Erdogan's Academic Autocracy: A Threat to Knowledge and Freedom Recep Tayyip Erdogan's rise to power in Turkey has been accompanied by a stark erosion of democratic institutions and an increasing emphasis on autocratic control.
This trend is evident not only in the realm of politics but also in education, where Erdogan's government has implemented policies aimed at suppressing dissenting voices and enforcing ideological conformity.
Understanding Erdogan's Rise to Power Erdogan's ascent to leadership was facilitated by his charismatic appeal and his ability to tap into Turkey's nationalist sentiment.