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This study aims at investigating the political values of the members of the decision making body of local governments, which are one of the most significant bodies in accordance with the principle of close public relations. The amendments made in the Metropolitan City Municipality Act have not only increased the duties and powers of the members of the Municipality Council but also enlarged their service areas. Accordingly, the act increased the importance of the members of the Municipality Council. A survey was conducted to compare the political values of the members of the Municipality Council of two neighboring metropolitan cities, i.e. Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa, by considering their socio economical statuses

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