On 13th of May 2007, a few millions Turks have rallied in the city of Izmir to protest against any government plans to undermine Turkish secularism. Turkish flags of demonstrators created a full red scene .
I was proudly there to support secularism in Great Izmir Rally. It was a historical day and it was the largest crowd that I had ever witnessed. As we, the sons and daughters of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, stand on this land, the pro-islamist nonsecular governments and groups will never succeed. Turkey is and will always be secular!
Read the story at BBC News.
Read the story at NY Times.
More photographs from great Izmir rally:
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Wow, what a crowd, and nice shot for theme day.
ReplyDeleteWow! Fantastic shots - breathtaking.
ReplyDeleteThese are great photos. They really capture the energy and power of huge demonstrations.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, congratulations, congratulations!
ReplyDeleteYour post has to win as the most powerful of all on today's theme. Your photos and text are just so impressive and moving ! The determination of your people to remain secular is wonderful to see. I support you all the way. Congratulations to each and all individuals who went out of their way on that day to demonstrate their attachment to their values. Bravo !
Now this photo is 3 years old. How do you think your country has evolved in these three years?
ReplyDeleteDo you feel those secular values have been preserved?
What fantastic photos of a huge rally!
ReplyDeleteI have the same questions as Nathalie.
An amazing sea of red.
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What a sea of red this is! Great shots!
ReplyDeletethese photos were just waiting for today!
ReplyDeletevery powerful red for theme day.
ReplyDeleteIncredible photo! Great choice for the theme.
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