miltiades wrote:EPSILON wrote:halil wrote:Heading toward disasterIn the period between 1968 and 1974, the face of the press changed dramatically; it reflected
the extreme polarisation of the society. There was a proliferation of newspapers supporting
the violent actions of EOKA B as well as papers supporting Makarios. The content of articles
and editorials during that period is a real shame for democracy and political culture. The
opponents are presented as traitors, as foreign agents, as serving the interests of the enemies
of Cyprus etc. The vocabulary used was really of bad taste and very offending.
This same climate continued after summer 1974, in spite of the destruction, the displacement
of tens of thousands of people and the division of the island.
Nationalist rhetoric and political discourse changed after 1976 and attempts were made to
prove that cohabitation with Turkish Cypriots was possible. The term of “rapprochement”
was introduced. I will not expand on this. More research is needed in connection to the
various activities (publications, seminars, statements etc) of that period. Any research should
take into consideration the content of the education, the political rhetoric and other actions.
Within that context, it is very important to note that rapprochement could but remain a purely
theoretical construction; the dividing line and the enforced segregation of Greek and Turkish
Cypriots left no room for any realistic expectations from it.
In the same spirit, I believe that the trends for “Cypriotism” that emerged, especially after
1978 and the strengthening of the entity of the Republic of Cyprus can not be considered as
official choices in opposition to nationalism. The period from 1974 to 1980 has not been duly
studied and the choices made by either side have not been adequately assessed.
The period from 1974 to 1978 and 1980 is rather a period of adjustment to new realities,
including the shift from the old to a new political leadership. This power struggle can not be
overseen; it should also be linked to decisions such as the celebration of the independence day
(started for the first time ever in 1980). This celebration and the military parade was not an
expression of Cypriotism; the years that followed proved that the Republic of Cyprus was
used as an asset that could counterbalance, at least partially, the advantages gained by the
Turkish side in summer 1974. One should not forget that the political forces preaching
Cypriotism have consistently supported nationalist views.
In connection to the press, further study and content analysis are needed.
My dear, do not try to find new theories and excusses about what Cyprus problem is.Yes, there was a "push" to T/cs society in Cyprus, Yes there was even fascist and nationalists actions gainst them during the period of 1963-1974.Yes, G/cs society must be shamed for some of its actions against this minority.Yes T/cs, for several years, were considered as "second class citizens".
However in al these facts on which i fully agree, i repeat i fully agree,you just missed the reason.If you, Talat, Ertogan an particulrly the generals in Ankara and most particular ,persons like Milti of us in London understand, then Cyprus problem is solved.
I just remind you that Cyprus never,repeat never occupied by modern Greek state but despite this, still, many people in South consider themselves as Greeks. This what, your sultans 5 centuries now try to cancel.Finally recently you found some supporters in G/cs society and even in G/cs leadership/ The worst for the South are near to come / Turkish invasion in the next few months (estimate Feb 2010) will look the smaller problem for South-Unfortunately our end are loosing rutes and targets. Lucky you.!!!
What on earth are you talking about , "" invasion , G/C supporters , loosing rutes and targets "" !!! You are not making sense mate !!
What I think he is trying to say that matters will get worse, from a Cypriot you will be declassified to a South Cypriot just like North and South Koreans !!
