Harsh Statement from Ümit Kocasakal on National Identity

Republican Power Unity Alliance Candidate Prof. Dr. Ümit Kocasakal made a striking statement regarding national identity debates. Kocasakal's question "Why can't you say Turkish?" on social belonging and Turkish identity. He mobilized the political agenda with his question.

This statement, which came at a time when identity debates intensified in the political arena, had a wide impact on the public. In his evaluation, Kocasakal placed himself at the center of the discussion by drawing attention to the way social unity and national values ​​are expressed.