How can the EU be more effective in its support of democracy, human rights, and civil liberties in Turkey?

Turkey presents a powerful case where idealism and pragmatism meet. Pushing for human rights, democracy, and the rule of law not only serves Western ideals but also Western interests.

While the United States and Europe may never have warm relations with Turkey, a clear and functional relationship, built around a mutually shared understanding of the other sides’ red lines could make cooperation on issues easier to pursue.

The U.S. and EU should be consistent  in their efforts to protect shrinking democratic spaces and multilateral principles.