Cenk Uygur
CENK UYGUR is the host, founder and CEO of The Young Turks, the largest online news show in the world. He co-founded the Justice Democrats, a political action committee that has helped launch the careers of several major progressive politicians. He was previously the host of MSNBC "Live," and has appeared as a commentator on CNN, ABC News, NPR, Headline News, Al Jazeera, and Fox, among others. He graduated from the Wharton School of Business at University of Pennsylvania and Columbia Law School.
Apr 13, 2023: Campus Reform: ‘Don’t be hypocritical!’: The Young Turks condemn Gaines attack
On Tuesday night, progressive commentators Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian from the leftist outlet The Young Turks (TYT) condemned the violent protest and alleged assault against NCAA champion Riley Gaines that occurred at San Francisco State University (SFSU).
On Tuesday night, progressive commentators Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian from the leftist outlet The Young Turks (TYT) condemned the violent protest and alleged assault against NCAA champion Riley Gaines that occurred at San Francisco State University (SFSU).
Apr 26, 2015: Daily Banter: Sam Harris Hits Back At Cenk Uygur, Says He ‘Systematically Acts In Bad Faith’
Last month, Cenk Uygur trashed Sam Harris after the two had a lively but amicable three hour conversation in October. Now, Harris has responded by saying Uygur “systematically acts in bad faith.”
Last month, Cenk Uygur trashed Sam Harris after the two had a lively but amicable three hour conversation in October. Now, Harris has responded by saying Uygur “systematically acts in bad faith.”
Apr 23, 2023: New York Post: The awakening of Ana Kasparian — when the left meets reality
What happens when leftism meets reality?
Ana Kasparian, co-host of the left-wing show “The Young Turks,” recently found out.
Kasparian railed against the financial hardship of retrofitting her California condo to allow for electric vehicle charging.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, who’s committed to driving California straight into the ground, signed an executive order mandating an end to gas car sales by 2035, and very expensive charging stations will have to be installed throughout the state.
What happens when leftism meets reality?
Ana Kasparian, co-host of the left-wing show “The Young Turks,” recently found out.
Kasparian railed against the financial hardship of retrofitting her California condo to allow for electric vehicle charging.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, who’s committed to driving California straight into the ground, signed an executive order mandating an end to gas car sales by 2035, and very expensive charging stations will have to be installed throughout the state.
Aug 22, 2014: MediaIte: ‘Why Don’t You Shut the F*ck Up?’: Cenk Uygur Blasts Sean Hannity’s Ferguson Coverage
The Young Turks’ Cenk Uygur was not amused by Sean Hannity’s interview Wednesday night with Democratic committeewoman Patricia Bynes from Ferguson, Missouri. After Hannity repeatedly berated the woman, asking her, “Were you there at the shooting?” Uygur turned the question around on the Fox News host.
The Young Turks’ Cenk Uygur was not amused by Sean Hannity’s interview Wednesday night with Democratic committeewoman Patricia Bynes from Ferguson, Missouri. After Hannity repeatedly berated the woman, asking her, “Were you there at the shooting?” Uygur turned the question around on the Fox News host.
May 2, 2014: Crooks & Liars: Cenk Uygur's Righteous Rant Against GOP And Fox News Benghazi Overkill
Young Turks' Cenk Uygur has had just about enough of this Benghazi bullshit, thank you very much. Uygur --no fan of the Obama administration-- takes them to task in a profanity-laced tirade for cynically politicizing a tragedy, while ignoring far more egregious problems.
Young Turks' Cenk Uygur has had just about enough of this Benghazi bullshit, thank you very much. Uygur --no fan of the Obama administration-- takes them to task in a profanity-laced tirade for cynically politicizing a tragedy, while ignoring far more egregious problems.
Apr 17, 2014: Best Of New Orleans: Los Angeles Times: Former Gov. Buddy Roemer provides $4M in financing for Young Turks Network
Cenk Uygur, host of the left-leaning The Young Turks, which was canceled last year when Al-Jazeera America bought Current TV in January 2013, has a new business partner — former Gov. Buddy Roemer. And Roemer's private equity fund is sinking $4 million into Uygur's now online venture to make sure it's a success.
Cenk Uygur, host of the left-leaning The Young Turks, which was canceled last year when Al-Jazeera America bought Current TV in January 2013, has a new business partner — former Gov. Buddy Roemer. And Roemer's private equity fund is sinking $4 million into Uygur's now online venture to make sure it's a success.
Mar 18, 2014: Raw Story: Cenk Uygur rips MSNBC host’s ‘horsecrap’ campaigning for Hillary Clinton
Young Turks host Cenk Uygur criticized MSNBC counterpart Touré for his recent commentary calling for Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) not to run for president, in order to assure former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton can provide the Democratic Party with a “pragmatic” 2016 candidate.
Young Turks host Cenk Uygur criticized MSNBC counterpart Touré for his recent commentary calling for Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) not to run for president, in order to assure former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton can provide the Democratic Party with a “pragmatic” 2016 candidate.
Dec 17, 2013: Defend the Modern World: Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing: Cenk Uygur’s Real Politics.
If you’re interested in politics and a regular user of YouTube, you’ve probably had the misfortune of coming across a video by the ‘Young Turks’ (or ‘YT’ as they now confidently abbreviate themselves).
If you’re interested in politics and a regular user of YouTube, you’ve probably had the misfortune of coming across a video by the ‘Young Turks’ (or ‘YT’ as they now confidently abbreviate themselves).
Apr 15, 2013: Los Angeles Times: 'The Young Turks' host Cenk Uygur bets on Web after Current TV
Cenk Uygur, the host of the Current TV political talk show “The Young Turks,” is losing his cable news and opinion show after less than two years on the air. But the progressive-leaning commentator is betting he can continue to build his following – and make money – with his suite of shows that run online.
Cenk Uygur, the host of the Current TV political talk show “The Young Turks,” is losing his cable news and opinion show after less than two years on the air. But the progressive-leaning commentator is betting he can continue to build his following – and make money – with his suite of shows that run online.
Cenk Kadir Uygur (born March 21, 1970) is a Turkish-American political commentator, Internet personality, and political activist. Uygur is the main host and co-founder of the Internet talk radio show and television show, The Young Turks (TYT). Uygur was the chief news officer of Current TV, succeeding Keith Olbermann following his departure from the cable television network. A naturalized U.S. citizen, Uygur was born in Turkey and raised from age eight in the United States. He worked as an attorney in Washington, D.C. and New York before beginning his career as a political commentator. Originally a moderate Republican, he is now a progressive. In addition to hosting TYT, Uygur appeared on MSNBC as a political commentator in 2010, later hosting a weeknight commentary show on the channel for nearly six months until being replaced by Al Sharpton. Shortly after leaving MSNBC, Uygur secured a show on Current TV that aired from December 5, 2011 to August 15, 2013.
