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Armenian National Committee of America-Western Region
104 North Belmont Street, Suite 200
Glendale, California 91206
Phone: 818.500.1918
[email protected]
www.ancawr.org
PRESS RELEASE
February 21, 2013
Contact: William Bairamian
Tel: 818-500-1918
ANCA-WR Announces Dual Endorsement in L.A. Mayoral Race Primary
The ANCA-Western Region today announced its dual endorsement of Eric
Garcetti and Wendy Greuel in the Los Angeles mayoral election,
choosing the two candidates from the crowded field of five main
candidates. Garcetti and Greuel, both longtime friends of the
Armenian-American community, garnered the endorsement after responding
to questionnaire and interview questions in a way which evidenced
their thorough grasp of important Armenian issues, as well as a
sincere devotion to making the Armenian community an equal partner in
the future of the City of Los Angeles.
"Throughout their long careers in public office, both Eric and Wendy have
been and continue to be great friends of the Armenian-American community.
For the primary election on March 5th, we urge Armenian-American voters in
Los Angeles to support either of them over any other candidates as they seek
the title of Mayor," said ANCA-WR Co-Chair Nora Hovsepian. "We each have the
opportunity to express the collective interests of our community in the
ballot box, and it is vitally important for each Armenian-American to
exercise this civic right. We urge every citizen to heed our call to Get Out
the Vote and to support those who support our Cause."
Ms. Greuel welcomed the endorsement, saying, "It is an honor to be
endorsed by ANCA-WR, and I'm proud that I've stood with the Armenian
American community throughout my career. I'll be a mayor for all of
Los Angeles, and I'll fight for a thriving economy that creates jobs
and supports small businesses, a transportation system that is modern
and efficient, and reforms for our schools. I'm excited to continue to
partner with the ANCA-WR and Armenians throughout the city to confront
the challenges facing LA."
Likewise, Mr. Garcetti appreciated receiving the organization's
support and stated, "I'm honored to have the support of the Armenian
National Committee of America - Western Region. Together we have
formed long lasting partnerships within the Armenian community to
ensure that everyone gets greater access to City and social services.
We have also ensured that the tragedy of the Genocide is never
forgotten and that it serves as a lasting lesson for future
generations and encourages all of us to continue in making strives
towards justice. I look forward to continued partnerships with the
Armenian community as Mayor of Los Angeles."
The endorsement announcement comes only months after resurgent
political activity in the Armenian-American community in Los Angeles,
led by the ANCA-WR's Hye Votes initiative, which registered nearly 5,000
new voters before the 2012 General Election.
The decision came at the recommendation of the ANCA-WR Los Angeles
Mayoral Election Task Force. Composed of representatives from all of
the ANCA chapters located in the City of Los Angeles - Hollywood, San
Fernando Valley West, San Fernando Valley North, San Fernando Valley
East, and Crescenta Valley - as well as members of the ANCA-WR Board
of Directors, the Task Force reviewed questionnaires submitted by the
candidates and, also, met with candidates who responded to an
interview request.
The candidates' responses to the ANCA-WR's questionnaires are being reprinted
in their entirety in order to provide information necessary for our
community members as they vote in this election.
The Armenian National Committee of America-Western Region is the
largest and most influential Armenian American grassroots advocacy
organization in the Western United States. Working in coordination
with a network of offices, chapters, and supporters throughout the
Western United States and affiliated organizations around the country,
the ANCA-WR advances the concerns of the Armenian American community
on a broad range of issues.
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Attached: Photos, Eric Garcetti and Wendy Greuel
104 North Belmont Street, Suite 200
Glendale, California 91206
Phone: 818.500.1918
[email protected]
www.ancawr.org
PRESS RELEASE
February 21, 2013
Contact: William Bairamian
Tel: 818-500-1918
ANCA-WR Announces Dual Endorsement in L.A. Mayoral Race Primary
The ANCA-Western Region today announced its dual endorsement of Eric
Garcetti and Wendy Greuel in the Los Angeles mayoral election,
choosing the two candidates from the crowded field of five main
candidates. Garcetti and Greuel, both longtime friends of the
Armenian-American community, garnered the endorsement after responding
to questionnaire and interview questions in a way which evidenced
their thorough grasp of important Armenian issues, as well as a
sincere devotion to making the Armenian community an equal partner in
the future of the City of Los Angeles.
"Throughout their long careers in public office, both Eric and Wendy have
been and continue to be great friends of the Armenian-American community.
For the primary election on March 5th, we urge Armenian-American voters in
Los Angeles to support either of them over any other candidates as they seek
the title of Mayor," said ANCA-WR Co-Chair Nora Hovsepian. "We each have the
opportunity to express the collective interests of our community in the
ballot box, and it is vitally important for each Armenian-American to
exercise this civic right. We urge every citizen to heed our call to Get Out
the Vote and to support those who support our Cause."
Ms. Greuel welcomed the endorsement, saying, "It is an honor to be
endorsed by ANCA-WR, and I'm proud that I've stood with the Armenian
American community throughout my career. I'll be a mayor for all of
Los Angeles, and I'll fight for a thriving economy that creates jobs
and supports small businesses, a transportation system that is modern
and efficient, and reforms for our schools. I'm excited to continue to
partner with the ANCA-WR and Armenians throughout the city to confront
the challenges facing LA."
Likewise, Mr. Garcetti appreciated receiving the organization's
support and stated, "I'm honored to have the support of the Armenian
National Committee of America - Western Region. Together we have
formed long lasting partnerships within the Armenian community to
ensure that everyone gets greater access to City and social services.
We have also ensured that the tragedy of the Genocide is never
forgotten and that it serves as a lasting lesson for future
generations and encourages all of us to continue in making strives
towards justice. I look forward to continued partnerships with the
Armenian community as Mayor of Los Angeles."
The endorsement announcement comes only months after resurgent
political activity in the Armenian-American community in Los Angeles,
led by the ANCA-WR's Hye Votes initiative, which registered nearly 5,000
new voters before the 2012 General Election.
The decision came at the recommendation of the ANCA-WR Los Angeles
Mayoral Election Task Force. Composed of representatives from all of
the ANCA chapters located in the City of Los Angeles - Hollywood, San
Fernando Valley West, San Fernando Valley North, San Fernando Valley
East, and Crescenta Valley - as well as members of the ANCA-WR Board
of Directors, the Task Force reviewed questionnaires submitted by the
candidates and, also, met with candidates who responded to an
interview request.
The candidates' responses to the ANCA-WR's questionnaires are being reprinted
in their entirety in order to provide information necessary for our
community members as they vote in this election.
The Armenian National Committee of America-Western Region is the
largest and most influential Armenian American grassroots advocacy
organization in the Western United States. Working in coordination
with a network of offices, chapters, and supporters throughout the
Western United States and affiliated organizations around the country,
the ANCA-WR advances the concerns of the Armenian American community
on a broad range of issues.
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Attached: Photos, Eric Garcetti and Wendy Greuel