11 Φεβρουαρίου, 2021

The American Hellenic Institute Urges Congress to Honor Greece’s 200th Independence Day

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The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) applauds the introduction of bipartisan legislation in the United States Senate that commemorates Greece’s 200th independence day, and highlights the U.S.-Greece bilateral relationship.

President of AHI Nick Larigakis said, “AHI congratulates the original sponsors of this resolution, Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and John Barrasso (R-WY) , for their efforts to commemorate Greece’s bicentennial and reaffirm the US-Greece bilateral relationship. We encourage the resolution’s speedy passage.”

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Action

Contact your legislators, identify yourself as a constituent, and ask to speak with the legislator’s legislative director or foreign affairs legislative assistant.

U.S. Senate

Request your U.S. senators to co-sponsor and pass the resolution

Why Is This Legislation Important?

A strong message must be sent that Greece is both an important friend and a strategic ally of the United States.

What Will the Legislation Do?

· Recognizes the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence Day

· Celebrates Ancient Greece as the birthplace of democracy and the enduring commitment of the Greek people to democratic principles

· Acknowledges the important role that Greece has played on the global stage in addition to the country’s strong relationship with the United States

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