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AUDIE CORNISH, HOST:
Turkey has seen its share of political controversies lately, including large protests and a government ban of Twitter. Despite that, the ruling party appears to be maintaining its popularity. But now it may face a split in its highest ranks. There's competition brewing between its two main figures: President Abdullah Gul and Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
NPR's Peter Kenyon reports from Istanbul that many are wary of Erdogan's growing power.
PETER KENYON, BYLINE: Turkey is in the midst of a three-round electoral contest.