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Cenk Uygur

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Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur was born on March 21, 1970, in Istanbul, Turkey, but moved to the United States at the age of 8. A naturalized U.S. citizen, his background in law and media has shaped his career significantly.

  • Affiliation: Originally a Republican, Uygur's political views have evolved dramatically. He now identifies with progressive politics, advocating for significant reforms in the Democratic Party.

About

Education & Early Career:
  • Uygur graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Economics and later from UCLA School of Law. His early career included working as an associate attorney and transitioning into media with radio shows in Boston and Washington, D.C., before founding “The Young Turks” (TYT) in 2002, which would become one of the largest online news shows.
Political Views & Affiliation
  • Originally a Republican, Uygur’s political views have evolved dramatically. He now identifies with progressive politics, advocating for significant reforms in the Democratic Party through his involvement with Justice Democrats, aiming for what he described as a “hostile takeover” of the party’s establishment.
Television and Media History
  • Uygur’s media journey includes stints at MSNBC, where he hosted a show, and Current TV, before focusing entirely on TYT. His approach has often been critical of mainstream media, positioning TYT as an alternative voice in political commentary.
Current Work
  • As of 2024, Uygur remains a central figure at TYT, where he continues to host and produce content, focusing on political commentary that often challenges the status quo. His recent activities include running for president, which, despite legal challenges, serves as a platform for his political views


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References/Sources

Endorsement Retraction:  Bernie Sanders endorsed Uygur for a California congressional seat in 2019 but quickly retracted it due to Uygur’s past controversial comments, which included sexist remarks and offensive statements about various groups.

Presidential Run: Uygur’s 2024 presidential candidacy has sparked legal debate over his eligibility due to the constitutional requirement of being a natural-born citizen, a status he does not meet.

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