Turkish Institute for Progress Calls on Armenian Diaspora to Join Movement Seeking Reconciliation Instead of Further Division

WASHINGTON, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Turkish Institute for Progress (TIP) today decried the divisive tactics implemented by the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) as they attempt to convince American policymakers and business owners into supporting a resolution that undermines U.S. interests and jeopardizes chances for peace and reconciliation between the Turkish and Armenian communities. In recent months, Armenian advocates have attacked a Turkish ambassador, bullied members of Congress, and sent threatening letters to U.S. businesses.

"These types of divisive tactics have to stop," said former U.S. Representative Solomon P. Ortiz, who now serves as an advisor to TIP. "The Turkish Institute for Progress was created to serve as a positive example of how two communities can reconcile their differences and work together in the interest of peace and prosperity. We welcome the Armenian Diaspora and the powerful lobbying groups behind them to cease the tactics that create further conflict and join us in our mission to look toward the next hundred years."

Solomon P. Ortiz was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1982 and was reelected to represent his South Texas district 13 times. During his tenure, he served on the House Committee on Armed Services and as the Chairman of the Committee's Subcommittee on Readiness.

About the Turkish Institute for Progress:

The Turkish Institute for Progress was formed recently to demonstrate areas of international cooperation with Turkey and establish additional avenues to achieve global progress on economic, social, and security issues, including: breaking down barriers to trade, addressing regional energy dependence, and deterring the continued spread of radicalism. For more information please visit: http://www.turkishprogress.org/

SOURCE Turkish Institute for Progress

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