PRESS RELEASE
Date: May 14, 2009
Armenian National Committee of America
Eastern US
Contact: Karine Birazian
Tel: 917-428-1918
Email: [email protected]
ANCA Eastern Region Congratulates Former Congressman Michael McNulty (D-NY)
–ANC of Albany Hosts Successful Dinner Dance
Albany, NY- On May 9th, 2009, over 120 community members attended a
dinner dance in honor of former Congressman Michael McNulty
organized by the Armenian National Committee of Albany (ANC of
Albany). The event, dedicated to Congressman McNulty’s twenty
years of service to the community representing Albany, Schenectady,
Troy, Amsterdam, Gloversville and Johnstown, offered an opportunity
for Armenian Americans to thank him in person for his dedication to
the Armenian cause.
Emceeing the event, former native of the Albany community, Isabel
Ohanian, reflected on McNulty’s genuine commitment to the district
as well as 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 NY chairman, Raffi Mahserdjian, and ANCA
Eastern Region Executive Director, Karine Birazian, who all
congratulated Congressman McNulty on his retirement.
Offering remarks, McNulty reflected on his visit to Armenia during
its independence referendum and the effect it had during his time
in Congress. He recalled his visit to the various towns and cities,
serving as an election observer, and recalled the enthusiasm at the
polling places as Armenians cast their votes. He closed his
remarks by stating "Getzeh Azad Angakh Haiastan" (Long live free
and independent Armenia)."
Following the event, Birazian commended the ANC of Albany for
hosting such a successful 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."
The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) is the largest
and most influential Armenian American grassroots political
organization. Working in coordination with a network of offices,
chapters and supporters throughout the United States and affiliated
organizations around the world, the ANCA actively advances the
concerns of the Armenian American community on a broad range of
issues.
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Photo caption: Left to Right- ANC of Albany Chairman Antranig
Karageozian, Congressman Paul Tonko, ANCA ER Director Karine
Birazian, Congressman Michael McNulty, ANC activist Isabel Ohanian
and ANC of NY Chairman Raffi Mahserdjian