President Yetişkin: “Members of the press are indispensable elements of our democratic life.”

Efeler Mayor Anıl Yetişkin stated that journalists are the objective of society, saying, “Members of the press are one of the indispensable elements of our democratic life.”

Efeler Mayor Anıl Yetişkin published a message on the occasion of July 24th, Journalists and Press Day. Emphasizing that journalists are the objective and true voice of society, Mayor Yetişkin said, “The Journalists and Press Day is celebrated every year on July 24th due to the abolition of censorship in the Turkish press on July 24, 1908. While carrying out their duties, press members work without compromising their understanding of objectivity and principled journalism.”

In his continued message, Mayor Yetişkin stated, “You, the esteemed members of the press who convey every kind of event occurring in our country and in the world in an impartial manner, are one of the essential elements of our democratic life, giving voice to different segments of society and contributing to the awareness of the public. I know that despite all the obstacles and difficulties you encounter while fulfilling this challenging duty, you perform your profession with dedication. Therefore, I want to express my appreciation for you once again. The importance of local press is particularly significant. The dear members of the press working in Efeler contribute to raising awareness among our citizens by closely following the events in our city and bringing local issues to the agenda. In this respect, the contributions of the local press in our Efeler district are of great importance. We take great pride in being by your side as Efeler Municipality and always try to show our support. July 24th, Journalists and Press Day, is a day that reinforces our belief in press freedom, democracy, and freedom of expression. The ability of press members to perform their duties freely is one of the fundamental conditions of a democratic society, and we believe that this right must always be protected. On this special day, I want to emphasize that we are always alongside the workers of the press. Wishing to walk towards a brighter, freer, and more conscious future together with you, I sincerely celebrate July 24th, Journalists and Press Day.”