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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

Arab Chamber to host Arab Heritage Month dinner March 30

Posted on March 14, 2022March 14, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Chamber to host Arab Heritage Month dinner March 30
Arab Chamber to host Arab Heritage Month dinner March 30

Arab Chamber to host Arab Heritage Month dinner March 30 The American Arab Chamber of Commerce wll host a celebration of Arab American Heritage Month on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Aladdin Banquets at 8821 W. 87th Street in Hickory Hills. Chamber President Hassan Nijem said that doors will open at 6 PM and the…

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American Arabs, Business, Christian & Muslim, Culture, Entertainment, Features, Human Rights, News, NewsWire

Arab Daily News launches Arab American Network to fight racism

Posted on March 12, 2022March 12, 2022 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Arab Daily News launches Arab American Network to fight racism
Arab Daily News launches Arab American Network to fight racism

Arab Daily News launches Arab Community Network to fight racism Arab Americans need to come together and act as one unified voice to demand the rights we are being denied in America. We need to call out activists who exploit these differences or fuel the divisions in order to give themselves power. We need to…

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Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses concerns

Posted on March 11, 2022March 11, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses concerns
Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses concerns

Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses concerns Massacres, murder, war crimes and violence continue as Russian forces savage civilian targets in Ukraine and promote widespread propaganda to veil their atrocities We remain gravely concerned by the rising death toll and human suffering in Ukraine and call for an immediate end to the…

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Ukraine conflict gives Palestinians chance to redefine their conflict

Posted on March 9, 2022March 9, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Ukraine conflict gives Palestinians chance to redefine their conflict
Ukraine conflict gives Palestinians chance to redefine their conflict

Ukraine conflict gives Palestinians chance to redefine their conflict By Ray Hanania #RussianInvasion of #Ukraine has given #Palestinians an opportunity to confront #Israel’s lies and #propaganda, but it requires a steady focus to develop an effective #publicrelationsstrategy. It should start by focusing on the #Americanpublic, which has shown gut-wrenching revulsion and extreme outrage to issues…

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Conference on Israel Lobby offers insights into Israeli hypocrisies and media manipulation

Posted on March 5, 2022March 5, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Conference on Israel Lobby offers insights into Israeli hypocrisies and media manipulation
Conference on Israel Lobby offers insights into Israeli hypocrisies and media manipulation

Conference on Israel Lobby offers insights into Israeli hypocrisies and media manipulation Many speakers including Huwaida Arraf @huwaida4mi, Dr. Hanan Ashrawi @DrHananAshrawi #PinkFloyd singer-songwriter @RogerWaters and Rev. Don Wagner told powerful Washington D.C. conference Friday March 4, 2022 said Israel manipulates media coverage & hides behind charges of anti-Semitism to justify its violent hypocrisies. Published…

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Arab Radio: The Mideast and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Posted on March 3, 2022March 5, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Radio: The Mideast and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis
Arab Radio: The Mideast and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Arab Radio: The Mideast and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis Watch the Facebook stream of the radio show by clicking this link Join Dr. Atef Gawad in discussing ” The Mideast and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Where does it Stand” with his distinguished guests, on Friday, March 4th, 2022, from 8 to 9 a.m. (EST). Program will air…

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Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Announces New Outreach Manager and Other Staff

Posted on March 3, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Announces New Outreach Manager and Other Staff
Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Announces New Outreach Manager and Other Staff

Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Announces New Outreach Manager and Other Staff Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) welcomes several new staff including: Jennifer Maidrand as the Outreach Manager, Rev. Aune M. Carlson as the Director of Operations, and Michael Robinson as the Financial Manager. As the Outreach Manager, Jennifer will work with CMEP’s…

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HRH Crown Prince Offers Saudi Mediation During Calls with President Putin, President Zelensky

Posted on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on HRH Crown Prince Offers Saudi Mediation During Calls with President Putin, President Zelensky
HRH Crown Prince Offers Saudi Mediation During Calls with President Putin, President Zelensky

HRH Crown Prince Offers Saudi Mediation During Calls with President Putin, President Zelensky HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Thursday March 3, 2022 from Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral relations. HRH the Crown Prince explained the Kingdom’s declared position and its support for efforts that lead to a…

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Can Israel mediate Ukraine peace while pursuing war on Palestinians?

Posted on February 28, 2022February 28, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Can Israel mediate Ukraine peace while pursuing war on Palestinians?
Can Israel mediate Ukraine peace while pursuing war on Palestinians?

Can Israel mediate Ukraine peace while pursuing war on Palestinians? As Russia invades the Ukraine committing war crimes against civilians in an attempt to expand the regime’s repressive Communist grip, Israel has offered to mediate the conflict between the two countries. No country understands the issues involved of “occupation,” of “refugees” and “extra-judicial” and war-…

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ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International

Posted on February 12, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International
ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International

ADC Presents: A Discussion on Amnesty International’s Recent Report with the Mossawa Center & Amnesty International The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) invites you back to our webinar series with a discussion on Amnesty International’s recent report. Register here! The Zoom webinar will be held on Wednesday February 16th, 2022 at 12:00 PM ET/9:00 AM…

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Peak Rock Capital affiliate completes acquisition of Ziyad Brothers, a leading provider of brander Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods

Posted on February 12, 2022April 19, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Peak Rock Capital affiliate completes acquisition of Ziyad Brothers, a leading provider of brander Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods
Peak Rock Capital affiliate completes acquisition of Ziyad Brothers, a leading provider of brander Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods

Peak Rock Capital affiliate completes acquisition of Ziyad Brothers, a leading provider of brander Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital (“Peak Rock”), a leading middle-market private investment firm, announced today that it has completed an acquisition of Ziyad Brothers (“Ziyad” or the “Company”),…

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American Arabs, Culture, Food, News, NewsWire, Press Releases, Spotlight

Safety is Our Common Responsibly, can’t be ignored

Posted on February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Safety is Our Common Responsibly, can’t be ignored
Safety is Our Common Responsibly, can’t be ignored

Safety is Our Common Responsibly, can’t be ignored By Imad Hamad There is no doubt that the number of bombs threats, acts of hate, violence, mass shootings and domestic acts of terror are on the rise across the nation, alarming us all. Despite the pain and the loss of innocent lives, as well as disruption…

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AHRC Joins the Nation In Recognizing Black History Month

Posted on February 3, 2022February 3, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on AHRC Joins the Nation In Recognizing Black History Month
AHRC Joins the Nation In Recognizing Black History Month

AHRC Joins the Nation In Recognizing Black History Month By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) joins the nation in recognizing and celebrating February as Black History Month.   This month serves as an opportunity to learn about and highlight the rich contributions and accomplishments of African Americans. These contributions enrich our society and…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Civil Rights, Commentary, Imad Hamad, Opinion

Christian group criticizes Israel home demolitions in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem

Posted on January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Christian group criticizes Israel home demolitions in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem
Christian group criticizes Israel home demolitions in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem

Christian group criticizes Israel home demolitions in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Strongly Opposes the Demolition of the Salhiya Family Home in Sheikh Jarrah On January 19, 2022, in the early hours of the morning, Israeli police forcibly evicted the Salhiya family and demolished their home in the Sheikh Jarrah…

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Arab World, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan, Politics, racism, Spotlight

Author releases new book on Libya and its ongoing conflicts

Posted on January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Author releases new book on Libya and its ongoing conflicts
Author releases new book on Libya and its ongoing conflicts

Author releases new book on Libya and its ongoing conflicts For centuries, the downfall of one global empire has resulted in the ascension of another. But as Jason Pack shows in his new book, LIBYA AND THE GLOBAL ENDURING DISORDER (Oxford University Press; February, 2022), we are no longer in the post-Cold War World, but are rather…

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ATFL and MEI Brief State Department on Lebanon Policy Recommendations

Posted on January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on ATFL and MEI Brief State Department on Lebanon Policy Recommendations
ATFL and MEI Brief State Department on Lebanon Policy Recommendations

ATFL and MEI Brief State Department on Lebanon Policy Recommendations At a meeting with senior State Department officials yesterday, the leadership of American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL), a leadership organization of Americans of Lebanese descent, and the president of the Middle East Institute (MEI), the oldest Washington based institution dedicated solely to the study…

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American Arabs, Arab World, Christian & Muslim, Lebanon, News, Politics

Pritzker continues to ignore needs of Arab Americans violating his campaign promises

Posted on January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Pritzker continues to ignore needs of Arab Americans violating his campaign promises
Pritzker continues to ignore needs of Arab Americans violating his campaign promises

Pritzker continues to ignore needs of Arab Americans violating his campaign promises Gov. J.B. Pritzker allegedly promised during his run for public office to engage Arab Americans and include them in his administration. Several self-serving Arab activists insisted he would do right by Arab Americans, but in reality Pritzker has marginalized the community while palling…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Civil Rights, Commentary, Election, Opinion, Politics, racism, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

Guidelines for Foreign Nationals arriving in Israel by Airline flights

Posted on January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Guidelines for Foreign Nationals arriving in Israel by Airline flights
Guidelines for Foreign Nationals arriving in Israel by Airline flights

Guidelines for Foreign Nationals arriving in Israel by Airline flights Entering Israel by airline flights requires adherence to COVID restrictions and polices. Information for travelers Important links: Conditions for the arrival of foreign nationals in Israel Recognition of foreign vaccination or recovery by Israel Pre-flight At the airport in Israel Conditions for the arrival of…

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