European Union hypocrisy over Turkey and Islam
Burhan Gurdogan — February 17, 2010 0 Comments
Denied Support to the Refah Party (Welfare Party) As far as we know, the origin of the ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey (AKP), is actually the Refah Party, who previously held the position. This political party was closed by the constitutional court on January 16, 1998, on grounds of being at the center [...]
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The Swiss people, at a crossroads, vote on immigration reform
Natasha Proietto — January 22, 2009 5 Comments
On February 8th the Swiss people will have a referendum on whether to open up bilateral accords with Romania and Bulgaria. In this complex democracy, the debate is no divided along ideological lines, but the result will have massive implications for the future of the country.
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An interview: Tony Benn on the European Union, Islamic extremism, and Fidel
Matt Kennard — November 30, 2008 0 Comments
Former Energy Minister in the Harold Wilson government, and all-around British leftie symbol, Tony Benn, talks to Matt Kennard in a exclusive interview.