Evaluating the results of the state parliament elections in Berlin on September 20, Eralp stated that her initial feeling was "a very great joy."

Eralp said, "I didn't expect it to be this good. I was very, very happy. Berliners showed that they trust me."

Stating that she received strong support particularly from voters of immigrant background, Eralp said, "All people, but especially those of immigrant background, supported me greatly. This made me very happy. Now we will make Berlin a more livable place."

Muslims and Palestinians Feel Underrepresented

Eralp rejected criticisms that her party is antisemitic and pressures from the government on this issue, stating that she wants to pursue a politics that encompasses all segments of society.

Eralp stated that she wants to change current policies regarding the representation of Palestinians and Muslims in Germany, saying, "Palestinians and Muslims do not feel adequately represented, and I believe this is not the right policy. I see all people. Be they Muslim, Palestinian, or Jewish. The duty of politics is to see and represent different segments of society."

Eralp stated that she wants to pursue a common policy based on human rights.

Eralp particularly thanked the immigrant-origin voters who cast their ballots for her, stating that these segments are not sufficiently visible in current politics and that she wants to change this situation.

Eralp stated that discrimination and racism were also among the issues raised during the election process and that she would fight against them. She emphasized that people of immigrant background, who built Berlin together, should also be recognized, and that headscarf bans in public institutions should be lifted.

Rent is the Most Important Issue

Eralp stated that during her election campaign, Berliners complained to her most about rent prices and the high cost of living.

Eralp stated that despite working and paying taxes in Berlin, people are struggling to make ends meet due to rising living costs, saying, "People live in Berlin, work, pay their taxes, but they can no longer lead a good life. Because everything is very expensive."

Advocating for lower rent prices, Eralp said, "We want to lower rents, and we want everyone to lead a good, livable life here."

Eralp said that the main events that influenced her political outlook during her childhood and youth were the racist attacks and incidents that occurred in Germany in the 1990s.

Eralp recounted asking her family during that period, "Since you also came from Turkey, will we experience such things?" She explained that these experiences led her to fight for justice and against racism.

Thanked Her Family

Eralp also highlighted the importance of her family's support during the election campaign, stating that her parents were by her side both materially and morally.

Eralp stated that her mother also helped her with childcare during the campaign, and she thanked all her relatives, mentioning that her family in Turkey also supported her and prayed for her.