The former UFC light heavy weight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson recognizes Armenian Genocide
Monday, November 30, -1As April 24th approaches, more and more people are joining forces in raising awareness of the horrifying events that happened to Armenian people in 1915. 1,5 million of innocent people became victims of the Genocide, which remains unrecognized by Turkey up to this day.
The Armenian community in America is holding numerous events to commemorate the Armenian Genocide and honor the victims.
ArmenianBD.com had an exclusive interview with the 4-time International Judo champion, WEC World Champion, UFC former #1 contender Karo Parisyan and the former UFC light heavy weight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson who officially recognized the Armenian Genocide.
“We urge you to acknowledge the Armenian Genocide”, - Karo Parisyan.
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson followed with his announcement:
“I recognize the Armenian Genocide, that over 1,5 million of innocent people were killed. It is very sad that any race, anybody should have to endure this type of pain. Think about all the people that are left behind to mourn even a hundred years later. I feel like everyone should show their support for the Armenian community on April 24th. People should remember this day and everyone should find time and nice words to say to the Armenian community. They should show their support and recognize that this really did happen. It is very sad for us, human beings, to be capable of doing something of this manner. It is a very serious thing and means a lot to many people. Thanks for listening to me today.”
These humble and heartwarming words of Quinton "Rampage" Jackson in support of the Armenian Genocide mean a lot for the Armenian people. Hopefully more people will follow this example and recognize the Armenian Genocide.
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