Rebirth Party Chairman and Minister of Public Works and Transportation, Erhan Arıklı, has addressed the recent election results, stating that although it may appear as a loss of votes, it is not. Arıklı emphasized that the three political parties in power received a total of 50 percent of the votes, indicating that the government has almost received a vote of confidence and will continue on its path.
Arıklı expressed his opinion that despite the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) winning a seat belonging to the opposition, the fact that three parties collectively secured 50 percent of the vote means that the CTP has actually lost. He dismissed the notion that increasing the number of deputies from 18 to 19 for the CTP would have any significant impact.
During a live broadcast on BRT, Arıklı reflected on his previous statements made during the election campaign, highlighting that millions of liras were spent on an election that would not significantly affect the country’s politics. He also pointed out the low turnout rate, attributing it to the economic conditions in which the elections were held. Arıklı revealed that at least 50 million TL was raised for the election, with approximately 30 million TL coming from the state’s coffers.
Arıklı argued that increasing the number of deputies for the CTP would not bring about any substantial change. He suggested that alternative approaches, such as postponing the election or reaching a consensus on different methods of conducting it, should have been considered.
Regarding the election itself, Arıklı noted that it took place between two organized political parties, emphasizing the competition to attract more voters to the polls.
Assessing the vote share of his own party, Arıklı acknowledged that they could have achieved better results. He attributed the lower turnout to factors such as many of their voters returning to Turkey on June 1, others going to the highlands, and some embarking on pilgrimages.
Arıklı concluded by stating that despite appearances, the election results were not a waste of votes. He emphasized that the three ruling parties receiving 50 percent of the votes meant that the CTP had lost, despite winning a seat from the opposition. Arıklı declared that the government has almost received a vote of confidence and will continue its work. He emphasized the need for action and stated that there will be no elections for the next 2.5-3 years, urging the focus to shift towards implementing their agenda. Arıklı highlighted that there was no significant drop in the vote share of the three ruling parties, indicating their continued support from the public.
What are some of the challenges that Arıklı acknowledges, and how does he express confidence in the government’s ability to overcome them
Oadcast, Arıklı also addressed the importance of unity within the government. He stated that the Rebirth Party will continue to work closely with the National Unity Party (UBP) and the People’s Party (HP) to ensure stability and progress in the country.
Arıklı acknowledged that there are challenges ahead, but he expressed confidence in the government’s ability to overcome them. He highlighted the government’s achievements in areas such as infrastructure development and transportation, and stressed the importance of continuing these efforts for the benefit of the people.
The Rebirth Party Chairman also emphasized the need for cooperation and dialogue with the opposition. He stated that the government is open to hearing different perspectives and is committed to working together for the betterment of the country.
Arıklı concluded his remarks by reiterating his belief that the recent election results should not be seen as a loss, but rather as an opportunity for the government to continue its work and fulfill its promises to the people. He expressed his gratitude to the voters for their support and vowed to work tirelessly to bring about positive change in the country.
It seems that the ruling political parties may need to address concerns raised by the other half of voters in order to gain a stronger vote of confidence from the public.