Turkey's Election: The Fate of Erdogan and the Country's Future

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Turkey's Election: The Fate of Erdogan and the Country's Future
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces a united opposition in Sunday's election that threatens his grip on power. The election will determine whether Turkey can return to democratic rule or will continue its path toward an autocracy. Erdogan is credited with expanding the Turkish middle class, but economic troubles and alleged corruption have eroded his standing. His stance on religion has also played a role in dividing the country. Erdogan has attempted to hold on to power by going after his opponents and centralizing the government around himself. Going into Sunday's election, Erdogan and his main opponent, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, are neck and neck in the polls.

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