Turkey's bill on stray dogs is not really about the safety of the streets

The bill is pending approval by the parliament despite public and opposition outcry

Originally published on Global Voices

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Turkey's parliament members has been locked in a series of heated discussions since July 17, over legislation proposed by the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP),  aimed at reducing the number of strays, which the government says pose a danger to the people. On July 24 the bill was approved primarily through votes from the...