Monthly Archives: April 2009

By Thomas C . Nash Mirror-Spectator Staff WATERTOWN — In anticipation of President Barack Obama’s April 24 statement on the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the Watertown Town Council asked for him to go beyond his promise to use the … Continue reading →

Congressional Resolution Continues to Build Momentum By Thomas C . Nash Mirror-Spectator Staff WASHINGTON — The statement issued by President Barack Obama on the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide stirred strong reaction among Armenian Americans for its failure to use … Continue reading →

YEREVAN (Combined Sources) — On April 22, the governments of Armenia and Turkey, under the auspices of the Swiss government, announced that they had agreed on a “roadmap” for peace. The statement read: “With the mediation of Switzerland, Turkey and … Continue reading →

By Thomas C . Nash Mirror-Spectator Staff BOSTON — Armenian Americans and Massachusetts politicians filled the Great Hall of theMassachusetts StateHouse April 17 for a commemoration of the Armenian Genocide that focused heavily on thememory of former House Speaker George … Continue reading →

By Thomas C . Nash Mirror-Spectator Staff BOSTON — The second annual Armenian film series at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) will begin with a screening of “The Blue Hour” on May 1. “The Blue Hour,” released in 2007, … Continue reading →

ANKARA (BBC NEWS) — Turkish police have detained at least 12 people, including a university head, in connection with an alleged plot to overthrow the government, reports say. Police also searched the headquarters of a television station and offices of … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON — The Turkish government has hired former House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-IL) to its team of lobbyists. The Armenian Assembly of America contends that the move is part of its continuing campaign to pressure President Barack Obama, his administration … Continue reading →