Civilian rule has done a great deal for Turkey, and Erdogan was very much a part of that. EditorialIt is easy to point fingers at other people and not look at your own conduct. He should not expect to ride on the back of others for his political agenda.In a way, the coup was a blessing in disguise for Erdogan. Yes, Erodgan is leading an "Islamist" party - the Justice and Development Party. The people's opposition to military rule does not mean they want Erdogan to be an emperor.The same could be said about the misleading argument that the general public came out against the coup in full force because they were supporting an Islamist government.

Source: The Nation Bangkok July 30, 2016 18:00 UTC