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Turkey’s Fragile Democracy Under Siege
Turkey's crucial role in the Middle East may be changing after the failed coup against President Erdogan. The team sent to assassinate him hasn't been found yet. We hear about potential repercussions for NATO and the United States.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenTurkey's crucial role in the Middle East may be changing after the failed coup against President Erdogan. The team sent to assassinate him hasn't been found yet. We hear about potential repercussions for NATO and the United States.
Also, President Obama slams Donald Trump's view of America. Later on the program, Donald Trump from, "Morning in America" to a dark and stormy night.
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3 storiesObama Slams Trump's View of America
President Obama said today he didn't have time to watch the Republican convention, but he did have a response to Donald Trump's dark and stormy vision of contemporary America.
Read the story7 minAfter the Coup in Turkey: A State of Emergency
Since the failed coup just a week ago, Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has rounded up some 10,000 soldiers, academics and government workers. A more extended purge is expected, even as Turkish officials reassure NATO allies it will continue to meet international obligations.
Read the story33 minRepublican Convention Wrap-Up
Donald Trump's vision of America is a major departure from the traditional sunniness of the GOP. The Republican Party may be sharply divided, but delegates on the convention floor last night were enthusiastic about Trump's dark vision of contemporary America.
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