Category: Activism

Pappas, Arab Chamber get $60,000 more in tax refunds for Arab Americans

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Pappas, Arab Chamber get $60,000 more in tax refunds for Arab Americans

Pappas, Arab Chamber get $60,000 more in tax refunds for Arab Americans Nearly $360,000 in property tax overpayments have been identified as qualifying for refunds under a workshop program launched by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas in the Arab American community coordinated with the American Arab Chamber of Commerce. The American Arab Chamber of Commerce…

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Activism, American Arabs, Culture, mainstream, News

APN Announces New Board Members, Including Randi Weingarten, Josh Malina, and Debra Katz

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APN Announces New Board Members, Including Randi Weingarten, Josh Malina, and Debra Katz

APN Announces New Board Members, Including Randi Weingarten, Josh Malina, and Debra Katz At its 40th anniversary gala Oct 7, 2021, Americans for Peace Now’s President and CEO Hadar Susskind will welcome six new members to the organization’s Board of Directors. The six are:  Larry Gellman, Debra Katz, Marilyn Katz, Josh Malina, Abby Rapoport, and…

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Activism, Israel, News, Palestine & Jordan

ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference

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ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference

ADC Presents the Rachel Corrie Memorial Award at the 2021 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is happy to present this year’s Rachel Corrie Memorial Award to Philip Weiss, founder of Mondoweiss.net. This award is presented annually to an activist or an organization who has shown outstanding commitment to challenging all…

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More than $200,000 in overpaid taxes refunded to Arab Americans under Treasurer’s program

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More than $200,000 in overpaid taxes refunded to Arab Americans under Treasurer’s program

More than $200,000 in overpaid taxes refunded to Arab Americans under Treasurer’s program More than $200,000 in overpaid property tax refunds have been credited to Arab and Muslims Americans in a program initiated by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and the American Arab Chamber of Commerce President Hassan Nijem. The campaign launched two weeks ago,…

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Activism, American Arabs, News, Spotlight

AHRC Executive Director Awarded the TSA Certificate of Appreciation

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AHRC Executive Director Awarded the TSA Certificate of Appreciation

AHRC Executive Director Awarded the TSA Certificate of Appreciation  The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) congratulates its Executive Director Mr. Imad Hamad on being awarded the 2021 TSA Certificate of Appreciation.  This award is a recognition of Mr. Hamad’s constructive and professional working relationship and partnership with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Michigan. The…

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Activism, American Arabs, Civil Rights, Features, Imad Hamad, News

Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes

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Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes

Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes The American Arab Chamber of Commerce partnering with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas organized a review of properties owned by Arabs and Muslims at the Islamic Community Center of Illinois this week and identified more than $39,000 in tax overpayments that can be refunded. Arab Chamber…

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Activism, American Arabs, Business, Culture, News, Ray Hanania

Arab gas station owners targeted in futile Lightfoot stunt to stop street gang violence

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Arab gas station owners targeted in futile Lightfoot stunt to stop street gang violence

Arab gas station owners targeted in futile Lightfoot stunt to stop street gang violence • Dozens of gas stations with food sections have been shut down over minor code violations and kept closed for weeks during repeated inspections in a stunt by Mayor Lori Lightfoot to try to stop street gang violence • Citing electrical cord use,…

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Activism, American Arabs, Business, Civil Rights, Legal, mainstream, News, Politics, racism, Ray Hanania, The Arab Street

ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism

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ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism

ADC Presents: Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism ADC invites you to our last installment of the September 11th 20th Anniversary Symposium, which will be happening next Wednesday, September 8 at 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT.  Next week’s discussion is titled “Post September 11th Community Organizing & Activism” and will be moderated by ADC National…

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AHRC Supports Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s Call for Audit of the No-Fly and Terror Watch Lists

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AHRC Supports Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s Call for Audit of the No-Fly and Terror Watch Lists

AHRC Supports Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s Call for Audit of the No-Fly and Terror Watch Lists The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) supports Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s (MI-District 12) call for the FBI and DHS to audit the No- Fly- List and the Terror Watch List that were created in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.  Before…

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Activism, American Arabs, Civil Rights, News, Terrorism

AHRC Congratulates MMCC for receiving FBI Director’s Leadership Award: 

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AHRC Congratulates MMCC for receiving FBI Director’s Leadership Award: 

AHRC Congratulates MMCC for receiving FBI Director’s Leadership Award:  The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) extends its congratulations to the Michigan Muslim Community Council’s (MMCC) entire team and its chairman Dr. Mahmoud Al-Hadidi for receiving the FBI Director’s 2021 Community Leadership Award (DCLA).  The formal award ceremony was held on Monday, August 23, 2021 at the FBI’s Detroit field…

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Activism, Imad Hamad, NewsWire

Pritzker falls short on promises to Arab, Muslim Americans

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Pritzker falls short on promises to Arab, Muslim Americans

Pritzker falls short on promises to Arab, Muslim Americans As he approaches his 3rd full year in office on January 1, 2022, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has failed to deliver on a major promise he made to Arab Americans during his campaign election, to appoint Arabs and Muslims to key state boards and commissions. Pritzker,…

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

ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11

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ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11

ADC Panel August 16 explores how media portrayed Arabs after Sept. 11 ADC Presents a virtual online Zoom forum exploring the Post September 11th Media Portrayal of Arabs & Muslims with a panel of professional journalists. veteran journalist Ali Younes, who will be joined by Program Director at Rethink Media Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani; Arab News…

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Activism, American Arabs, Arab News, Civil Rights, Event, Journalism, Media Bias, News, News Media, Ray Hanania, Social Media, Television

Israel attorney Lea Tsemel’s work for justice showcased in documentary everyone must see

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Israel attorney Lea Tsemel’s work for justice showcased in documentary everyone must see

Israel attorney Lea Tsemel’s work for justice showcased in documentary everyone must see By Ray Hanania Israeli lawyer #LeaTsemel is my hero. Her lifelong fight for justice, for Israelis and especially for Palestinian has gained recognition in a documentary, “Advocate,” that showcases her struggle which has been recently nominated for two Emmy awards to be…

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Activism, ArabNewsColumn, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Israel, Middle East, Palestine & Jordan, Ray Hanania

AHRC observes United Nations World Refugee Day (June 20)

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AHRC observes United Nations World Refugee Day (June 20)

AHRC observes United Nations World Refugee Day (June 20) The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) joins the United Nations and the global community in recognizing World Refugee Day which is observed June 20 of every year. This day has been set aside by the United Nations in order to raise awareness and build support and…

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Activism, American Arabs, NewsWire, Press Releases, The Arab Street

Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25

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Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25

Arab Democratic Club to host Zoom candidate’s and leaders forum March 25 The Arab Democratic Club will host its pre-election Forum for Democratic candidates running in the April 6 election and for elected public officials in a special celebration of Arab American Heritage month on Thursday March 25. The forum will again be held Virtually…

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Twitter suspends prominent Palestinian Rights activist

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Twitter suspends prominent Palestinian Rights activist

Twitter suspends prominent Palestinian Rights activist Twitter Suspends Prominent Activist for Palestinian Rights, No Explanation Given On February 24, 2021, Twitter suspended the account of CODEPINK co-executive director Ariel Gold, a prominent activist for Palestinian rights. The suspension follows online targeting of Ms. Gold by supporters of Israel and Twitter flagging a number of tweets…

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Rasoul Introduces Virginia Marshall Plan for Moms

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Rasoul Introduces Virginia Marshall Plan for Moms

Rasoul Introduces Virginia Marshall Plan for Moms Plan includes a package of policies aimed at getting Virginia moms and families back on their feet including child care for all, paid family and medical leave, and caregiver tax credit. Rasoul will reserve a senior position in the Lieutenant Governor’s office as Director of Mothers Advocacy On Tuesday,…

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Activism, American Arabs, coronavirus, Election, mainstream, News, Politics, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

Arab-American influencers Furrha Family share secrets of their success

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Arab-American influencers Furrha Family share secrets of their success

Arab-American influencers Furrha Family share secrets of their success Salem Furrha and his eight children @theFurrhaFamily on TikTok and Instagram represent a large movement of American Arabs who have turned to social media as a means of breaking up the boredom of coronavirus restrictions and sharing their lives showcasing a popular and positive  image of Arab…

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