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Armenian organizers to discuss resolution

Leaders from the group United Young Armenians are scheduled to appear Thursday on “The Larry Zarian Show” to discuss the Armenian Genocide resolution in Congress, which has continuously stalled over the years amid fears that it would hurt U.S. relations with Turkey.

On March 4, the resolution officially recognizing the Armenian Genocide passed the House Foreign Affairs Committee 23 to 22 amid opposition from members of both parties who warned it could damage relations with Turkey, a strategic ally in the Middle East.

A similar effort failed in 2007 as a full House vote got closer.

Aroutin Hartounian, president of the United Young Armenians, which organizes thousands of genocide bill supporters for a rally in Hollywood each year, will discuss the latest development and ongoing challenges in bringing the resolution to a full vote in Congress.

Milena Mailyan, public relations director for the group, is also slated to appear on the show, which airs at 7 p.m. on Channel 280. The viewer call-in number is (818) 547-3668.

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Luncheon to raise funds for scholarships

Benefit Luncheon and Silent Auction will be Saturday at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.

Guest speaker is Chris Erskine, columnist for the Los Angeles Times who writes “Man of the House” in the Home section and “Fan of the House” for the Sports section.

Cost to attend is $50.

Proceeds go to scholarships for graduating senior high school girls planning to attend a four-year university.

For reservations, call (818) 242-6117.