Columbia's Phillips: Turkish Coup Organized, Has Support

The transcript discusses the attempted coup in Turkey, highlighting the potential for violence and the divided public opinion on President Erdogan. It examines the political polarization in Turkey, the ruling party's election strategies, and the tactics used during the coup, such as media control and infrastructure shutdown. The tension between the military and the Islamist government is explored, noting the military's traditional role as a secular force and the government's efforts to replace secular elites with Islamist allies.

What percentage of the vote did the ruling Justice and Development Party receive in the June 7 elections?

• 60%

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

Which of the following is NOT a typical action taken during a coup?

• Arresting potential opponents

• Taking over the media

• Closing transportation infrastructure

• Holding public elections

What was one of the actions taken during the coup attempt in Turkey?

• Releasing political prisoners

• Blocking bridges

• Broadcasting on NTV

• Opening the airspace

What is the traditional role of the military in Turkey?

• Support Islamist political leaders

• Champion secularism

• Promote economic reforms

• Facilitate international trade

What was Erdogan's strategy regarding the military and security establishment?

• Strengthening secular elites

• Installing Islamist cohorts

• Reducing military budget

• Increasing military presence in politics