1. The AKP Catalyst: Progressive Islamists and Ambitious Kurds Author: Michael M. Gunter Publication Date: 06-2008 Content Type: Journal Article Journal: Georgetown Journal of International Affairs Institution: Georgetown Journal of International Affairs Abstract: The newly elected AK Party looks to cement its authority over the Turkish Military and its Kurdish citizens through progressive reforms and EU membership. Topic: Civil Society, Globalization, Government, and International Affairs Political Geography: Turkey and Kurdistan