Profile: Hanania argues American Arabs need more networking and greater involvement in local society Freelance writer Thabet al-Arabi profiles Ray Hanania, an Op-Ed columnist, former Chicago City Hall political reporter, and radio talk show host. The profile explores Hanania’s life from wanting to study medicine to turning to journalism, communications and standup comedy to challenge…
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Will Khashoggi’s demise at least help end the Yemen war?
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Will Khashoggi’s demise at least help end the Yemen war? By Ghassan Michel Rubeiz Debate about the forensic aspect of the Saudi murder has been exhaustive and repetitive. It is time to change the focus. Riyadh is not ready to assume any responsibility for the death of the Saudi Washington Post opinion writer…
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