Republican People's Party (CHP)

The Republican People's Party (CHP) is a major political party in Turkey, founded in 1923 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the country's first president. It champions secularism, democracy, and social progress, advocating for a mixed economy and social justice. The CHP represents the center-left in Turkish politics and aims to modernize the country while preserving its cultural heritage. Over the years, it has been an opposition party, often countering conservative and nationalist movements. The CHP remains influential in shaping Turkish political discourse and policies, particularly in urban areas and among secular citizens.