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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

Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism

Posted on May 21, 2017September 25, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism
Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism

Saudi King Urges Stronger Partnership with the US to Fight Terrorism Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz today urged Arab nations to promote a genuine partnership with the United States of America and fight “the forces of evil and extremism” together. He made the remarks at the historic Arab Islamic American…

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Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder

Posted on May 21, 2017May 23, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder

Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder President Trump vows to work closely with Arab and Muslim nations, denounces Hezbollah, Iran and Syria as terrorist organizations, and promises to support the Arab World’s fight against religious extremism in a speech to a summit of Arab and Muslim leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia By Ray…

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A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship

Posted on May 21, 2017May 21, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship

A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship Saudi Arabia is President Donald J. Trump’s first stop on his first international trip as the leader of the United States, a fact that highlights the importance he attributes to the U.S.-Saudi relationship. President Trump’s meeting with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on May 20 makes him…

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Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis

Posted on May 21, 2017May 21, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis

Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis By Ray Hanania President Donald J. Trump met with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohamed bin Nayef of Saudi Arabia, and Deputy Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia at the beginning…

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Arab World, Bloggers, Editors Picks, Iran, Israel, Middle East, News, Palestine & Jordan, Ray Hanania, Saudi Arabia, Terrorism

Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers

Posted on May 19, 2017May 23, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers

Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers Story from Maan News Agency: Palestinians protest across the occupied territories in the West Bank, occupied Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip in support of Palestinian hunger strikers in Israel’s prison gulag system. The day of solidarity was marked by violence by Israeli soldiers firing on civilian protestors Photos…

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Ahmad Hasaballah, Arab World, Bloggers, Commentary, Israel, Palestine & Jordan

Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse

Posted on May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse
Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse

Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse David Boim and Rachel Corrie were born only months apart, but their cases couldn’t be more distinct when it comes to the issues of justice, fairness and righteousness. Boim, a 17 year old with dual American and Israeli citizenship, was killed by Hamas militants in 1996 as he…

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Trump: no president has been treated worse than me

Posted on May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump: no president has been treated worse than me

Trump: no president has been treated worse than me Remarks by President Trump at United States Coast Guard Academy Commencement Ceremony Coast Guard Academy, New London, Connecticut ====================== “Look at the way I’ve been treated lately — (laughter) — especially by the media.  No politician in history — and I say this with great surety — has…

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Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray

Posted on May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray

Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray President Donald Trump is unpredictable and that might actually benefit two important goals. The first is to thwart the stranglehold Israel has on American foreign policy, blocking peace with the Palestinians. The second is more important, to confront the mainstream news media which fuels the flames of racism and…

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Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees

Posted on May 16, 2017May 16, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees

Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees ICRC says that Yemen government must grant access for families and lawyers to detainees held in Yemeni prisons, calling it a humanitarian necessity The suffering of thousands of families who have had no contact with relatives detained in relation to the conflict in Yemen must end, the International Committee…

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American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts

Posted on May 16, 2017May 16, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts

American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts The American Arab Professionals Network (AAPN) is recognizing General Motors with its Champion of Diversity Award for its 2017 diversity and inclusion efforts. The award recognizes companies excelling above and beyond supporting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. “This award is really important as it further identifies GM…

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St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor

Posted on May 15, 2017September 25, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor

St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor ALSAC/St. Jude President and CEO Richard Shadyac Jr. receives prestigious 2017 Ellis Island Medal of Honor for embracing American ideals of patriotism, tolerance, brotherhood and diversity Honored among top philanthropists, government and business leaders for his lifetime of service to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and the global…

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Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18

Posted on May 15, 2017May 15, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18

Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18 THE 2017 HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH FILM FESTIVAL, Co-presented by the Film Society of Lincoln Center and IFC Center, June 9-18, 2017. 21 Films & Discussions Showcase Courageous Activists During Challenging Times New York, May 9, 2017 – The Human Rights Watch Film Festival will be presented June 9-18, 2017 with 21…

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Activism, American Arabs, Features, Movies, News, Press Releases

Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day

Posted on May 15, 2017May 15, 2017 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day

Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day Palestinians around the world are commemorating Nakba Day, the day in which Israel and the United Nations committed the Palestinian people to a homeless diaspora and struggle against increasing Israeli violence and racist persecution of their rights. Palestine Solidarity Campaign is presenting a week of events to commemorate and honor Palestinian…

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Why is my TV clogged with election Ads?

Posted on May 12, 2017May 12, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Why is my TV clogged with election Ads?

Why is my TV clogged with election Ads? Nauseating political commercials have already started to clog our Spring season television viewing, and it has a lot to do with the fact that the three candidates for governor in Illinois are among the richest people around. Republican Bruce Rauner, one of the most incompetent governor’s Illinois has…

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Commentary, mainstream, Opinion, Politics, Ray Hanania, Television

Mosques warned of increased arson during Ramadan

Posted on May 10, 2017January 9, 2019 By rayhanania No Comments on Mosques warned of increased arson during Ramadan

Mosques warned of increased arson during Ramadan Muslim Civil Rights Group Releases Ramadan Arson Awareness Notice to Mosques Nationwide. Group Urges Vigilance, Prevention and Reporting during the Holy Month Muslim Advocates, a national legal, advocacy and educational organization for American Muslims, issued an arson awareness notice last night to mosques nationwide.  The alert comes during this…

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American Arabs, News, Press Releases, religion

Arab American Community Events Calendar launched

Posted on May 9, 2017May 9, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab American Community Events Calendar launched
Arab American Community Events Calendar launched

Arab American Community Events Calendar launched The Arab Daily News is proud to announce that it has launched a national calendar of events featuring the activities of the Arab American community. The calendar is easy to access, and you can enter your own data and information by using the form option. One of the biggest challenges…

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Activism, American Arabs, Features, News, Press Releases

Trump movement for “change” awakens Reagan Democrats

Posted on May 8, 2017May 23, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump movement for “change” awakens Reagan Democrats
Trump movement for “change” awakens Reagan Democrats

Trump movement for “change” awakens Reagan Democrats Published in the Southwest News Newspaper Group April 27, 2017 By Ray Hanania The major news media all seemed to focus on one election story on April 4, a story they spun to falsely suggest that President Donald Trump made Republicans vulnerable. But if you look past the…

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Commentary, Editors Picks, Election, Journalism, mainstream, Opinion, Politics, Ray Hanania

Wives should start with lawns to understand husbands

Posted on May 8, 2017May 8, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Wives should start with lawns to understand husbands

Wives should start with lawns to understand husbands Published in the Southwest News Newspaper Group May 4, 2017 By Ray Hanania Wives just don’t get why lawns are so important to men. Honestly, I am not sure why lawns are so important to men either, but I do know that the lawn is the front line…

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When they raise the value of your property assessment, they are also raising your property taxes

When they raise the value of your property assessment, they are also raising your property taxes

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Don’t let them tell you anything different in Illinois, a state where property taxes are the number one answer to every…

Chicago’s new political school board bureaucracy: “Who learned you English?”

Chicago’s new political school board bureaucracy: “Who learned you English?”

27 Sep 2026

Instead of reducing government, Chicago is expanding government and thereby taxation in the creation of a separate schoo…

Video Podcast: Trump ban on CNN, MS Now and Politico will backfire

Video Podcast: Trump ban on CNN, MS Now and Politico will backfire

23 Sep 2026

Ray Hanania on Politics podcast (YouTube and Podbean) discusses President Trump’s politically stupid ban on CNN, MS Now…

In Illinois, it’s the economy stupid, not Trump, not name-calling, not slimy scandals

In Illinois, it’s the economy stupid, not Trump, not name-calling, not slimy scandals

19 Sep 2026

Some elections are won by lots of PAC money & mudslinging, failing to address real issues facing voters. It’s one reason…

Maria Pappas shines a bright light on public service

Maria Pappas shines a bright light on public service

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I met Maria Pappas in 1990 as my career shifted. She was a bright light who challenged an environment of dark backroom d…

Trump has betrayed both America and the Republican party

Trump has betrayed both America and the Republican party

06 Sep 2026

President Trump has taken over government and made it a division of his personal corporation, making decisions that prom…

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