[6] During this excursion, Atatürk was introduced to Satı Kadın, who was the village chief of Kazan.

[7] The two engaged in conversation, after which Atatürk was reported to have taken a liking to Satı Kadın's achievements and intelligence.

[4][5][6] According to Afet İnan, Atatürk said after meeting her, "This is an exceptional woman who can thrive as a member of the parliament.

"[8] Satı Kadın was sponsored and supported in her successful campaign for office by Atatürk himself.

[7] Later, she changed her first name to Hatı at the advice of Atatürk, who was interested in the civilization of the Hattians at the time, and because her former name Satı meant "sale" or "purchase" in Turkish.