial system. 71 percent of respondents say the judicial and justice system is deteriorating, while only 26 percent say it is "getting better."
According to the research firm's assessment, the overall results of the survey indicate that broad segments of society in Türkiye are united around fundamental issues such as the economic crisis, a lack of justice, and incompetence. While significant pessimism and a desire for change are evident in society, these negative aspects are not entirely denied even within the current ruling party. There is widespread dissatisfaction, particularly regarding the economy, the judiciary, and democratic rights. The struggle to make ends meet, the pursuit of justice, and meritocracy stand out as three themes that most clearly summarize Türkiye's current sociological and political climate.
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