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Fehmi Koru’s Biography

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I am a veteran journalist in Turkey an I have worked in several daily papers in my capacity as a columnist, bureau chief and editor in chief for my thirty odd years in journalism.
My journalistic work has produced 9 books, one of which is in English. The latest book in Turkish I wrote came out this April, titled 'Ben Böyle Gördüm' ('Thus I Saw'), it is about a religious group that I have observed almost 30 years, and incidentally came to be accused of taking part in military take-over in July o…

What was your first job as a journalist?

I was regular contributor to Yeni Devir between 1977 and 2984.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes. Many years until 1988.

How is social media changing news?

In many ways. It is prompt, analytical and gives opportunity to interact with your readers.

Awards

The Journalists Association of Turkey (Turkiye Gazeteciler Cemiyeti)

2003 - Daily Commentary

This is a highly appreciated yearly award submitted to journalist of distinction by the most important journalist association.

The Progressive Journalists Association (Cagdas Gazeteciler Dernegi)

2003 - Political Commentary

This is an award by an association which is regarded as 'leftist' in Turkey, as its name also suggests, it was given to me although I am not a lefty, and I am known that I am not. I am very proud of this award.