Tencere Tava Havasi / Sound of Pots and Pans
In Istanbul the clock strikes nine again and the silent protests turn into an uproarious fellowship movement. Since the beginning
Read MoreThe Turkish word “çapul” has many meanings, including pillage; rage; plunder and booty to spoil; foray; root; and maraud, according to the Tureng online translation service. It’s unclear exactly where the term originated, but it might be a reference to Erdogan’s description of protesters as “looters.” The accompanying “Everyday I’m Çapuling!” video is likely designed to disarm the word by showing protesters engaged in non-looting activities that aim to counter his use of the loaded term….
In Istanbul the clock strikes nine again and the silent protests turn into an uproarious fellowship movement. Since the beginning
Read MoreModfied version, first published by Amar Toor on The Verge On May 28th, Ceyda Sungur – an academic in Istanbul –
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