Another Flip Flop!
This time its our old pal George W. Bush. Most of you are aware of the "genocide bill" congress is trying to move forward, and Bush's opposition to it. But, has this always been his position?
http://www.anca.org/press_releases/press_releases.php?prid=3
George W. Bush for President
February 19, 2000
Mr. Edgar Hagopian
Mr. Vasken Setrakian
Dear Edgar and Vasken,
Thank you for your inquiry to my campaign regarding issues of concern to Armenian Americans.
The twentieth century was marred by wars of unimaginable brutality,
mass murder and genocide. History records that the Armenians were the
first people of the last century to have endured these cruelties. The
Armenians were subjected to a genocidal campaign that defies
comprehension and commands all decent people to remember and
acknowledge the facts and lessons of an awful crime in a century of
bloody crimes against humanity. If elected President, I would ensure
that our nation properly recognizes the tragic suffering of the
Armenian people.
The Armenian diaspora and the emergence of an independent Republic of
Armenia stand as a testament to the resiliency of the Armenian people.
In this new century, the United States must actively support the
independence of all the nations of the Caucasus by promising the
peaceful settlement of regional disputes and the economic development
of the region. American assistance to Armenia to encourage the
development of democracy, the rule of law and a tolerant open society
is vital. It has my full support.
I am encouraged by recent discussions between the governments of
Armenia and Azerbaijan. The United States should work actively to
promote peace in the region and should be willing to serve as a
mediator. But ultimately peace must be negotiated and sustained by the
parties involved. Lasting peace can come only from agreements they
judge to be in their best interests.
I appreciate the tremendous contribution of the Armenian community to
the United States. The Armenian community has been and will continue to
be a model of dedication to values of faith and family.
Sincerely,
[signed]
George W. Bush
