In interview to 168.am the leader of “Republican” party Aram Sargsyan, commented on the question whether there is any danger, taking into account that many people think that if the disagreements of the ANC-PAP continue, the ANC party members may leave the union ranks.
“I was sure that my coming-out of the party, the ANC would have consensus. When all the nominated candidates gathered at the ANC’s parliamentary elections, about 250-300 people and I expressed my opinion, no one responded.
I realized that the “Republican” party was in the minority that our position was not accepted, and we halt the ANC to carry out its activities. I left the ANC to provide consensus. I cannot say whether the discordant parties will leave ANC or not. There are people who have so much experience and ability that do not need my good or bad advice. I showed my attitude in this regard.
Yes, now I listen to people who are against this unification, but at that time I was really alone. If in the past these political figures voiced their disagreements against it like now, maybe there was another situation in the ANC. But it is from the “if” series, and the ANC has its own strategy, its own way, and if it believes that the partnership is right, I will not prevent this. Time will show how beneficial it is for the public and the policy.
If I didn’t consider my approach correct, I would not take such an extreme step. With sincere heart, I wish that the ANC, as an opposition, as a structure, to be more crystallized, and make decisions by consensus.” he said.
