I, having moved to America from Iran at the age of 8, consider myself
an American Armenian, not just an Armenian.
Though it is true that people in America have the freedom of speech, I
strongly feel that some people should think before making comments. In
his letter to the Glendale News-Press, it was obvious that the issue on
the mind of Paul Carney was whether not whether the Armenian Genocide
would be recognized. If he is concerned about the issue of the Armenian
Genocide, he should stick to that issue rather than releasing hatred.
I have grown up in the Glendale, attended the public schools and
participated in many activities benefiting Armenians, other cultures, our
city and humanity.
I am not saddened by Mr. Carney's comments, because I know that the
non-Armenian citizens of Glendale do not posses the hatred that was shown
toward Armenians.
I see the interaction of Armenians with Koreans, Latinos, African
Americans and Americans as a learning process for cultures enriching our
lives.
For all the residents of Glendale, I praise all of you for having the
ability to make Glendale such a great place to live.
HENRIK SARDABEGIANS
Glendale
