NEW Party calls for members, promising direct election of leaders
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The NEW Party (YENİ Parti) announced that its district chairs, provincial chairs, and party leader will be directly elected by members.
- The party aims to give members a direct say in leadership and decision-making processes.
- Interested individuals are encouraged to join the party by August 26 to participate in the upcoming elections.
The newly formed YENİ Parti (NEW Party) has announced a significant shift in its internal governance structure, declaring that all leadership positions, from district and provincial chairs to the party's general leader, will be directly elected by its members. This move aims to empower the party's base and ensure that decision-making power rests with the broader membership.
In a statement shared on its social media accounts, the party emphasized its commitment to member participation. "In our party, both the word and the decision belong directly to our members!" the announcement read. "All members of our NEW Party will cast their votes when electing the district chair, the provincial chair! They will personally elect the General Leader!"
The party has issued a call to action, urging potential members to join before August 26. "Come, become a member by August 26; have a say in tomorrow's government!" the statement encouraged, framing membership as an opportunity to influence the party's future direction and potential rise to power.
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.