Recent local elections in Turkey, specifically in İstanbul’s Üsküdar district, demonstrate a shift in the political landscape with the removal of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s Justice and Development Party (AKP) from power. This outcome highlights a deterioration of democracy under Erdoğan’s leadership, signaling potential for opposition success. The win in Üsküdar, occurring in the March 2024 elections, raises the critical question of whether the opposition is capable of effectively governing should they secure broader electoral victories. The article suggests a focus on whether the opposition can move beyond winning elections and successfully implement policy. This development marks a significant moment for Turkish politics, shifting the narrative around the AKP’s long-held dominance. The author, Adem Yavuz Arslan, implies a need to assess the opposition’s preparedness for national governance.