Ahmet T. Kuru

Ahmet T. Kuru is a professor of political science at San Diego State University, known for his expertise in Middle Eastern politics, Islam, and authoritarianism. He is the author of "Islam, Authoritarianism, and Underdevelopment," which examines the interplay between religion and governance in the Muslim world. Kuru's academic work often explores the historical and contemporary dynamics of political systems, and he has contributed significantly to discussions on democracy and political reform in the context of Islamic societies.