Writer: Rasim Ozan Kütahyalı
Source: Taraf
Title: ['Taraf']
Date: 2008-08-10

Traits: - Consistency: Rasim Ozan Kütahyalı's column shows a high level of consistency in his critique of the LAST (Laik yaşam tarzına sahip Sünni Türk) middle class. He consistently portrays them as being in a state of ideological crisis and clinging to their established identities. - Emotionality: The column is moderately emotional. Kütahyalı uses a provocative tone when describing the “fascist” mindset of the LAST middle class and their paradoxical behavior. However, he maintains a calm and analytical approach when discussing the transformation of their children. - Credibility: Kütahyalı's arguments are fact-based to a certain extent, as he references specific social phenomena and personal anecdotes. However, his use of terms like “fascist” and “heretic” can be seen as hyperbolic, which might affect his credibility.

Affiliations: - LAST Ortasınıfları: Kütahyalı portrays this group negatively, describing them as being in a state of ideological crisis and clinging to their identities in a fascist manner. - AKP: The column suggests a positive view of the AKP's economic policies, noting that they have benefited the LAST middle class, despite their opposition to the party. - Taraf Gazetesi: Kütahyalı's affiliation with Taraf is evident, and he suggests that the newspaper is seen as a “heretic” symbol by the LAST middle class, especially after the Ergenekon process. - CUMOK (Cumhuriyet okuru): Kütahyalı introduces this group as a type of community solidarity organization, suggesting a critical view of their inward-looking and dogmatic nature. - Gökhan Özgün: Mentioned as a fellow writer at Taraf, with whom some of his friends have stopped communicating due to his association with the newspaper. - Doğan Medyası: Referenced as the type of central media that the older generation used to read, suggesting a past affiliation with mainstream media. - ABD: Mentioned as a paradoxical symbol of hatred for the LAST middle class, yet a desired destination for their children's education.

Agenda: - Kütahyalı appears to be pushing a narrative that critiques the ideological rigidity of the LAST middle class and highlights the generational shift in their children's perspectives. - He may be advocating for a more open and less dogmatic approach to social and political issues, as evidenced by his emphasis on the transformative effect of international education and exposure to global intellectual currents. - There is a possible agenda to defend and promote the role of Taraf gazetesi as a counter-narrative to the mainstream, especially in the context of the Ergenekon process.

Trustworthiness: - The column's trustworthiness can be rated as moderate. While Kütahyalı provides personal anecdotes and social observations, his use of strong language and potentially hyperbolic terms might undermine his objectivity. - His clear affiliation with Taraf and the narrative he pushes suggest a degree of bias, but the insights into social dynamics and generational shifts are thought-provoking and potentially valuable.