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Arab Center of Washington DC to release survey on Arab Public Opinion and Implications for Trump’s Policies in the Region

Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on Arab Center of Washington DC to release survey on Arab Public Opinion and Implications for Trump’s Policies in the Region
Arab Center of Washington DC to release survey on Arab Public Opinion and Implications for Trump’s Policies in the Region

Arab Center of Washington DC to release survey on Arab Public Opinion and Implications for Trump’s Policies in the Region The Arab Center of Washington DC will host a panel discussion analyzing the results of the Arab Center’s 2025 Arab Opinion index on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, at the National Press Club. The Arab Center…

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Global icon Shakira to Perform Post-Race Concert at the FORMULA 1 STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2026

Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Global icon Shakira to Perform Post-Race Concert at the FORMULA 1 STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2026
Global icon Shakira to Perform Post-Race Concert at the FORMULA 1 STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2026

Global icon Shakira to Perform Post-Race Concert at the FORMULA 1 STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2026 Multi-GRAMMY award winning, Colombian superstar will light up the Main Stage at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Sunday 19th April 2026 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (5 February 2026) – The Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) is thrilled to confirm that…

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Dark money super PAC dumps cash into TV ads to influence 2nd Congressional District Illinois

Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on Dark money super PAC dumps cash into TV ads to influence 2nd Congressional District Illinois
Dark money super PAC dumps cash into TV ads to influence 2nd Congressional District Illinois

Dark money super PAC dumps cash into TV ads to influence 2nd Congressional District Illinois PRESS RELEASE — A dark money super PAC dubbed “Affordable Chicago Now!” which filed a statement of organization just last week and is believed to be funded by the right-wing group AIPAC, but has yet to disclose a single donor, has…

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Congresswoman Delia Ramirez honored by American Arab Chamber of Commerce

Posted on February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Delia Ramirez honored by American Arab Chamber of Commerce
Congresswoman Delia Ramirez honored by American Arab Chamber of Commerce

Congresswoman Delia Ramirez honored by American Arab Chamber of Commerce Cook/DuPage County, IL – U.S. Rep Delia Ramirez promised to continue to be open to the concerns of all communities, including to the concerns of Arabs and Muslims in her district and in Illinois, during a meeting with members of the American Arab Chamber of…

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Abughazaleh Campaign Surpasses $3 Million Raised, Powered by More Than 57,000 Grassroots Donors

Posted on February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Abughazaleh Campaign Surpasses $3 Million Raised, Powered by More Than 57,000 Grassroots Donors
Abughazaleh Campaign Surpasses $3 Million Raised, Powered by More Than 57,000 Grassroots Donors

Abughazaleh Campaign Surpasses $3 Million Raised, Powered by More Than 57,000 Grassroots Donors Kat Abughazaleh’s campaign for Congress in Illinois’ Ninth Congressional District announced today that it has surpassed $3 million raised this cycle, underscoring the campaign’s growing momentum, powered overwhelmingly by small-dollar donors and broad grassroots participation. The milestone includes nearly 4,500 new donors…

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Rise in anti-Arab discrimination in America “more intense” and “alarming” ADC official warns

Posted on January 24, 2026January 24, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rise in anti-Arab discrimination in America “more intense” and “alarming” ADC official warns
Rise in anti-Arab discrimination in America “more intense” and “alarming” ADC official warns

Rise in anti-Arab discrimination in America “more intense” and “alarming” ADC official warns By Ray Hanania Anti-Arab racism is increasing “dramatically” but more “alarmingly” are becoming commonplace across every aspect of American life, the executive director of the American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee Abed Ayoub said recently. Ayoub said anti-Arab discrimination has been weaponized “across-the-board” by…

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ADC Condemns New Visa Freeze Using ‘Public Charge’ Criteria to Deny Entry and Separate Families

Posted on January 16, 2026January 16, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on ADC Condemns New Visa Freeze Using ‘Public Charge’ Criteria to Deny Entry and Separate Families
ADC Condemns New Visa Freeze Using ‘Public Charge’ Criteria to Deny Entry and Separate Families

ADC Condemns New Visa Freeze Using ‘Public Charge’ Criteria to Deny Entry and Separate Families The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) on Jan. 14, 2026 strongly condemns the State Department’s action freezing visa processing for nationals from 75 countries under an expanded and deeply troubling interpretation of the “public charge” doctrine. Unlike prior travel bans that…

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American Arab Chamber of Commerce releases endorsements in key Illinois races

Posted on January 14, 2026January 14, 2026 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on American Arab Chamber of Commerce releases endorsements in key Illinois races
American Arab Chamber of Commerce releases endorsements in key Illinois races

American Arab Chamber of Commerce releases endorsements in key Illinois races Press Release/Chicago, IL – The American Arab Chamber of Commerce, the longest and largest Arab Chamber in Illinois, today released its list of endorsements for candidates running in key contests have been responsive to the community. In a statement, the AACCUSA Board said the…

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Islamic Scholarship Fund ISF Scholarship & Program Applications are Open!

Posted on January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Islamic Scholarship Fund ISF Scholarship & Program Applications are Open!
Islamic Scholarship Fund ISF Scholarship & Program Applications are Open!

Islamic Scholarship Fund ISF Scholarship & Program Applications are Open! The ISF is excited to announce that applications are open now through March 21st for ISF’s upcoming 2026-2027 internships, fellowships, and scholarships. These programs are designed to provide mentorship, financial resources, and professional development opportunities for the next generation of leaders, and we are looking…

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Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

Posted on January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

Zakat Foundation of America honors memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Zakat Foundation of America honors MLK legacy by providing aid and assistance to the poor and needy in Chicago area, 8 states and 48 service events in locations around the country.  In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King the Zakat Foundation of America has initiated a National Day of Service program across…

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The Legacies of the Middle East in 2025 Are Likely to Repeat in 2026

Posted on January 8, 2026January 8, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Legacies of the Middle East in 2025 Are Likely to Repeat in 2026
The Legacies of the Middle East in 2025 Are Likely to Repeat in 2026

The Legacies of the Middle East in 2025 Are Likely to Repeat in 2026 By Yara M. Asi, Daniel Brumberg, Elobaid Elobaid, Samia Errazzouki, Imad K. Harb, Marwan Kabalan, Nabeel A. Khoury, Laurie King, Assal Rad, Rend Al-Rahim, and Mtanes Shihadeh In 2025, the Middle East and North Africa saw Israel’s genocidal war on Palestinians and destabilizing military attacks across the wider region,…

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Challengers in Illinois’ 6th and 10th Congressional Districts Face Voters on The Lightning Strike

Posted on January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Challengers in Illinois’ 6th and 10th Congressional Districts Face Voters on The Lightning Strike
Challengers in Illinois’ 6th and 10th Congressional Districts Face Voters on The Lightning Strike

Challengers in Illinois’ 6th and 10th Congressional Districts Face Voters on The Lightning Strike Voters in two closely watched Illinois congressional districts heard directly from Democratic primary challengers on Sunday morning January 4, 2026 during a candidates’ forum broadcast on The Lightning Strike, the weekly progressive radio program airing on WCPT 820 AM Radio. The…

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Arab Center Analysis: Israel’s declining support among American Evangelicals 

Posted on January 1, 2026January 1, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab Center Analysis: Israel’s declining support among American Evangelicals 
Arab Center Analysis: Israel’s declining support among American Evangelicals 

Arab Center Analysis: Israel’s declining support among American Evangelicals By Jonathan Kuttab for the Arab Center of Washington D.C. Evangelical Christian support for Israel and its policies has long been one of the bedrock factors behind backing for Israel in the United States. Such support pervaded all sectors of American decision-making at the executive and…

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Mayor-Elect Mamdani Appoints Education Veteran Kamar Samuels as Schools Chancellor To Deliver Educational Excellence

Posted on December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mayor-Elect Mamdani Appoints Education Veteran Kamar Samuels as Schools Chancellor To Deliver Educational Excellence
Mayor-Elect Mamdani Appoints Education Veteran Kamar Samuels as Schools Chancellor To Deliver Educational Excellence

Mayor-Elect Mamdani Appoints Education Veteran Kamar Samuels as Schools Chancellor To Deliver Educational Excellence Samuels will partner with the Mayor-elect to raise outcomes in reading and math, confront school segregation, invest in educators, combat student homelessness, and deliver educational excellence for every student. As Superintendent in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Samuels has improved students’ literacy scores…

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Taybeh exposes claims Christians are “treated better in Israel” than in Arab countries

Posted on December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Taybeh exposes claims Christians are “treated better in Israel” than in Arab countries
Taybeh exposes claims Christians are “treated better in Israel” than in Arab countries

Taybeh exposes claims Christians are “treated better in Israel” than in Arab countries By Ray Hanania Chicago, IL – During a public speech days before the Christian celebration of Christmas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bragged that “Israel is the only country in the Middle East that grants Christians full religious freedom … and is…

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ICYMI: Shaheen Secures Repeal of Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria in Annual Defense Bill

Posted on December 19, 2025December 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on ICYMI: Shaheen Secures Repeal of Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria in Annual Defense Bill
ICYMI: Shaheen Secures Repeal of Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria in Annual Defense Bill

ICYMI: Shaheen Secures Repeal of Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria in Annual Defense Bill U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, secured a provision to repeal Caesar sanctions on Syria in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which now heads to the President’s desk for…

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Secretary of State Rubio rebuffs Rule of Law and defends war crimes by Israel

Posted on December 19, 2025December 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Secretary of State Rubio rebuffs Rule of Law and defends war crimes by Israel
Secretary of State Rubio rebuffs Rule of Law and defends war crimes by Israel

Secretary of State Rubio rebuffs Rule of Law and defends war crimes by Israel Rubio sanctions ICC Judges for issuing war crimes indictments against Israeli government criminals. Twisted Rubio statement below. Rubio act violates US Laws and defends international war crimes, exposing American soldiers to prosecution and allowing war criminals to target Americans Today, I…

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CAIR LDF, MLFA, SPLC and Akeel & Valentine Sue Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Over ‘Blatantly Unconstitutional’ Executive Order

Posted on December 16, 2025December 16, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on CAIR LDF, MLFA, SPLC and Akeel & Valentine Sue Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Over ‘Blatantly Unconstitutional’ Executive Order
CAIR LDF, MLFA, SPLC and Akeel & Valentine Sue Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Over ‘Blatantly Unconstitutional’ Executive Order

CAIR LDF, MLFA, SPLC and Akeel & Valentine Sue Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Over ‘Blatantly Unconstitutional’ Executive Order Akeel & Valentine, CAIR Legal Defense Fund (CAIR LDF), the Muslim Legal Fund of America (MLFA) and the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) announced on Monday Dec. 15, 2025 the filing of a federal lawsuit challenging Florida…

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