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Arab Chamber and Palestine Club host Candidate Iftar March 13 in Bridgeview

Posted on March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab Chamber and Palestine Club host Candidate Iftar March 13 in Bridgeview
Arab Chamber and Palestine Club host Candidate Iftar March 13 in Bridgeview

Arab Chamber and Palestine Club host Candidate Iftar March 13 in Bridgeview The Arab American Chamber of Commerce of Chicagoland and the Palestine Club are hosting a “Candidate’s Iftar” on Thursday, March 13 beginning at 5:30 PM at Jerusalem Banquets, 8314 S. Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview. The event is open to all candidates and to…

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All United launches to empower local community and drive political change

Posted on December 17, 2024February 12, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on All United launches to empower local community and drive political change
All United launches to empower local community and drive political change

All United launches to empower local community and drive political change ORLAND PARK, IL – Last week, All United, a newly established statewide Political Action Committee (PAC), launched its mission to build a powerful and inclusive political movement at its inaugural fundraiser—an event that demonstrated the strength, unity, and resolve of the communities it aims…

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Jill Stein endorsed for President by largest Illinois Arab American coalition

Posted on November 3, 2024November 4, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jill Stein endorsed for President by largest Illinois Arab American coalition
Jill Stein endorsed for President by largest Illinois Arab American coalition

Jill Stein endorsed for President by largest Illinois Arab American coalition Chicago, IL — The Arab American Democracy Coalition (AADC), formerly the Arab American Democratic Club, this week endorsed Dr. Jill Stein of the Green Party for President and released its endorsement list for Illinois House, legislative and countywide races on Nov. 5, 2024. AADC…

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France: Political Compromise vs Political Instability

Posted on August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on France: Political Compromise vs Political Instability
France: Political Compromise vs Political Instability

France: Political Compromise vs Political Instability By Abdennour Toumi For weeks French politics has been so odd that it could be mentioned in any political fiction series: The West Wing, House of Cards, and Baron Noir or all together. After three successive and scathing defeats of President’s Emmanuel Macron camp: the European elections and in…

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Why Palestinians are willing to embrace Netanyahu rather than fight for their rights

Posted on November 23, 2022November 23, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on Why Palestinians are willing to embrace Netanyahu rather than fight for their rights
Why Palestinians are willing to embrace Netanyahu rather than fight for their rights

Why Palestinians are willing to embrace Netanyahu rather than fight for their rights When it comes to politics and fighting for their rights, Palestinians seem to loose their enthusiasm quickly and resort to the tragic normalcy of being victims and demanding 100 percent, rather than pursuing a strategic and continuing effort to fight for their…

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No one deserves Arab and Muslim American voter support more than Maria Pappas

Posted on October 27, 2022November 6, 2022 By rayhanania 1 Comment on No one deserves Arab and Muslim American voter support more than Maria Pappas
No one deserves Arab and Muslim American voter support more than Maria Pappas

No one deserves Arab and Muslim American voter support more than Maria Pappas No one has done more for the Arab and Muslim American community, and all ethnic, religious and racial groups in Cook County than County Treasurer Maria Pappas. Unlike other candidates, she is in the community every year and all year round, and…

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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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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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2021 General Elections are Over: Time to Reconcile, Work Together and Move Forward

Posted on November 4, 2021November 4, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on 2021 General Elections are Over: Time to Reconcile, Work Together and Move Forward
2021 General Elections are Over: Time to Reconcile, Work Together and Move Forward

2021 General Elections are Over: Time to Reconcile, Work Together and Move Forward No doubt that this year’s general elections that was held on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 was one most important and most contested in a number of cities across the state of Michigan, notably in Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and Hamtramck for Arab and…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Election, Imad Hamad, Opinion, Politics

Voting Right: Vote for the Program and the Values

Posted on October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Voting Right: Vote for the Program and the Values
Voting Right: Vote for the Program and the Values

Voting Right: Vote for the Program and the Values Voting is important and every citizen who is 18 years of age or older should participate in the election system by voting. The individuals you elect will directly impact your lives and community. Not based on knowledge and facts, not on emotion. Vote for the best…

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American Arab & Muslim PAC endorses Abdullah Hammoud for Dearborn Mayor

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on American Arab & Muslim PAC endorses Abdullah Hammoud for Dearborn Mayor
American Arab & Muslim PAC endorses Abdullah Hammoud for Dearborn Mayor

American Arab & Muslim PAC endorses Abdullah Hammoud for Dearborn Mayor Dearborn election endorsements from The American Arab & Muslim Political Action Committee AMPAC Oct. 2021 for the Nov. 2, 2021 elections. The AMPAC also endorsed many other candidates in races that also include the City Council, Charter Commission, and other races.  

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Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities 

Posted on August 1, 2021August 1, 2021 By Imad_Hamad No Comments on Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities 
Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities 

Michigan’s Primary Elections, August 3rd: Charting the Future of Our Communities  By Imad Hamad The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) urges all registered voters to participate in the upcoming primary elections that will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 across the state of Michigan.   This year’s primary elections is extremely important to different key cities such as…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Election, Imad Hamad, Opinion, Politics, US Arab Politics

Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done

Posted on July 15, 2021August 10, 2021 By Imad_Hamad No Comments on Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done
Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done

Dearborn Mayor O’Reilly, Thank you for all you have done By Imad Hamad Once one becomes part of public life, he lives in the public eye and under the microscope. There is praise sometimes, criticism other times. Some of it is fair, some unfair. It comes with the territory of being a public figure.  Indeed,…

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Arab American Democratic Club hosts candidate leadership forum

Posted on March 25, 2021March 25, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab American Democratic Club hosts candidate leadership forum
Arab American Democratic Club hosts candidate leadership forum

Arab American Democratic Club hosts candidate leadership forum The Arab American Democratic Club hosted its 2021 Candidate and Leadership Forum on Thursday March 25 featuring a long slate of candidates for local elective office and elected government officials and speakers. The event was held to commemorate April Arab American Heritage Month and to encourage Arab…

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Arab Democrats host pre-election GOTV rally

Posted on October 26, 2020October 26, 2020 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Arab Democrats host pre-election GOTV rally
Arab Democrats host pre-election GOTV rally

Arab Democrats host pre-election GOTV rally Arab Americans encouraged to be fully engaged in the November 3, 2020 General Election and to make their voices heard by the candidates, local government officials, and the news media. The 3 hour online Zoom Annual Rally for Candidates hosted by the Arab American Democratic Club and the American…

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Live Arab Radio Friday morning features supporters for Trump and Biden

Posted on October 8, 2020October 8, 2020 By rayhanania No Comments on Live Arab Radio Friday morning features supporters for Trump and Biden
Live Arab Radio Friday morning features supporters for Trump and Biden

Live Arab Radio Friday morning features supporters for Trump and Biden Champions for President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden will provide their perspectives on The Ray Hanania Radio Show on the US Arab Radio Network on WNZK AM 690 radio in Detroit. Guests include pro-Trump advocate Mrinalini Kumari and Arab American Institute…

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Arab News correspondent hosts “Special Election Coverage” on Detroit radio

Posted on October 5, 2020October 6, 2020 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab News correspondent hosts “Special Election Coverage” on Detroit radio
Arab News correspondent hosts “Special Election Coverage” on Detroit radio

Arab News correspondent hosts “Special Election Coverage” on Detroit radio Middle East’s leading English language newspaper The Arab News will launch a weekly radio show on Detroit’s US Arab Radio Network to explore issues in the Nov. 3, 2020 General Election. The show will be hosted by the newspaper’s US Special Correspondent Ray Hanania, a…

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Arab Americans endorse “Amo Bernie” in Michigan and Illinois primary elections

Posted on March 7, 2020March 7, 2020 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Americans endorse “Amo Bernie” in Michigan and Illinois primary elections
Arab Americans endorse “Amo Bernie” in Michigan and Illinois primary elections

Arab Americans endorse “Amo Bernie” in Michigan and Illinois primary elections Arab Americans in key states including Michigan, Illinois and Ohio endorse Jewish American Senator Bernie Sanders for President in the March 10 and March 17 Democratic primary elections against rival Joe Biden, who describes himself as “a Zionist.” #AmoBernie #Election #Michigan #Illinois Major Arab-American…

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