The Presidential System in Turkey

Contributes to ongoing studies of the theoretical framework of government systems Analyzes the current parliamentary system in Turkey and explores alternative models as well Focuses on the historical process and perspectives of Turkish politics Makes comparative analyses of presidential systems in the United States, Latin American countries, and Turkey's proposed model

Autorentext
Battal Yilmaz is Associate Professor of Political Science at Ahi Evran University, Kirsehir, Turkey. His research focuses on Military Coups in Turkey, Electoral Systems, Political Parties, Legislative-Executive Relations, Party Presidency, and Presidential Systems.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Government Systems and Turkey.- 3. Historical Background of Presidential System in Turkey and a General Assessment of Justice and Development Party (JDP) Presidential System Proposal.- 4. Presidential Government System in Turkey.- 5. Conclusion.