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August 18, 2008 ANCA Leo Sarkisian Internship 2008 Review: ANCA Interns Return to University and Community Life Committed to Strengthening Grassroots Activism Elections 2008: Have the Congressional Candidates in Your Area Submitted an ANCA Questionnaire? Contact them now! Armenian Americans in Orange County and San Diego Show Strong Support for ANCA Advocacy ANCA Congratulates 100th Anniversary of ASBAREZ Daily Newspaper Receive the Asbarez Daily Post Visit Asbarez.com Rep. Cohen Shoves Armenian journalist | Watch video A summer of intense grassroots activism and political training came to an end this week as the 2008 Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) “Leo Sarkisian” summer interns returned to their campuses and communities, energized to put their enhanced skills to work in advancing Armenian American advocacy priorities. In their own words Reflections of the 2008 ANCA Leo Sarkisian Interns Ready, Set, Hai Tahd. . . Rita Astoor U.C. Berkeley – Class of 2010 From Newspapers to Hearings to Congressional Meetings. . . Nieri Avanessian University of Michigan, Class of 2011 Two Meetings a Week Just Don’t Cut It Anymore Razmik Tchakmakian Seneca College – Class of 2009 From Apprehension to Anticipation . . . Arbi Vartan U.C. Berkeley - Class of 2009 Diplomacy 101 Zori Eurdekian Babson College, Class of 2010 Buenos Aires to DC: Bridging the North – South Divide Razmig Nalpatian Univ. of Buenos Aires, Class of 2012 This year’s participants gathered from across the U.S., Canada, and as far away as Argentina to work in the ANCA national headquarters and gain first-hand Armenian American advocacy training in the heart of Washington, D.C. “Having such a diverse group of motivated and intelligent young activists, each with different backgrounds and experiences, really added to the richness of this year’s internship experience,” said Internship Coordinator Serouj Aprahamian. “I think they’ve gained a lot, not only from working in the office but also from one another and I’m sure they will go on to be true torchbearers for our Cause well into the future.” Read more. . . Play Ball! ANCA Leo Sarkisian interns enjoy the annual Congressional Baseball Game with House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD). ARMENIAN AMERICANS IN ORANGE COUNTY AND SAN DIEGO SHOW STRONG SUPPORT FOR ANCA ADVOCACY TUSTIN, CA - The Armenian National Committee of America’s (ANCA) confident and strong message of political activism was welcomed by Armenian Americans from across Southern California recently during two well-attended fundraising events held in Orange County and San Diego. The ANCA gathering in the San Diego area was hosted by John and Cynthia Andonian of Rancho Santa Fe, while the Orange County function was organized by the Orange County ANC and generously hosted by Garbis and Zov Karamardian at their restaurant in Tustin, appropriately named Zov’s. “Many thanks to John and Cynthia, Garbis and Zov and the Orange County ANC team for hosting these two beautiful gatherings," remarked ANCA National Chairman Ken Hachikian. "I appreciated the opportunity to exchange ideas and share the work of the ANCA in Washington, DC and across the U.S. It is no secret that the success of Armenian American advocacy efforts stems directly from grassroots activism. These gatherings in San Diego, Orange County, and around the nation help us build on past achievements and re-energize our team to advance the Armenian Cause," Hachikian added. The event at the home of John and Cynthia Andonian brought together a combination of longtime ANCA supporters and individuals interested in learning more about the organization’s efforts. Read more. . . ANCA Congratulates Asbarez Armenian Daily on 100th Anniversary The Armenian National Committee of America national board, regional leadership, local chapters, staff, volunteers, and activists across the United States join with all Armenian Americans in congratulating Asbarez for a century of exemplary service and selfless sacrifice for the Armenian Cause. This historic milestone marks a hundred years of education, motivation, and activation of our community on behalf of the national and democratic aspirations of the Armenian nation. We are proud of this legacy, emboldened by the example it has set for generations of Armenian Americans of informed civic activism, and eager to work with the Asbarez family as they build upon their past accomplishments in new, exciting, and powerful ways. In Common Cause for a Free, Independent, United Armenia, Armenian National Committee of America National Board and Staff Eastern Region Board and Staff Western Region Board and Staff Get your ANCA and Community News on a Daily Basis! Sign Up for the Asbarez Daily Post | visit www.asbarez.com