Washington briefing: David Krikorian in tight race for Ohio congressional seat

by Emil Sanamyan and Lusine Sarkisyan

Published: Saturday October 11, 2008

David Krikorian and family campaigning. Washington -

Cincinnati-area business­person David Krikorian is making the strongest non­party bid for the House of Representatives this year, according to RealClearPolitics.com on October 9. Mr. Krikorian has been an activist for the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) in Ohio.

Various surveys have shown Mr. Krikorian polling between 10 and 20 percent in the state's 2nd congressional district, putting him within reach of his opponents, incumbent Republican Rep. Jean Schmidt and her Democratic challenger Victoria Wulsin, who are believed to be tied at 35 to 40 percent. The three came together on October 6 for a debate that focused on the economy and the recent bailout of major financial companies.

Ms. Schmidt is a member of the congressional Turkey Caucus and opposes Armenian Genocide affirmation. In the previous election cycle, she narrowly defeated Ms. Wulsin.

The ANCA, which in 2006 endorsed Ms. Wulsin, is strongly backing Mr. Krikorian in this election.

connect:

http://www.krikorianforcongress.com