European obstructions to AKP’s propaganda moves within some EU countries are unacceptable and definitely incompatible with democracy… But, what about the situation at home? The April 16 vote is of crucial importance for Turkey’s future. Turks at home and abroad are under one-sided propaganda bombardment and opponents do not have a secure atmosphere in the country to explain their objections, while there is also no “equal chance” between the “yes” and “no” campaigners on TV screens.

Forget having a just vote, can there be democracy without freedom of expression?