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John A. Lechner

John A. Lechner is a former financial analyst with Lazard and Deutsche Bank, who is currently a graduate student at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service.
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Trump Should Teach Erdogan a Lesson in Law, Not Corruption

The president offered to help Turkey’s strongman beat U.S. courts, John Bolton has revealed. It only helps Iran.

  • Aykan Erdemir and John A. Lechner
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Trump’s Gifts to Turkey Repeat Mistakes and Set Bad Precedents

The withdrawal from Syria and sale of missiles to Ankara will undermine U.S. efforts to work with partners and rebuff Russian influence.

  • Aykan Erdemir and John A. Lechner