SYDNEY: The Armenian Genocide Commemorative Committee (AGCC) has confirmed distinguished political commentator Charles Mahtesian as Australia's keynote guest for the 98th Anniversary of Armenian Genocide commemorative events this year.
Mahtesian is the National Political Editor for POLITICO, the leading Washington, D.C.-based publication. He earned his bachelor’s degree in politics from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from The American University.
Mahtesian, an expert on American politics, has served as an election night analyst for National Public Radio andappeared on numerous radio and television programs, including NPR’s "All Things Considered", MSNBC's "Hardball with Chris Matthews", and on FOX News, C-SPAN, CNN and the BBC.
He has written for a variety of newspapers, journals, and magazines, including The Washington Post, The Weekly Standard, National Journal, Congress Daily, Government Executive, and Campaigns and Elections.
Vache Kahramanian, a member of the AGCC, said: "We look forward to Charles Mahtesian joining us for the commemoration of the 98th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide."
"Mr. Mahtesian brings years of experience in the public arena, and will provide a unique American political insider's view of Armenian Genocide recognition within the United States and related matters."
The AGCC has also confirmed the following details of the National Armenian Genocide Commemoration in Sydney, which will feature Mahtesian as keynote speaker:
Tuesday, 23rd April 2013
National Armenian Genocide Commemoration in Sydney
Keynote Speaker Charles Mahtesian
7:30pm, The Willoughby Concourse Concert Hall
Victoria Avenue Chatswood NSW
Further details for the Armenian Genocide Commemorative Week (Sydney andMelbourne) will be released in the coming days.
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