  ANCA endorses current Governor Deval Patrick in Massachusetts elections  October 31, 2010 - 16:38 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) announced its endorsements of Governor Deval Patrick for Governor and Steve Grossman for Treasurer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Gov. Patrick has been an outspoken supporter of Armenian issues and has committed himself to the recognition of the Armenian Genocide while Grossman has committed himself to promoting trade between Massachusetts and Armenia if elected. Governor Patrick's support was instrumental in overcoming opposition and moving forward with the planned Armenian Heritage Park for the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, where he joined His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, Armenian-American citizens and City and Commonwealth officials to celebrate the ground-breaking on September 9th of this year. "He has been an outspoken supporter of the recognition of the Armenian Genocide and has been a good friend to our community," stated ANCA Massachusetts activist Ara Nazarian. In regards to Grossman, Nazarian explained, “When the Anti Defamation League was confronted with its lobbying against the Armenian Genocide resolution in Congress, Steve was one of the highest profile members of the Jewish community who publicly called ADL President Abe Foxman to account and demanded that the organization reverse its unconscionable position.” In a statement to the ANCA, Grossman pledged to continue the fight to end the ADL's genocide denial and to use the “bully pulpit” of the treasurer's office to press Congress to pass the genocide resolution. Steve Grossman is Chairman of Grossman Marketing Group in Somerville, a leading figure in numerous charitable organizations, and a long-time political activist. He has served as the chairman of the Democratic National Committee and the Massachusetts Democratic Party, ANCA press service reported.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
