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PRESS RELEASE
March 6, 2008
Contact: Karoon Panosyan
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 393-3434
ARMENIAN CAUCUS CO-CHAIRS URGE ALL CONCERNED PARTIES TO ENTER INTO DIALOGUE
Washington, DC – The Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian
Issues, Representatives Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) and Joe Knollenberg
(R-MI), issued a statement yesterday, echoing the Armenian Assembly’s
March 3rd statement, which mourned the needless loss of life and
called on all parties to adhere to the rule of law and refrain from
violence.
"As the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues, we
are deeply saddened by the turmoil that broke out in Yerevan over the
weekend and send our sincere sympathies to those impacted by these
events," Pallone and Knollenberg stated. "We urge all sides to seek a
peaceful solution to this crisis for the sake of a stable and
democratic Armenia. Nothing can justify such unlawful actions as
violence, looting and destruction."
The Co-Chair’s statement went on to say: "We urge Armenian authorities
to lift the state of emergency. During this troubling time, the rule
of law, an independent judiciary and accurate media coverage are
essential for restoring the public order. We are confident that the
best way for all concerned parties is to enter into political dialogue
and demonstrate responsible leadership to move this nation forward."
Established in 1972, the Armenian Assembly is the largest
Washington-based nationwide organization promoting public
understanding and awareness of Armenian issues. It is a 501(c)(3)
tax-exempt membership organization.
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Caption: Armenian Caucus Co-Chairs Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ), right, and Joe Knollenberg (R-MI).