[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 50 (Friday, April 22, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E745]
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                   ARMENIAN GENOCIDE 90TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. ERIC CANTOR

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 21, 2005

  Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, April 24th marks the anniversary of one of 
the most horrible tragedies of the 20th century, the genocide that was 
committed against the Armenian people by the Ottoman Empire. Over one 
million people were forced into exile and lost their lives during this 
horrible tragedy that befell the Armenian people in 1915.
  The United States is proud of the strong ties we share with Armenia. 
Over the years many Armenian-Americans have helped to enrich and 
enhance our Nation's character; we have remained committed to peace in 
the region and will continue to help Armenia with its economic 
prosperity and strengthening of its democracy.
  On this day of remembrance I send my solemn wishes to Armenians 
everywhere. I look forward to our nations working toward a future of 
peace, prosperity, and continued freedom.

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