Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, the leader of the Republican People's Party (CHP), is rumored to have informed his close associates that he has no intentions of seeking re-election for either the party leadership or the presidency. Esteemed journalist Fatih Altaylı revealed this information, citing backstage sources. Altaylı shared his insights in an article titled "Kılıçdaroğlu: 'I will not become a candidate again,'" published on his website on June 8.
According to Altaylı, a few trusted CHP executives had inquired about the party's future direction and Kılıçdaroğlu's plans. In response, Kılıçdaroğlu unequivocally stated, "This was my first and final presidential candidacy. I will not seek any position again, including the presidency." Altaylı added that Kılıçdaroğlu does not intend to step down from the CHP leadership, at least until the local elections scheduled for March 2024.
Although one of Kılıçdaroğlu's confidants reportedly suggested making this intention public, the CHP leader neither opposed nor provided a clear response.
Survey Reveals 62% of Opposition Voters Demand Kılıçdaroğlu's Resignation
In a recent survey conducted by Betimar, a polling company, participants were asked if Kılıçdaroğlu should resign following the elections. The survey carried out between May 31 and June 1, involved 1,650 individuals who had voted for the CHP, İYİ Party, Green Left Party, and the Workers' Party of Turkey (TİP).
Of the participants, 62.4% responded affirmatively, stating that Kılıçdaroğlu should resign, while 37.6% disagreed. The percentage varied among supporters of different parties, with 53.1% of CHP voters demanding Kılıçdaroğlu's resignation. This number rose to 82.1% for İYİ Party voters, 55.2% for Green Left Party voters, and 88.4% for TİP voters.
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