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From Ottoman to Turkey
Another determination of Okten is regarding the
methods the east and west uses in terms of perception
and solution of the problems that occur. “ If we
were a western society, our problems would be analysed
under the title "issue of existence" since we
would have a more solid infrastructure. But we are
somewhere in the middle.” says Okten. He still has a
hope for the situation we have been in, and he states:
“Such issues were not even discussed in
1960’s. There was a Turkey which wasn't aware of
the world. Unfortunately for us, though, the civilization
is all about these issues. It is obvious that some
problems emerge when the issues are considered
with this perspective. We attempt to deal with them
as we can.” He also expresses the obligation to give a
new form to the core with these words: “I shall clearly
say that it is not possible to live without refreshing the
perception of civilization. However, it is uncertain how
this perception will be refreshed. but it is clear that the
core will be looked at with a new interpretation. It is
not possible for the civilisation to survive unless the
core is approached with a new interpretation.
In the discussion at hand Okten emphasizes that, there
is a responsibility of rendering the core, and “those
who are aware of this responsibility must adorn them-
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