CHP's Genç Hears Citizens' Outcry in Amasya: 'Farmers and Shopkeepers Can't Make Ends Meet'

Our representative, Aşkın Genç, has brought to light the severe economic struggles faced by the people of Amasya during his fieldwork. The accounts from local shopkeepers and farmers paint a grim picture: they are not just struggling to make ends meet, but are fighting to stay afloat. The imposition of exorbitant fines, coupled with the skyrocketing costs of essential agricultural inputs like diesel fuel and fertilizer, has pushed many to the brink. One shopkeeper expressed his frustration, likening the fines to extortion, while a farmer lamented that the price of diesel has doubled, and fertilizer costs have become unbearable, leaving them with little hope for profitability. This situation is not unique to Amasya; it reflects a national crisis where citizens are increasingly burdened by debt. As Aşkın Genç pointed out, personal loans and credit card debt have reached astronomical figures, and the cost of living, particularly for food and fuel, continues to climb relentlessly. The agricultural sector, the backbone of our nation, is in dire straits, with farmers unable to sustain production. This is a critical issue that demands immediate attention, as the livelihoods of countless families depend on the viability of our farmers and small business owners.

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BİM’in önünde durmuşum 10 dakika, şu para cezasına bak, 1240 TL… 10 dakika ya… Haraç bu başka bir şey değil. Bunaldık artık yeter. Köylü de mağdur, herkes mağdur yani. Nasıl çözülecek, nasıl olacak? Bizde bu hata da. Böyle insanları seçip başımıza getirdik.