YENİ Parti Criticized for Supporting 'Framework Law' Linked to PKK Disarmament

The article fiercely criticizes the YENİ Parti's stance on a "framework law" concerning the PKK's disarmament, labeling their "HAVET (Hayır ama Evet ya da Yetmez ama Evet)" (No, but Yes, or Not Enough, but Yes) position as a betrayal of Atatürkist and republican values. Party officials reportedly believe this vote won't significantly impact voter perception, stating the public will assess developments holistically and that the "yes" vote was for "disarmament, no more şehit news, no mother's tears."

The author dismisses this justification, accusing the party of resorting to distortion by implying that those who voted against the law desire mothers to weep. The piece asserts that even non-politicians recognize the framework law as part of a "major imperialist operation" and that it's impossible for YENİ Parti officials to be unaware of the potential devastation from releasing PKK terrorists and the ruling party's political and neo-Ottoman ambitions.

The article laments the decline of the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM), once described by Atatürk as the "People's Organization." It highlights the unprecedented claim that a law was drafted solely by Erdoğan, MİT President İbrahim Kalın, and PKK leader Öcalan before being rushed to parliament. The author criticizes the "so-called opposition" for overwhelmingly supporting the government's "game" instead of rejecting the "insult" of a law prepared with Öcalan.

By approving a law deemed unconstitutional by legal experts, the article argues that those who voted "yes" have forfeited their right to accuse the government of violating the constitution or laws. The author points to an apparent "bargain," suggesting the framework law's passage necessitates DEM Parti's support for constitutional amendments and the presidency. The piece concludes by contrasting this situation with the role of bar associations in upholding the rule of law while the Turkish Bar Association (TBB) remains silent.