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Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 By Press Release Press Release No Comments on Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement
Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement

Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement PRESS RELEASE — March 17, 2025 Orland Fire Protection District, IL — As you may see, we do not have the endorsements of mayors, supervisors, or union leaders and activists. We are independent and we support good government. We are most proud of the…

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Candidates promise fairness and engagement at Arab Chamber Iftar event March 13

Posted on March 14, 2025March 22, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Candidates promise fairness and engagement at Arab Chamber Iftar event March 13
Candidates promise fairness and engagement at Arab Chamber Iftar event March 13

Candidates promise fairness and engagement at Arab Chamber Iftar event March 13 By Ray Hanania More than a dozen candidates running for various local offices in the Chicagoland suburbs attended an Iftar dinner Thursday, March 13, 2025 hosted by the Arab American Chamber of Commerce and the Palestine Club at the Jerusalem Banquet Hall in…

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Activism, American Arabs, Election, News

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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Abandon Harris Endorses Green Party’s Stein for President

Posted on October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Abandon Harris Endorses Green Party’s Stein for President
Abandon Harris Endorses Green Party’s Stein for President

Abandon Harris Endorses Green Party’s Stein for President The Abandon Harris campaign, which is “dedicated to ensuring that the American people, especially the Muslim-American community, recognize the responsibility we share in standing up against oppression and using all our power to stop genocide wherever it may arise,” announced today it is endorsing the Green Party’s…

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Amer Zahr runs for Dearborn Schools Nov. 5, 2024

Posted on August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Amer Zahr runs for Dearborn Schools Nov. 5, 2024
Amer Zahr runs for Dearborn Schools Nov. 5, 2024

Amer Zahr runs for Dearborn Schools Nov. 5, 2024 Dearborn’s population is 110,000 people. Arab Americans make up almost 65,000 of them. Dearborn School’s student body is over 20,000. And Arab American children make up 80% of that student body. Yet only 2 out of our 7 school board members are Arab Americans. Representation matters….

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

Posted on August 16, 2024August 20, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on How will Arab and Muslim Americans vote and why, is focus of Arab Radio show in Michigan and online
How will Arab and Muslim Americans vote and why, is focus of Arab Radio show in Michigan and online

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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Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide

Posted on August 16, 2024August 16, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide
Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide

Arab and Muslims to join conference countering Democratic Convention “silence” on Gaza genocide By Ray Hanania Chicago, IL — As thousands of delegates gather in Chicago next week for the Democratic National Convention to officially confirm a successor to President Joe Biden, Arab and Muslim community leaders will join African American and progressive activists in…

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Michigan Primaries 2024: Vote Today and be part of the solution:

Posted on August 6, 2024August 6, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Michigan Primaries 2024: Vote Today and be part of the solution:
Michigan Primaries 2024: Vote Today and be part of the solution:

Michigan Primaries 2024: Vote Today and be part of the solution: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) calls upon all eligible registered voters not to miss voting today, Tuesday primary elections day, Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Voting polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. Election day is the day of action. It…

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Abandon Biden Campaign Reacts to Presidential Debate: A Call to Reject Genocide and Racism

Posted on June 28, 2024June 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Abandon Biden Campaign Reacts to Presidential Debate: A Call to Reject Genocide and Racism
Abandon Biden Campaign Reacts to Presidential Debate: A Call to Reject Genocide and Racism

Abandon Biden Campaign Reacts to Presidential Debate: A Call to Reject Genocide and Racism Last night’s presidential debate revealed a stunning and disheartening moment as the term “Palestinian” was openly used as a slur officials of the #AbandonBiden campaign said Friday. This blatant racism, particularly against Palestinians, was exemplified when Donald Trump hurled the insult,…

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Arab and Muslim voters continue pressure on Biden at election polls

Posted on March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab and Muslim voters continue pressure on Biden at election polls
Arab and Muslim voters continue pressure on Biden at election polls

Arab and Muslim voters continue pressure on Biden at election polls President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump both secured enough state election wins after Tuesday’s elections in Georgia and Washington State to qualify for their party nominations for the November General Election.  #AbandonBiden activists said the trend against Biden’s polices in Gaza continued…

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#AbandonBiden leadership hosts Conference in Chicago Saturday Dec. 30, 2023

Posted on December 28, 2023December 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on #AbandonBiden leadership hosts Conference in Chicago Saturday Dec. 30, 2023
#AbandonBiden leadership hosts Conference in Chicago Saturday Dec. 30, 2023

#AbandonBiden leadership hosts Conference in Chicago Saturday Dec. 30, 2023 #AbandonBiden campaign hosts conference in Chicago where Arab and Muslim American leaders will discuss their reaction to President Joe Biden’s support of the genocide and warcrimes committed by Israel against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip. The conference will be held in Chicago Saturday, Dec….

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Sonia Anne Khalil campaigns for Illinois State House 36th District

Posted on December 22, 2023December 22, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sonia Anne Khalil campaigns for Illinois State House 36th District
Sonia Anne Khalil campaigns for Illinois State House 36th District

Sonia Anne Khalil campaigns for Illinois State House 36th District Longtime Arab American activists Sonia Anne Khalil announced on December 10, 2023 her candidacy to seek the Democratic Party domination for the Illinois Legislative 36th House seat next year. Khalil is the leading candidate in the Democratic Primary for the 36th House seat in the…

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Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary

Posted on November 21, 2023November 21, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary
Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary

Muslim American woman challenges unresponsive Congressman Sean Casten in March 19 Democratic primary By Ray Hanania Congressman Sean Casten, who has failed to live up to his promises to outreach and include Arab and Muslim Americans in the last election, is being challenged in th March 19, 2024 Democratic Primary election by healthcare activist Mahnoor…

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Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president

Posted on June 24, 2023June 28, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president
Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president

Rev. Jackson to host 35th Anniversary of his historic 1988 candidacy for president Jesse Jackson supporters plan 35th Anniversary Celebration of Historic 1988 Run for the Presidency and Issue Call for Renewed Activism Before 2024 Election  Jesse Jackson’s campaigns for President of the United States made history in 1984 and 1988, paving the way for…

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American Arabs, Civil Rights, Election, Event, Events, News, Politics, US Arab Politics

Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections

Posted on March 31, 2023March 31, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections
Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections

Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections By Ray Hanania The election on Tuesday April 4 is very important to the Arab American & Muslim community. There are many candidates who support our community who need our support, and several who do not. If we don’t take the time to vote, we…

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Arab Democrats endorse Rafferty and Bonnar in Orland Fire District race

Posted on March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on Arab Democrats endorse Rafferty and Bonnar in Orland Fire District race
Arab Democrats endorse Rafferty and Bonnar in Orland Fire District race

Arab Democrats endorse Rafferty and Bonnar in Orland Fire District race The Arab American Democratic Club released its official endorsements for the April 4, 2023 elections including in the Orland Fire Protection District which includes Orland park, Orland Hills and parts of unincorporated Orland. The AADC has endorsed Matthew G. Rafferty and William Bonnar Jr.,…

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AADC releases its endorsements for the April 4, 2023 non-partisan elections

Posted on February 21, 2023March 17, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on AADC releases its endorsements for the April 4, 2023 non-partisan elections
AADC releases its endorsements for the April 4, 2023 non-partisan elections

AADC releases its endorsements for the April 4, 2023 non-partisan elections ENDORSEMENTS APRIL 4, 2023 The Arab American Democratic Club, the largest grassroots Arab American political and voting organization in Illinois, proudly announces its endorsements for candidates running in the April 4, 2023 non-partisan General Elections. Early voting begins on March 20 and we urge…

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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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