ANCA-ER CONGRATULATES FORMER CONGRESSMAN MCNULTY (D-N.Y.)
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May 18, 2009
ALBANY-On May 9, more than 120 community members attended a dinner and
dance in honor of former Congressman Michael McNulty, organized by the
Armenian National Committee (ANC) of Albany. The event, dedicated to
Congressman McNulty’s 20 years of service to the community representing
Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Amsterdam, Gloversville, and Johnstown,
offered an opportunity for Armenian Americans to thank McNulty in
person for his dedication to the Armenian cause.
Emceeing the event, Isabel Ohanian, a native of the Albany community,
reflected on McNulty’s genuine commitment to the district, and read
remarks from Troy’s mayor, Harry Tutunjian. Also speaking at the
event were Congressman Paul Tonko, who currently represents the 21st
District, ANC of Albany chair Antranig Karageozian, ANC of New York
chair Raffi Mahserdjian, and ANCA Eastern Region executive director
Karine Birazian, who all congratulated McNulty on his retirement.
Offering remarks, McNulty reflected on his visit to Armenia as an
election observer during its independence referendum and the effect it
had during his time in Congress. He also spoke about his enthusiasm
at the polling places, as Armenians cast their votes. He closed his
remarks by stating "Getzeh Azad Angakh Haiastan" (Long live a free
and independent Armenia).
Following the event, Birazian commended the ANC of Albany for hosting
the event. "This was a great opportunity to honor and thank one of
our great leaders in this nation. We are grateful that Congressman
Tonko is following in the footsteps of such a dedicated individual."