U.S. SENATOR SENDS LETTER TO HILLARY CLINTON
news.am
Nov 3 2009
Armenia
October 20, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D- NV) sent a letter to
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, presenting the position of
Armenian community of the state concerning Armenia-Turkey Protocols
signed Oct.10 in Zurich, Armenian National Committee of America
(ANCA) reports.
NEWS.am quotes the letter referring to Asbarez daily.
"Dear Secretary Clinton:
I am writing about the recent agreement to establish normal diplomatic
relations between Turkey and Armenia. I know you have personally
been involved in the negotiation of this agreement and appreciate
your attention on the issues I am raising today.
I am sure you are aware that this agreement has raised concerns in
the Armenian community inside the United States. I have received
many letters from Nevadans who do not support the creation of an
international commission to examine the historical record on the
genocide and who believe that the agreements are unfair to Armenia. (I
have included a sample letter below). Given the serious nature of
the community’s concerns, I felt it was important to raise them
directly with you. The commission is particularly sensitive to the
Armenian-American community since the Armenian genocide has never
been recognized by Turkey.
I would also respectfully suggest that you meet directly with
Armenian-American groups so they have an opportunity to share their
views with you. Thank you again for your consideration of this request
and your interest in this important national security issue.
Sincerely,
HARRY REID United States Senator."