US Genocide Recognition and the Assault on Armenia’s Sovereignty
Our good nature as a people has often led to self-criticism of political naivety. The long awaited official recognition of the Armenian Genocide was welcomed by a large majority of…
We stand with Armenia! Just what does that mean?
During these times of disappointment and uncertainty, it is natural to share slogans that reflect our feelings, particularly towards the homeland. One of the more common expressions is that we…
Difficult Choices for a Recovering Armenia
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly It is a significant understatement to say that it has been a trying year for the Republic of Armenia. The Velvet Revolution came…
Our powerful message: A genocide unpunished continues
When conducting a long-term campaign for human rights and justice, the messaging must be clear and consistent. Over the decades, we have used different slogans, but the objective has always…
Looking for inspiration? Find it in our youth.
The last few weeks in this column have been devoted to the metaphor of springtime and its relevance to our community. During the fall and winter periods of 2020, the…
Finally Recognition…Recalling the Long Road
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly April 24, 2021 will forever hold special meaning for American Armenians. Armenians are loyal and contributing citizens to this country. It began with…
Entering the Reparations Phase: Who is leading?
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly Regardless of whether President Biden honors his commitment to officially recognize the Armenian Genocide, the battle for recognition has clearly swung in favor…
Will this be the year and the President?
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly Springtime is upon us! Warmer weather (it’s all relative) has returned and so has the greenery to those areas where trees and plants…
Do we commemorate or live the Resurrection?
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly With the celebration of Easter Sunday this past week, the season of Eastertide opens for the Christian community. This time is particularly focused…
The Ides of March. A Day of Redemption.
BY STEPAN PILIGIAN | The Armenian Weekly Nearly all high school students will instantly recognize the famous phrase in English literature “et tu Brute?”, which Julius Caesar uttered moments before…