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AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview

Posted on February 11, 2025February 12, 2025 By Press Release Press Release No Comments on AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview
AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview

AADC to host annual candidates’ Forum & Brunch Sunday at Nikos in Bridgeview Bridgeview, IL — The Arab American Democracy Coalition (AADC) (formerly the Arab American Democratic Club) will host its annual Candidates Forum & Brunch on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025 at Niko’s Restaurant. More than 500 people are expected to attend the event which…

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Senator Hastings and Rep Nichols introduce commemoration resolutions for the late Nemer Ziyad

Posted on November 27, 2024December 11, 2024 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Senator Hastings and Rep Nichols introduce commemoration resolutions for the late Nemer Ziyad
Senator Hastings and Rep Nichols introduce commemoration resolutions for the late Nemer Ziyad

Senator Hastings and Rep Nichols introduce commemoration resolutions for the late Nemer Ziyad The resolutions were approved in the Illinois State Senate and the Illinois State House on November 11 and on November 13, 2024, memorializing his passing and acknowledging his achievements as a proud Arab American State Senator Michael Hastings and State Rep. Cyril…

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Relationship between Arab Americans and African Americans needs more balance, Black State Rep says

Posted on August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Relationship between Arab Americans and African Americans needs more balance, Black State Rep says
Relationship between Arab Americans and African Americans needs more balance, Black State Rep says

Relationship between Arab Americans and African Americans needs more balance, Black State Rep says By Ray Hanania Illinois State Rep. Cyril Nichols has raised an issue that many Arab Americans prefer not to discuss. Are Arab Americans doing enough to balance the support they get from African Americans? In an interview on The Ray Hanania…

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Nichols discusses need to improve Arab-Black relations in Chicagoland

Posted on December 11, 2022December 12, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Nichols discusses need to improve Arab-Black relations in Chicagoland
Nichols discusses need to improve Arab-Black relations in Chicagoland

Nichols discusses need to improve Arab-Black relations in Chicagoland State Rep. Cyril Nichols interviewed on live Arab American radio in Detroit with host Ray Hanania Friday Dec. 9, 2022 discussed his legislation to grant MBE status to Arab Americans and called on Arab Americans to build coalitions with the region’s African American community. Nichols was…

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Arab and Muslim voters should rally for State Rep. Cyril Nichols Nov. 8

Posted on November 3, 2022November 6, 2022 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Arab and Muslim voters should rally for State Rep. Cyril Nichols Nov. 8
Arab and Muslim voters should rally for State Rep. Cyril Nichols Nov. 8

Arab and Muslim voters should rally for State Rep. Cyril Nichols Nov. 8 State Rep. Cyril Nichols has hit the ground running to represent every community in the newly drawn 32nd Illinois House District, including supporting Arab and Muslim Americans. Nichols is a champion of civil and human rights and has made a commitment to…

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Arab American Democratic Club issues endorsements for Nov. 8, 2022 Cook County Illinois elections

Posted on October 22, 2022November 6, 2022 By News Editor News Editor 2 Comments on Arab American Democratic Club issues endorsements for Nov. 8, 2022 Cook County Illinois elections
Arab American Democratic Club issues endorsements for Nov. 8, 2022 Cook County Illinois elections

Arab American Democratic Club issues endorsements for Nov. 8, 2022 Cook County Illinois elections The Arab American Democratic Club released its endorsements for candidates in the November 8, 2022 General Elections. Those endorsed candidates include a list of the most popular and successful Democrats running for re-electionand for first-time office holder. The AADC, the largest…

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Rep. Cyril Nichols to be feted by supporters at fundraiser Saturday Oct. 22

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Rep. Cyril Nichols to be feted by supporters at fundraiser Saturday Oct. 22

Rep. Cyril Nichols to be feted by supporters at fundraiser Saturday Oct. 22 Allies and supporters for State Rep. Cyril Nichols of the 32nd House District will host a fundraiser on Saturday October 22, 2022 from 6 until 10 PM. Titled “We Do the Work,” the fundraiser will be held at the XS Tennis and…

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