Los Angeles Mayor congratulates Armenia on independence anniversary
September 24, 2011 – 13:18 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net – Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued a
statement on the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence, Asbarez
reports.
The statement says:
`Armenian National Day is a historic and joyful day for Armenian
people here in Los Angeles and around the world. On behalf of the City
of Los Angeles, I congratulate Armenia on 20 years of independence and
of enjoying the fruits of living freely.
As home to the largest Armenian population outside of Armenia, Los
Angeles is honored to be a sister city to Armenia’s capital, Yerevan.
Our City’s Armenian population has a proud, rich and enduring
heritage. We are grateful for the lasting contributions this community
has made to the economic and cultural growth of Los Angeles.
I extend my best wishes to everyone celebrating this momentous
anniversary of Armenian independence.’
From: A. Papazian
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