Obama released a statement on his position regarding the Islamist government  of Turkey   is anyone surprised that he chose the government over the moderates attempting the coup: The President and Secretary agreed that all parties in Turkey should support the democratically-elected Government of Turkey, show restraint, and avoid any violence or bloodshed. The Secretary underscored that the State Department will continue to focus on the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Turkey,  the statement form the White House said. MILITARY COUP IN TURKEY: 