Routledge - The AKP Since Gezi Park: Moving to Regime Change

Explore the transformation of Turkish politics with this academic volume from Routledge. As the Justice and Development Party (AKP) has maintained its hold on power for over fifteen years, the political landscape has undergone significant shifts. This book examines the qualitative changes in Turkish governance, specifically focusing on the period following the first direct presidential election in 2014. Readers will gain insight into how the AKP has modified the political system and societal dynamics to maintain its electoral dominance. The text analyzes the path leading to the 2017 referendum and the subsequent move toward a presidential system. It provides a detailed look at how these changes opened the way for regime change in Turkey. This collection of key chapters is a necessary resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the evolution of South European society and politics.