Publication: Diagnosing trends and determinants in public support for Turkey's EU membership
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Kentmen, Cigdem
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Despite scholarly interest in the process of Turkey's candidacy for European Union (EU) membership, what is missing in the literature is a detailed examination of Turkish public opinion on the issue. Using Turkish Election Surveys, Eurobarometer surveys and International Social Survey Programme data, we test whether economic considerations, support for democracy, attachment to national identity and religiosity affect Turkish individuals' attitudes towards Turkey's EU membership. Perceived national economic conditions and national identity have a negative impact while satisfaction with democracy is positively linked to support for EU membership. Contrary to expectations, religion exerts no significant influence over membership preferences.
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Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Political science, Social issues
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South European Society And Politics
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10.1080/13608746.2011.598348