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Gov Pritzker makes more appointments to state commissions, boards but no Arabs

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Gov Pritzker makes more appointments to state commissions, boards but no Arabs
Gov Pritzker makes more appointments to state commissions, boards but no Arabs

Gov Pritzker makes more appointments to state commissions, boards but no Arabs Gov. Pritzker Announces Eleven Appointments to Boards and Commissions. Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration Gov. J.B. Pritzker continued to finally start filling vacant seats on the state’s…

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American Arabs, Civil Rights, News, Politics

Endorsements: Republicans in the Illinois Republican Primary Election June 28, 2022

Posted on June 16, 2022June 18, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Endorsements: Republicans in the Illinois Republican Primary Election June 28, 2022
Endorsements: Republicans in the Illinois Republican Primary Election June 28, 2022

Endorsements: Republicans in the Illinois Republican Primary Election June 28, 2022 Republican Party Endorsements June 28, 2022. By The Arab Daily News online newspaper. Based on a polling of our subscriber lists. Illinois Statewide, Congress, Cook County, Party Offices U.S. Senator Kathy Salvi Governor/Lt/ Governor Jesse Sullivan, Kathleen Murphy Attorney General David Shestokas Secretary of…

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Endorsements: Democrats in the Illinois June 28, 2022 Primary election

Posted on June 16, 2022June 20, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Endorsements: Democrats in the Illinois June 28, 2022 Primary election
Endorsements: Democrats in the Illinois June 28, 2022 Primary election

Democratic Party Endorsements June 28, 2022: Congressional and Statewide offices: Democrats By The Arab Daily News online newspaper The Arab Daily News polled its 3,682 followers asking them who they supported in the June 28, 2022 Democratic Primary elections. The following are endorsements by The Arab Daily News, based on our subscriber poll. Click here…

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The Arab Daily News candidate endorsements: Cook County, Illinois

Posted on June 10, 2022June 18, 2022 By rayhanania 1 Comment on The Arab Daily News candidate endorsements: Cook County, Illinois
The Arab Daily News candidate endorsements: Cook County, Illinois

The Arab Daily News candidate endorsements: Cook County, Illinois Endorsements, Democratic Primary Election, June 28, 2022, Cook County races The Arab Daily News polled its 3,682 followers asking them who they supported in the June 28, 2022 Democratic Primary elections for the Cook County Board. The Arab Daily News Editorial Board is proud to issue…

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WJC President Ronald S. Lauder Receives France’s Top Distinction 

Posted on June 6, 2022June 6, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on WJC President Ronald S. Lauder Receives France’s Top Distinction 
WJC President Ronald S. Lauder Receives France’s Top Distinction 

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder Receives France’s Top Distinction French President Emmanuel Macron today named WJC President Ronald S. Lauder a commander of the Legion of Honor for his service to the world’s communities and the broad vision of peace and culture that he embodies.   “I thank President Macron and the nation of France for…

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Project DYNAMO rescues more than 600 people from Mariupol, Ukraine over the last week

Posted on June 6, 2022June 6, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Project DYNAMO rescues more than 600 people from Mariupol, Ukraine over the last week
Project DYNAMO rescues more than 600 people from Mariupol, Ukraine over the last week

Project DYNAMO rescues more than 600 people from Mariupol, Ukraine over the last week Major Mariupol rescue operation conducted by Project DYNAMO, more than 480 people from Mariupol as city under violent siege falling to Russian forces.  MARIUPOL, Ukraine – Over the last few days, more than 480 people, including pregnant women, children and infants,…

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Congressman Sean Casten joins Ray Hanania Radio Show

Posted on June 2, 2022June 2, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Congressman Sean Casten joins Ray Hanania Radio Show
Congressman Sean Casten joins Ray Hanania Radio Show

Congressman Sean Casten joins Ray Hanania Radio Show US Rep. Sean Casten was the guest on The Ray Hanania Show on the US Ara Radio Network on Wednesday June 1, 2022, discussing his views on the Middle East, Israel and Palestine. Casten is seeking re-election to the new 6th District in the Illinois Democratic Primary…

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AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel:

Posted on May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 By Imad_Hamad No Comments on AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel:
AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel:

AHRC Calls for Moral Consistency on Human Rights, Urges President Biden to Pause His Trip to Israel: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) condemns all killings of innocent civilians, especially the targeting of journalists. In this spirit we call for moral consistency on human rights, especially human lives, and call on President Bien to pause…

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Survivors of Israel’s strike on USS Liberty commemorate 55th year June 6 – 8

Posted on May 23, 2022May 26, 2022 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on Survivors of Israel’s strike on USS Liberty commemorate 55th year June 6 – 8
Survivors of Israel’s strike on USS Liberty commemorate 55th year June 6 – 8

Survivors of Israel’s strike on USS Liberty commemorate 55th year June 6 – 8 Survivors of the U.S.S. Liberty, which was savagely attacked on June 8, 1967 by Israel’s military, will gather at a 55th reunion in Arlington, Virginia June 6 – June 8, 2022, to commemorate the lives of the 34 American soldiers who…

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AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community

Posted on May 19, 2022May 19, 2022 By Imad_Hamad No Comments on AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community
AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community

AHRC hosts an open meeting with TSA & community By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) recently hosted a “Community Leadership” Meet, Greet & Discuss event hosting Mr. Bill Byrne, Transportation Security Agency (TSA) Deputy Federal Security Director in Michigan. This forum was held for community leaders and other stakeholders to learn more…

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Nearly 100 candidates, officials address Arab Democratic Club forum Sunday

Posted on May 15, 2022May 17, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Nearly 100 candidates, officials address Arab Democratic Club forum Sunday
Nearly 100 candidates, officials address Arab Democratic Club forum Sunday

Nearly 100 candidates, officials address Arab Democratic Club forum Sunday Watch the video below of the event and speeches from candidates and officials (The Facebook Live Video was CENSORED by Facebook as a part of Facebook’s anti-Arab and anti-Muslim policies) The Arab American Democratic Club (AADC) Hosted its pre-election Candidates Forum & Brunch today at…

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Arabs and Muslim blast Mayor lightfoot for racist store closings

Posted on May 7, 2022May 7, 2022 By rayhanania 2 Comments on Arabs and Muslim blast Mayor lightfoot for racist store closings
Arabs and Muslim blast Mayor lightfoot for racist store closings

Arabs and Muslim blast Mayor Lightfoot for racist store closings The American Arab Chamber of Commerce blasted Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot as “racist” for shutting down Arab and Muslims businesses when crimes are committed near them. Chamber officials said Lightfoot does not close stores owned by other racial groups when crimes occur near their businesses….

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Chicago aldermen to host “forum” to explore Mayor Lightfoot’s racist crackdown on Arab stores

Posted on May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Chicago aldermen to host “forum” to explore Mayor Lightfoot’s racist crackdown on Arab stores
Chicago aldermen to host “forum” to explore Mayor Lightfoot’s racist crackdown on Arab stores

Chicago aldermen to host “forum” to explore Mayor Lightfoot’s racist crackdown on Arab stores Several Chicago Aldermen will convene a Special Forum on Monday May 9 at the Islamic Community Center of Illinois (ICCI) at 6435 W. Belmont Avenue to examine the forced closure of more than 150 Arab American owned stores last summer by…

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Local Illinois officials join Chicagoland Muslims for Eid Celebration at SeatGeek stadium

Posted on May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Local Illinois officials join Chicagoland Muslims for Eid Celebration at SeatGeek stadium
Local Illinois officials join Chicagoland Muslims for Eid Celebration at SeatGeek stadium

Local Illinois officials join Chicagoland Muslims for Eid Celebration at SeatGeek stadium Every year, Bridgeview Mayor Steven Landek hosts one of the largest Eid al-Fitr celebrations commemorating the end of Ramadan at SeatGeek stadium with state and local officials. This Eid celebration on Monday was one of the largest again showing how much the leadership…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Culture, Event, Events, News, Palestine & Jordan, Politics, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

DCEO Access to Capital: Arab American Heritage Month business workshop

Posted on April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on DCEO Access to Capital: Arab American Heritage Month business workshop
DCEO Access to Capital: Arab American Heritage Month business workshop

DCEO Access to Capital: Arab American Heritage Month business workshop The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) hosted an online workshop with specialists designed to help Arab American businesses learn more about the opportunities offered to strengthen their businesses. The program was organized in conjunction with Arab American Heritage Month and co-organized by…

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American Arabs, Business, News, Ray Hanania, Spotlight

DCEO Celebrates Arab American Heritage Month (AAHM)

Posted on April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 By rayhanania 1 Comment on DCEO Celebrates Arab American Heritage Month (AAHM)
DCEO Celebrates Arab American Heritage Month (AAHM)

DCEO Celebrates Arab American Heritage Month (AAHM) The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) honors the contributions of Arab Americans in Illinois and hosts a virtual webinar entitled ” Access to Capital: Resources for Arab American Businesses to Grow and Thrive.” Public invited to view The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity will host a…

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American Arabs, Business, Culture, News, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, Technology

Political candidates join local Arab leaders for Iftar

Posted on April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Political candidates join local Arab leaders for Iftar
Political candidates join local Arab leaders for Iftar

Political candidates join local Arab leaders for Iftar Arab Chamber leaders Radi Abuhashish and Hassan Nijem host Iftar attended by three of Chicago’s leading candidates for Chicago Mayor Ald. Raymond Lopez, Dr. Willie Wilson, and Paul Vallas, and also State Rep. Cyril Nichols who sponsored legislation to designate Arabs a “Minority” to gain improved access…

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Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress, Rob Cruz, Opens a Dialogue with the Palestinian Community

Posted on April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress, Rob Cruz, Opens a Dialogue with the Palestinian Community
Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress, Rob Cruz, Opens a Dialogue with the Palestinian Community

Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress, Rob Cruz, Opens a Dialogue with the Palestinian Community GOP Candidate for the 6th District Congressional seat, Rob Cruz shares his community-minded message to The Palestinian American Club. As an auxiliary speaker, Cruz illustrates how his platform and the community’s values overlap On Thursday, March 31st, Rob Cruz spoke in…

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