Turkey: how bad is it

[abomvubuso]

The string of terror attacks and the gradual amping up of authoritarianism of the Erdogan regime may've been perceived as Turkey's main problems, but in truth, their woes are economic first and foremost. Do bear with me.

The Turkish economy has registered a 1.8% slump for the 3rd quarter of last year, and the forecasts are even grimmer for the

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[airiefairie]

Erdogan is currently using classic distraction methods, trying to deliberately stir up tensions with Germany and some of his neighbours. These tactics only tend to work up to a point, but there comes a time when they become useless.

[dreamville_bg]

Meanwhile in Trumplandia:

Michael Flynn Discloses His Lobbying Might Have Helped Turkey
http://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/michael-flynn-disclosed-his-lobbying-might-have-helped-turkey-n731056