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On Laws, Suspicion, and Education: A Way Forward
I am neither apolitical nor unbiased, yet regardless of where one falls on the political spectrum, there is an aura of unpleasantness pulsing in Armenia today. The unpleasant feeling isn’t new, but it rears its ugly head everywhere one turns, whether it be in the words of a taxi driver or in the complaints of colleagues. This feeling can best be associated with some sort of comb
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An interesting view point. The challenges facing Armenia are many, solutions are complex and will take time to fix.
Under 70 years, which is a very long time, of Soviet-Communist rule, Armenians in Armenia had to learn and find ways to survive. Negative attitudes were formed and bad habits were developed. We have to be realistic and pragmatic. 27 years is not sufficient to change ingrained habits, as most leaders in position of influence were remnants from the Communist regime and ranks.
It needs a generational change, a revival and rejuvenation.
I personally am convinced that until those born after independence become mature and start becoming major players and contributors in the Government change will be a grind. The ” velvet revolution” was primarily led by the youth. Our hope is that they continue their involvement and become drivers of change.
They need support and encouragement.
Vart Adjemian
This is a good report but DSH in fact applies to all countries. The internet and the news media provide uncontrolled information that makes the situation much worst and spreads DSH. Proper implementation of Socialism (as was supposed to have been practised in Russia) was thought to overcome this but unfortunately because of man’s greed failed miserably. I hope Armenia will show the way but I have my doubts.
When Armenians start living their lives with INTEGRITY problems of such kind will disappear. This are not just problems of the Soviet Armenians, but as well of Diaspora Armenians, have nothing to do with poverty or wealth or education but CULTURE, HUMAN COMPASSION, LOVE and RESPECT or absence of it for self and others.