Daughter of Sırrı Süreyya Önder reacts to Kılıçdaroğlu: 'I couldn't remain silent because you have no shame...'
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ceren Önder Kandemir criticized Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu for his remarks on lifting parliamentary immunity.
- Kılıçdaroğlu stated he had no regrets about removing immunity.
- Kandemir, daughter of the late DEM Party figure Sırrı Süreyya Önder, expressed strong disapproval of Kılıçdaroğlu's stance.
Ceren Önder Kandemir, daughter of the late DEM Party politician Sırrı Süreyya Önder, has sharply criticized Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. Her reaction came after Kılıçdaroğlu stated he did not regret the decision to lift parliamentary immunities.
Kandemir directed harsh words at Kılıçdaroğlu, expressing her dismay and disagreement with his position. She felt compelled to speak out due to Kılıçdaroğlu's apparent lack of remorse, stating, "I couldn't remain silent because you have no shame..."
The controversy centers on the removal of parliamentary immunity, a move that has drawn significant attention and debate. Kılıçdaroğlu's reaffirmation of this decision, without expressing regret, has clearly angered Kandemir, who feels a strong sense of injustice.
Her public criticism highlights the ongoing political tensions and differing perspectives surrounding the issue of parliamentary immunity in Turkey. Kandemir's statement underscores the deep divisions and the emotional weight attached to these political decisions, particularly for those connected to figures like her late father.
I couldn't remain silent because you have no shame...
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.