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Armenian Genocide Bill worries U.S. companies
by Hurriyet, Feb 3, 2001
Posted: Tuesday, February 06, 2001 01:04 am CST

Missile manufacturer Lockheed Martin and helicopter manufacturer Northrop Grumman, the two leading producers of weapons in the United States, are worried about Turkey's reaction if the Armenian Genocide bill is accepted by the Maryland State Assembly.

These two weapon manufacturing companies have a total of half a billion dollar worth of business with Turkey and around 5000 employees. Observing Turkey's reaction after France recognized the Genocide, the two companies are worried that they will receive the same reaction from Turkey.

When Lobbyist is Greek

With this worry, Lockheed and Northrop demanded from their lobbyist in the assembly to get involved. However, the lobbyist George Manas of Greek origin, rejected their demand saying, "My grandfather was killed by the Turks. I will absolutely not get involved in this." Now, both companies are anxiously awaiting the passing of the Genocide Bill.

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