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Journal Week #7
“But all our efforts to advance remained relatively futile.”- Ottoman Reading
This quote just really rubbed me the wrong way. In the article, the author is talking about how western influence has infiltrated the customs of Turkey. They have allowed brimmed hats that get in the way of prayer and the customs of Turkey have been divided. The author then thinks that this will further divide the nation. I do not agree with any of this. I know the author cannot predict this, but unless you make a country totally isolated and under a strict rule, there is going to be information and customs that are passed around. Ideas and ideals will be shared. If Turkey at this point were to close their borders to all outside influence, I am sure
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