Democrats’ Victory in House to Promote Armenian Genocide Recognition

The balance of power shifted in Washington yesterday as Democrats took control over the House of Representatives, paving the way for Armenian Caucus Member Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to become the first female Speaker of the House. Pelosi’s anticipated rise, coupled with the likelihood of numerous Caucus Democrats picking up important leadership positions, will expand the scope and influence of this important body in the next congressional session. As part of that power shift, House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-Ill) will pass the Speaker’s gavel to Pelosi, making her the first Armenian Caucus Member to hold that position. Pelosi has a strong record of support on Armenian-American issues and has regularly called on the Administration to properly acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. She is currently a cosponsor of H. Res. 316 – a bill that affirms the attempted annihilation of the Armenian people as genocide, reports the Armenian Assembly of America.