Where Do Turkish Americans Belong? Exploring MENA, SWANA, and Turkic Identity Classifications As Turkish Americans continue to grow in number and civic engagement, one essential question remains unresolved: How should Turkish Americans be recognized in U.S. racial and ethnic classifications? Currently, Turkish Americans are generally categorized as “White” on federal forms, Census surveys, and government […]
California Assembly Resolution 25: Who Voted, What It Means, and What Turkish Americans Must Do Next On April 21, 2025, the California State Assembly adopted Assembly Resolution 25 (AR25), commemorating the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and designating April 24 as a day of remembrance. While the resolution is symbolic and non-binding, its language
H.R. 2585 and the Future of History Education: What Turkish Americans Need to Know In April 2025, U.S. Representative Dina Titus (D-NV) introduced H.R. 2585 – The Armenian Genocide Education Act, a national-level bill that proposes allocating $10 million over five years to the Library of Congress to support the development and dissemination of educational
One Narrative, Many Consequences: The Armenian Genocide Resolutions Across U.S. States In recent years, and especially in 2025, an increasing number of U.S. states have introduced or passed legislation and resolutions that adopt a single-sided narrative of the Armenian Genocide — often without any reference to the broader historical context or Türkiye’s perspective. These resolutions,
One-Sided Resolutions on Cyprus: Why Turkish Americans Must Speak Up Across the United States, a concerning trend is unfolding: several state legislatures are adopting resolutions regarding the Cyprus issue that promote a one-sided narrative, portraying the 1974 Turkish intervention solely as an “invasion” or “occupation.” These resolutions ignore the historical context, the 1974 coup backed
Did President Trump Purposefully Avoid the Word “Genocide”? A Closer Look at the 2025 Armenian Remembrance Day Message On April 24, 2025, President Donald J. Trump released a presidential message commemorating Armenian Remembrance Day. While expressing sympathy for the suffering experienced during the final years of the Ottoman Empire, the message notably did
Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Meets with Turkish Americans in Washington, D.C. We were honored to welcome Congressman Suhas Subramanyam as he met with members of the Turkish-American community in Washington, D.C. The Congressman shared his inspiring journey as an Indian-American candidate, speaking openly about how he overcame objections, navigated challenges, and stayed committed to public service
Support Jenifer Rajkumar for NYC Public Advocate Championing Inclusive Leadership for All Communities Jenifer Rajkumar is a trailblazing leader committed to representing the diverse tapestry of New York City. As the first South Asian-American woman elected to the New York State Assembly, she has consistently advocated for immigrant communities, small businesses, and inclusive policies that
TCUSA PAC Statement on the Legal Proceedings Against Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu
Building Bridges: Hulya Erol-Garvett Connects with Rep. Tom Barrett at NRCC Event Hulya Erol-Garvett had the opportunity to engage with Rep. Tom Barrett during the NRCC event, discussing key issues affecting Michigan and beyond. As a proud Turkish-American, Hulya is committed to fostering meaningful relationships with leaders who value the contributions of diverse communities. She
