March 10, 2021
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh pictured during his formal remarks at the centennial commemoration of the Armenian Genocide at Armenian Heritage Park, April 2015 (Photo: Isabel Leon from the office of Marty Walsh/City of Boston/Facebook)
BY LILLIAN AVEDIAN AND LEEZA ARAKELIAN
BOSTON—Mayor Marty Walsh has issued a statement of apology to the Armenian community of Boston and rescinded a recent proclamation declaring February 26 Khojaly Commemoration Day. “Unfortunately on our part, this was done without our typical review process, which includes conferring with all those potentially impacted,” the apology letter reads. “Following conversations with leaders of the Armenian-American community, we realize that this proclamation has been hurtful to many of you.”