THE WALTER KARABIAN ARCHIVE
VIDEOS
A look at seminal events
through the lens of Karabian's
personal narrative
Irreconcilable Differences:
Karabian’s contribution to California’s divorce law.
Armenian Origins:
Community and the roots of
Fresno Armenians
Getting Ready for USC:
The path from high school
to college.
Life in Sacramento:
Political reputation and rise
as Majority Leader.
William Saroyan:
A lively encounter at USC with
the famed writer.
Entry into Politics:
Running for office and
Sacramento dynamics.
Winning and Self Reflection:
The mechanics of campaigning
and thoughts on legacy.
Historical Icons:
Various heroes and
influential figures.
Legislative Agenda:
Tackling issues that mattered
in Sacramento
Roots and Heroes:
Armenian identity and reflections on historical figures.
Sacramento Allies:
Getting along with legislators
from both aisles.
Majority Leader:
Responsibilities as
Democratic Leader.
Hijacked:
A terrifying experience on a hijacked Japan Airlines plane.
The Armenian Community:
Thoughts on Armenian-American activities and accomplishments.
A Special Honor:
Receiving the Order of St. Gregory the Illuminator Medal.
Armenian Activism:
The Armenian Film Foundation and the George Ignatius Foundation.
Armenian Influences:
The people who connected Karabian to heritage.
Fresno Armenians:
Memories about the Armenian community of Fresno.
High School in Fresno:
Multicultural experiences
as a youth.
Trojan Influences:
The individuals at USC who had
an impact on Karabian.
Election to Legislature:
Getting ahead in Sacramento as a member of the State Assembly.
Time at NYU:
Law school experiences and encounters in New York.
Relationship with Saroyan:
A bond with the Armenian-American author.
Meeting Fidel:
A trip to Cuba and an encounter with its leader.
USC and the 1960 Convention:
Student government and encounters with JFK and LBJ.
Recollections:
A look back on life, career and accomplishments.
Looking Back:
Reflections on USC
and its impact.