ARMENIAN
ASSEMBLY OF AMERICA
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SENATE
DEMOCRATIC LEADER CHUCK SCHUMER CONGRATULATES REP. JACKIE SPEIER
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter to the Armenian Assembly of
America (Assembly), Senate Democratic Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) congratulated
Congresswoman Jackie Speier (D-CA) and expressed deep gratitude to the
Assembly.
“Please
accept my warmest greetings as you gather for the Armenian Assembly of
America’s Advocacy Conference and Gala. I am grateful for the opportunity to
express my admiration for the outstanding work of the Armenian Assembly of
America and tonight’s honoree on this wonderful occasion,” Senator Schumer told
the Armenian Assembly.
“First, I
would like to applaud the Armenian Assembly of America for their tireless efforts
and advocacy in striving to deepen the relations between the United States and
the Republic of Armenia. Since 1972, the Armenian Assembly of America has been
a cornerstone for sustaining public awareness of Armenian issues. It is my
belief that some of Armenia’s impressive improvements, including the
development of democratic institutions and adaptation of a free-market economy,
can be attributed to the remarkable advocacy work from organizations such as
the Armenian Assembly of America,” said Senator Schumer.
“Additionally,
I would like to spotlight this year’s honoree: Co-Chair of the Congressional
Armenian Caucus and recipient of the Deukmejian Award for Public Service,
Congresswoman Jackie Speier. I am proud to acknowledge Congresswoman Speier for
her dedicated and passionate work in the Armenian community and for her
commitment to strengthening United States and Armenia relations,” he added.
Congresswoman
Speier was honored for her exemplary work in the U.S. House of Representatives,
as well as her leadership and passionate support of Armenia and Artsakh.
Armenian American leaders and activists throughout the United States attended
the Gala in Washington, D.C., which was part of the Armenian Assembly of
America's 2019 National Advocacy Conference.
“Since I
entered public service, I have been a staunch supporter of Armenian issues.
Every year in April, I stand with my Armenian friends to commemorate the
Armenian genocide and urge for its proper recognition. I proudly represent
countless New York Armenian-Americans in the United States Senate and salute
their contributions not only to our great state but also to the United States
of America,” Senator Schumer continued.
“Thank you
for your commitment and dedication in promoting democracy and representing the
interests of Armenian-Americans. It is my hope that the Armenian Assembly of
America will continue these efforts for many years to come,” he concluded.
The full
letter is available at bit.ly/schumer2019
Established
in 1972, the Armenian Assembly of America is the largest Washington-based
nationwide organization promoting public understanding and awareness of
Armenian issues. The Assembly is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt membership
organization.
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