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Conversations with Turkey's Career Pioneers – Prof. Dr. Ümit Özdağ

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The first guest of Conversations with Career Pioneers in November was Deputy Prof. Dr. Ümit Özdağ. Mr. Özdağ began the conversation by presenting himself and becoming acquainted with the students.

Mr. Özdağ stressed that in politics firm knowledge is very important and added that no one is able to answer him back even when he is rough because all his claims are based upon scientific foundations. He stated, “If you perform your homework flawlessly, you will be doing the right thing, regardless of the difference you create.”

Mr. Özdağ stressed that he has taken an oath at the parliament which he will abide, that he will soon be dismissed from MHP, that Turkey is going through a critical period which may lead to the dismemberment of the country and added that the presidential system presents a major danger. He explained that the presidential system has been a failure for countries, except for the United States.

Ümit Özdağ proceeded by answering the questions of the students. He mentioned that it is difficult to break down the prejudices, that the problem of PKK will not leak away but can be minimalized and that the expenses made on Syrian refugees could be spent on domestic investments like hospitals, factories and schools. He stated that he has no intention to establish a new politic party. Mr. Özdağ said that the heart of global economy is moving to Asia and added that we are being deceived about our EU membership process. Mr. Özdağ recommended the students to work hard and make use of the time well.