On behalf of the Turkish American community, TASC expresses deep concern over the recent letter signed by 50 US Senators, which unfairly labels the Turkish government as authoritarian and a violator of human rights. Turkey’s leadership was elected through a free and fair democratic process by its citizens. The Turkish people demonstrated their unwavering commitment to democracy by resisting the July 15, 2016, coup attempt, making it clear that they will protect their democratic values at any cost. TASC urges the signing Senators to reconsider their stance and recognize the destructive efforts of individuals seeking to undermine Turkey’s democratic institutions. We call on the US Senate to respect the sacrifice of Turkish citizens who defended their democratically elected government and to reject any anti-democratic entities that aim to suppress the will of the Turkish people.