The picture is not pretty. It is one of my favorite topics to comment on because it is one of the most important to the future of our community. In the Armenian Diaspora, the enemy […]
To remember…“Bringing into one’s mind an awareness of something that has preceded the present.” Last week’s column was devoted to a very personal story of inspiration. It is my story, but similar to others that […]
I am one of 14 grandchildren. As the firstborn male, I was named after my grandfather Stepan. The story goes that he wanted me named Gaizag. My mother thought they would shorten it to “Guy.” […]
Due process is proceeding in Armenia in the post-election environment. The election concluded with the Civil Contract party winning a majority of the votes cast and will lead the National Assembly with 71 mandates (MPs). […]
As we examine ways to better integrate the diaspora and the homeland, it is clear that the perceived attitudes of both parties is an obstacle. Granted these are generalizations, but if you have spent any […]
Armenia has voted. The people have spoken. Well, about half of Armenia has. Turnout was disappointing—slightly over 50-percent. With so much on the line, one would assume that perhaps a strong majority would participate. Regardless, […]
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation (known as ARF-D in Armenia) has a long and historic presence in the global Armenian community. After the fall of the First Republic in 1921 (including the February 18th revolt), the […]
Without hope, there is darkness. With hope, there is endless light. This is the power of our faith according to the traditions of the Armenian church. I love our church because it was through the […]
Our good nature as a people has often led to self-criticism of political naivety. The long awaited official recognition of the Armenian Genocide was welcomed by a large majority of the American Armenian community as […]
During these times of disappointment and uncertainty, it is natural to share slogans that reflect our feelings, particularly towards the homeland. One of the more common expressions is that we “stand” with Armenia or that […]
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