Why Yes: Arman Babajanyan

MP Arman Babajanyan wrote on his Facebook page:

“Following the disgraceful elections held on February 19, 2008, the acting president congratulates the ‘victorious president.’ The opposition does not agree with the published preliminary results. Protests and round-the-clock rallies begin. The government is preparing for March 1. The Constitutional Court is preparing for its share of the crime.

12 YEARS AGO ON THIS DAY: CONGRATULATIONS TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA SERJ SARGSYAN FOR WINNING THE 2008 ELECTIONS

Dear Mr. Sargsyan,

I sincerely congratulate you on your convincing victory in the 2008 presidential elections. The votes you received in a free and fair election are a mandate for the ongoing reforms aimed at the rapid development and democratization of the Republic of Armenia.

Maintaining economic growth rates, overcoming poverty, ensuring a new quality of life, deepening Armenia's international engagement, and a fair and final resolution to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict are just a few of the many challenges presented to you by the people.

I am confident that you will invest all your knowledge and skills into achieving these goals. I am convinced that the coming years of your presidency will be marked by strengthening the stability of the state and deepening tolerance within society. Armenia is endowed with exceptional human potential which must be fully utilized for the advancement of our Homeland.

I wish you robust health, vigor, and strength in serving the people in your highest office.”