The Georgia resolution was spearheaded by Representatives Pat Gardner (D-Atlanta) and Demetrius Douglas (D-Stockbridge), both broadly respected Members of the legislature with strong records on education and human rights related issues. The legislators worked closely with ANC of Georgia advocates Dr. Sarkis Agasarkisian and Harutyun Agasarkisian, who have, for more than a decade, worked closely with federal, state and local officials on issues dealing with the Armenian Genocide and broader concerns dealing with Armenia and Artsakh.
“The Georgia Armenian community applauds the leadership of Representatives Gardner and Douglas in securing Georgia’s recognition of Nagorno Karabakh, affirming the universality of the democratic rights and freedoms that are the birthright of Americans and all the citizens of the world,” said Dr. Agasarkisian. “Having taken this proud and principled stand, we now look now to other American states to join with Georgia in recognizing Artsakh.”
The measure, H.R. 1580, which was brought to the floor for a vote on March 2nd and overwhelmingly adopted on a bipartisan basis, makes Georgia the sixth U.S. state to pass legislation recognizing the Nagorno Karabakh Republic, including California, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
In a series of whereas clauses, H.R. 1580 sets forth the facts regarding Nagorno Karabakh and its enduring struggle for freedom. The measure, in addition to calling for formal international recognition of Artsakh’s independence, recognizes the “sacrifices, dedication, and resolve shown by the people of the republic in the face of extreme adversity” and “extends best wishes for peace, prosperity, and continuing success.”
“We are profoundly gratified that America’s fundamental commitment to freedom is powerfully affirmed today in the state of Georgia’s principled recognition of the independence of the Republic of Nagorno Karabakh. This action truly underscores that the citizens of Georgia see liberty as an inalienable right, not just for Americans but for all the peoples of the earth,” said the Stephen Mesrobian, ANCA Eastern Region Chairman. “We thank the Agasarkisian family and all our local activists, and look forward to working with all our community and coalition partners to grow American support for Artsakh’s independence in cities and states across our great nation.”
The full text of the Resolution is provided below......http://asbarez.com/146962/state-of-georgia-recognizes-independence-of-nagorno-karabakh-republic/
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