banalization of hate: antisemitism in contemporary Turkey

Examines Turkish attitudes towards Jews and gives a brief historical background. Discusses in depth the antisemitic attitudes of politicians, newpapers and the general public. Concludes that though there is public acknowledgement of the Holocaust in the form of participation in Holocaust Day ceremonies and declarations that antisemitism is a crime against humnaity, this lip service is an attempt to convince the EU countries that they share common values.