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RAY HANANIA — Op-Ed writer, author, radio host, podcaster Ray Hanania is an award winning political and humor columnist who analyzes American and Middle East politics, and life in general. He is an author of several books. Hanania covered Chicago Politics and Chicago City Hall from 1976 through 1992 at the Daily Southtown and the Chicago Sun-Times. He began writing in 1975 publishing The Middle Eastern Voice newspaper in Chicago (1975-1977). He later published “The National Arab American Times” newspaper (2004-2007). Hanania writes weekly columns on Middle East and American Arab issues as Special US Correspondent for the Arab News ArabNews.com, at TheArabDailyNews.com, and at SuburbanChicagoland.com. Hanania is the recipient of four (4) Chicago Headline Club “Peter Lisagor Awards” for Column writing. In November 2006, he was named “Best Ethnic American Columnist” by the New American Media. In 2009, Hanania received the prestigious Sigma Delta Chi Award for Writing from the Society of Professional Journalists. Click here to send Ray Hanania email. Follow RayHanania on Gettr.com, the uncensored Twitter Ray Hanania on Gettr, the new Twitter

Mediterranean Diet Recipe: Jareesh, whole wheat berry favorite

Posted on March 19, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Mediterranean Diet Recipe: Jareesh, whole wheat berry favorite

Mediterranean Diet Recipe: Jareesh, whole wheat berry favorite By Nijma Darwish Jareesh (sometimes referred to as Jareesha) is amazing in its simplicity; with just a few ingredients you can enjoy a ridiculous rich taste and a meal large enough to feed a village. It’s easy to prepare, but like many Arab dishes requires a bit…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Features, Food, Spotlight

Illinois Senator Silverstein to censor American critics of foreign country Israel

Posted on March 19, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Illinois Senator Silverstein to censor American critics of foreign country Israel
Illinois Senator Silverstein to censor American critics of foreign country Israel

Illinois Senator Silverstein to censor American critics of foreign country Israel By Ray Hanania An Illinois state Senator has introduced legislation that would deny Americans the right to criticize or boycott an educational institution in a foreign country, and deny state funding to any organization in which criticism or boycott has been expressed. The law…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, News, Palestine & Jordan, Ray Hanania

Pro-Israel bullying on college campuses is so unAmerican

Posted on March 18, 2014August 20, 2019 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Pro-Israel bullying on college campuses is so unAmerican
Pro-Israel bullying on college campuses is so unAmerican

Pro-Israel bullying on college campuses is so unAmerican By Ray Hanania When I was in college in the early 1970s, the world wasn’t much different than it was today. Today’s conflicts in the Middle East were matched by conflicts in Eastern Europe. Today’s “Arab Spring” was replaced back then by the Cold War. Today’s wars…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Ray Hanania, Spotlight

Hoda Kotb named among Women of Influence for 2014

Posted on March 17, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Hoda Kotb named among Women of Influence for 2014

Hoda Kotb named among Women of Influence for 2014 American Arab journalist and Today Show reporter Hoda Kotb will be among those honored May 1 by the T.J. Marshall Foundation for Leukemia, Caner and AIDS Research. Honorees also include fashion designer Randi Rahm, Z100 Radio’s Sharon Dastur, and founder of Radio One Cathy Hughes. The T.J….

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, News, News Media

How to market to American Arabs and Muslims

Posted on March 14, 2014August 20, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on How to market to American Arabs and Muslims

How to market to American Arabs and Muslims By Thabet al-Arabi The Arab Daily News is a new online news and feature website that showcases original content focused on American Arabs and Muslims. It may not sound unique, but it is. Most print and online publications addressing American Arabs and Muslims are actually producing content…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Business, Commentary

Actor Edward James Olmos headlines Detroit diversity conference April 10 in Dearborn

Posted on March 14, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Actor Edward James Olmos headlines Detroit diversity conference April 10 in Dearborn

Actor Edward James Olmos headlines Detroit diversity conference April 10 in Dearborn By Ray Hanania Golden Globe and Academy Award nominee Edward James Olmos will headline the annual Images and Perceptions Diversity Conference in Dearborn April 10 featuring a day-long program of entertainment, educational instruction and attendee participation exploring issues of diversity. This year’s theme is “Embracing…

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American Arabs, Entertainment, News, Ray Hanania

Miss USA to Yahala Voice: ”Dream Big Guys”

Posted on March 13, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Miss USA to Yahala Voice: ”Dream Big Guys”

Miss USA to Yahala Voice: ”Dream Big Guys” By Reyad Ajour I could hear her breathe five feet away. Time is passing and there is complete silence– which you don’t hear very often in radio station offices. She seemed nervous, pissed, and lost. I couldn’t help but notice the disappointment on her face. She was…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Entertainment, Spotlight

American Muslims for Palestine slams Northeastern University for discrimination

Posted on March 13, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on American Muslims for Palestine slams Northeastern University for discrimination
American Muslims for Palestine slams Northeastern University for discrimination

American Muslims for Palestine slams Northeastern University for discrimination By Ray Hanania Northeastern University in Boston, which reportedly has a history of anti-Arab policies that appear to target students because of their race and politics, has again created another controversy, this time banning a student chapter that supports non-violence and Palestinian rights. NEU announced that…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, News, Ray Hanania

Eileen Fleming, American Dreams, Radicals and Reporters

Posted on March 13, 2014August 20, 2019 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Eileen Fleming, American Dreams, Radicals and Reporters

Eileen Fleming, American Dreams, Radicals and Reporters By The Managing Editor The Arab Daily News’s only non-Arab reporter, Eileen Fleming will be live on the air at 7 PM EST on March 20th with Mike Palecek and Chuck Gregory on their The New American Dream an Internet Radio and YouTube Show discussing Mordechai Vanunu’s struggle…

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American Arabs, Eileen Fleming, Features, Spotlight

Book Review: “The Lowland” by Jhumpa Lahiri

Posted on March 13, 2014January 9, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Book Review: “The Lowland” by Jhumpa Lahiri

Book Review: “The Lowland” by Jhumpa Lahiri By Barbara Nimri Aziz Certain creatures lay eggs that are able to endure the dry season. Others survived by burying themselves in mud, simulating death, waiting for the return of rain.” The Lowland, a beautifully crafted and compelling read about the divergent careers of two brothers begins with this scene in…

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Sioux City in Iowa urges Arabic families to move to their community

Posted on March 12, 2014April 13, 2019 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Sioux City in Iowa urges Arabic families to move to their community

Sioux City in Iowa urges Arabic Families to move to their community By Ray Hanania JOBS – JOBS – AND MORE JOBS:  While many Arabs are facing discrimination, job losses, harassment and racial profiling in many communities throughout the United States, one American City is bucking the trend and encouraging Arabic Families to move to…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Features, Ray Hanania, Spotlight

Advertise in The Arab Daily News

Posted on March 12, 2014August 20, 2019 By rayhanania 2 Comments on Advertise in The Arab Daily News

Advertise in The Arab Daily News A look at America’s Arab Community The Arab Daily News is fast becoming the primary source of news and information on the American Arab community. In the past month alone, the newly created online news website has generated more than 572,000 page reads (March 2014 statistics). The majority of…

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Activism, Business, Press Releases

A Noise Within, L.A.’s Critically Acclaimed Classical Repertory Theatre Company

Posted on March 12, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on A Noise Within, L.A.’s Critically Acclaimed Classical Repertory Theatre Company
A Noise Within, L.A.’s Critically Acclaimed Classical Repertory Theatre Company

A Noise Within, L.A.’s Critically Acclaimed Classical Repertory Theatre Company Continues its 2013-14 Season with Macbeth by Shakespeare Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, May 11, 2014 (Shows Opens on March 15) A Noise Within (ANW), the acclaimed classical repertory theatre company, continues its 2013-14 season with Macbeth by Shakespeare, to open on Saturday, March 15 and run through…

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Activism, American Arabs, Entertainment, Press Releases

Syria women face dangers, International Rescue Committee report warns

Posted on March 12, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Syria women face dangers, International Rescue Committee report warns

Syria women face dangers, International Rescue Committee report warns As conflict in Syria approaches fourth year, the IRC highlights figures that show the dangers women and girls are facing – from hazardous births to forced marriage ·         In 2014 alone the IRC estimates that 22,550 refugee or displaced Syrian women will give birth and nearly…

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Activism, Arab World, News, Press Releases

AlBalooshi, Langdon, Qatar Al-Anabi Racing top fuel team eager for Florida victory

Posted on March 11, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on AlBalooshi, Langdon, Qatar Al-Anabi Racing top fuel team eager for Florida victory

AlBalooshi, Langdon, Qatar Al-Anabi Racing top fuel team eager for Florida victory GAINESVILLE, Florida – The 44th annual Amalie Motor Oil Gatornationals, considered “A Major” on the NHRA tour by many, is named for the Florida Gators, the mascot of the nearby University of Florida, and the Qatar Al-Anabi Racing Top Fuel Team is due…

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Activism, American Arabs, Press Releases, Sports

Michigan Legislators cite Kayrouz for supporting anti-ambulance chasing law

Posted on March 11, 2014September 24, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Michigan Legislators cite Kayrouz for supporting anti-ambulance chasing law

Michigan Legislators cite Kayrouz for supporting anti-ambulance chasing law Southfield, MI – Michigan Legislative leaders expressed gratitude to prominent accident attorney Joumana Kayrouz for supporting two new laws that protects accident victims from unscrupulous attorneys known as “ambulance chasers.” The laws were sponsored by a bi-partisan coalition of legislators led by State Rep. Joseph Graves…

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American Arabs, News, Press Releases, Ray Hanania

Netanyahu vs Obama on US Iranian policy

Posted on March 10, 2014April 13, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Netanyahu vs Obama on US Iranian policy

Netanyahu vs Obama on US Iranian policy By Ali Rizk The Israeli announcement of the interception of an alleged Iranian ship carrying advanced weapons destined for Gaza is another development in the series of Israeli stunts that began after the interim agreement that was reached between Iran and the P5+1 regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. After…

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Bloggers, Commentary, Palestine & Jordan

Profile: Joseph Haiek, fighting for American Arab rights

Posted on March 10, 2014December 17, 2021 By rayhanania 3 Comments on Profile: Joseph Haiek, fighting for American Arab rights
Profile: Joseph Haiek, fighting for American Arab rights

Profile: Joseph Haiek, fighting for American Arab rights By Ray Hanania Joseph R. Haiek immigrated to the United States right after the 1967 Arab-Israeli war after his city, Jerusalem, was occupied by Israeli forces. But no American Arab has done more to embrace his newfound nation of America more than Joe Haiek, who in 2011…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Features, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, Tabboun

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