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ADC Condemns ADL, Rep. Torres’ Defamation of Dr. Lara Sheehi

June 1, 2025June 1, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

ADC Condemns ADL, Rep. Torres’ Defamation of Dr. Lara Sheehi Recent attacks on Dr. Lara Sheehi—including the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) pressure campaign targeting and trying to intimidate the American Psychological Association—are defamatory, an assault on her character, and a transparent attempt to silence voices critical of Israel. Multiple independent investigations have already cleared Dr. Sheehi…

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ADC issues condemnation: Impending massacres by Israel must be stopped

October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

ADC issues condemnation: Impending Massacres by Israel must be stopped The Israeli regime is outdoing themselves in the genocide of Palestinians. Over the past few days hospitals across Gaza have been forced to evacuate. Patients inside the hospitals, including babies in intensive care incubators, face death as they are forced to move across an obliterated…

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ArabCon 2024 Gala Program features Dr. Cornel West, Macklemore, and more

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

ArabCon 2024 Gala Program features Dr. Cornel West, Macklemore, and more The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is honored to announce the program for its upcoming ArabCon Gala, scheduled for Saturday evening, September 14, 2024, in Dearborn, Michigan. This year’s gala will pay tribute to several organizations and individuals for their outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes…

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Speakers, panels on Gaza and politics showcase ADC “ArabCon” Convention in Dearborn Sept. 12 – 15

September 1, 2024September 1, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Speakers, panels on Gaza and politics showcase ADC “ArabCon” Convention in Dearborn Sept. 12 – 15 ADC is proud to announce that The Honorable Nina Turner will be joining us at ArabCon in Dearborn, MI. Ms. Turner will be delivering Special Closing Plenary Keynote Remarks on the evening of Friday September 13. This dynamic, multi-day (September…

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How will Arab and Muslim Americans vote and why, is focus of Arab Radio show in Michigan and online

August 16, 2024August 20, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

How will Arab and Muslim Americans vote and why, is focus of Arab Radio show in Michigan and online Chicago, IL — The presidential election is the focus on a special season of “The Ray Hanania Radio Show” which begins broadcasting this week in Michigan on the US Arab Radio Network sponsored by Arab News,…

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USC capitulates to hate and bigotry demonizing Muslims and Arabs

April 16, 2024April 16, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

USC capitulates to hate and bigotry demonizing Muslims and Arabs The Provost of the University of Southern California (USC) announced Monday April 15, 2024 the cancellation of the school’s valedictorian address at the school’s upcoming commencement. Valedictorian Asna Tabassum’s speech was cancelled based on alleged security concerns related to her vocal support for Palestinian liberation…

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Nearly 100 Organizations Join ADC in Demanding TPS/DED for Palestinians

November 18, 2023November 18, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Nearly 100 Organizations Join ADC in Demanding TPS/DED for Palestinians The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) and nearly 100 human rights, civil rights and civil liberties, immigrant rights, faith based organizations, and ADC’s Volunteer TPS/DED Lawyers Working Group sent a request to Secretary of State Anthony Blinkin and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas urging them…

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Terrorist groups involved at pro-Israel demonstration in Washington D.C.

November 15, 2023November 15, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Terrorist groups involved at pro-Israel demonstration in Washington D.C. American political leaders close their eyes to the presence and involvement of terrorist organizations that participated in the pro-Israel protests held in Washington D.C. that attacked Christian and Muslim Arabs who are calling for an end to the violence. The Pro-Israel protestors demanded tougher violence against…

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Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide The following are statements from international and American-based organization denouncing the indiscriminate murder of nearly 800 Palestinian civilians, mostly injured patients, women and children, buildings targeted by Israel’s bombing and destruction of a hospital and six…

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Reps. Bush, Tlaib, Carson, Lee, Ramirez Lead Colleagues in Call for Immediate Ceasefire

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

Reps. Bush, Tlaib, Carson, Lee, Ramirez Lead Colleagues in Call for Immediate Ceasefire Ceasefire Now Resolution urges support for an end to violence in Israel and Occupied Palestine On October 16, 2023, Representatives Cori Bush (MO-01), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), André Carson (IN-07), Summer Lee (PA-12), and Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), alongside Representatives Jamaal Bowman (NY-16),…

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ADC creates fund to assist victims of anti-Arab attacks in wake of American-sanctioned Israeli violence in Gaza

October 13, 2023October 13, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

ADC creates fund to assist victims of anti-Arab attacks in wake of American-sanctioned Israeli violence in Gaza A rash of attacks and discriminatory actions against Arab Americans and others who are speaking out against the American government sanction of Israel’s “revenge violence” in the Gaza Strip has raised concerns among officials at the American Arab…

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American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval

September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 rayhanania No Comments

American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval Civil society organizations representing tens of thousands of Palestinian Americans, Arab Americans, Muslim Americans, and allied communities are expressing deep concern and outrage regarding the United States’ decision to admit Israel into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) despite Israel not fully meeting the…

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ADC launches Arab American Business Advisory Council

July 14, 2023July 14, 2023 rayhanania 1 Comment

ADC launches Arab American Business Advisory Council As part of its Economic Empowerment Initiative, the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is proud to announce the launch of the Arab American Business Advisory Council. Consisting of Arab and MENA American business owners and entrepreneurs from diverse industries, the Council will provide expert advice on the needs of,…

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Hiring Opportunity Washington DC: ADC Seeking Staff Attorney

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 rayhanania 1 Comment

Hiring Opportunity Washington DC: ADC Seeking Staff Attorney The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is seeking a Staff Attorney support the ongoing work and mission of the organization. The Staff Attorney will play an integral part in advancing the mission and goals of the ADC Legal Department. The duties, minimum qualifications, and preferred experience are listed…

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ADC announces the annual 2022 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference & program

September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 rayhanania 1 Comment

ADC announces the annual 2022 Alex Odeh Memorial Conference & program The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) one of America’s most effective Arab American organizations, announced Friday the dates and program for its upcoming annual conference named in honor of the late Alex Odeh. Odeh, the West Coast director of ADC, was murdered on October…

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ADC Appoints Abed Ayoub as National Executive Director

August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 News Editor News Editor No Comments

ADC Appoints Abed Ayoub as National Executive Director The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Abed Ayoub, Esq. to serve as ADC National Executive Director. Ayoub most recently served as the ADC National Legal and Policy Director, a position he has held since 2011. As National Executive Director Ayoub…

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

February 12, 2022 rayhanania No Comments

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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ADC Applauds Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) for Pressing for Answers in the Case of Alex Odeh

December 21, 2021December 22, 2021 News Editor News Editor 1 Comment

ADC Applauds Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) for Pressing for Answers in the Case of Alex Odeh Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) released a letter Dec. 20, 2021 that he sent to Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Christopher Wray on December 17, 2021. In the letter, Sen. Durbin called on the FBI to “intensify…

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