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Fighting Racism After Boston

Brian Stone | Posted 04.28.2013 | Politics
Brian Stone

Every time one of these attacks happen, I hear the insecure pleas of Muslim Americans trying to reassure others that "Not all Muslims are like that." They are continually shut out of the discussion and alienated for trying to say it.

Michael McAuliff

Sikhs, Arab-Americans Fear Boston Backlash

HuffingtonPost.com | Michael McAuliff | Posted 04.19.2013 | Religion

WASHINGTON -- For Arab-Americans -- and people who are mistaken to be Arab -- there's an extra layer of fear that rides along with the frightening new...

Arab and Muslim Identity Amongst the Boston Wreckage

Faisal Al-Juburi | Posted 04.18.2013 | Politics
Faisal Al-Juburi

In times like this, I do not want to renounce everything Arab and Muslim about me, but I do want to embrace without reservation the part of me that is American by birth and upbringing.

Engendering Pride in Iraqi-Americans 10 Years After the Start of the War

Faisal Al-Juburi | Posted 05.15.2013 | World
Faisal Al-Juburi

As his thickly-rimmed glasses slid down his nose, he inquired about my racial background, intrigued by my name And, then, he had his epiphany: The war was the catalyst for my anxiety and confusion.

The Washington Post Should Hold Jennifer Rubin Accountable

Raed Jarrar | Posted 05.11.2013 | Media
Raed Jarrar

The Washington Post is a highly respected newspaper with a wide readership, and should distance itself from base attempts to smear an entire community using misinformation and sensationalism. It should set an example and hold Jennifer Rubin accountable.

Vindication!

James Zogby | Posted 05.02.2013 | Politics
James Zogby

Chuck Hagel is a valued friend. As a result, it was profoundly disturbing to me and members of my community when some of his opponents attempted to make his appearances before Arab Americans an issue in his confirmation process.

A Comedian and a Scholar on Changing Sexual Behavior in the New Arab World Walk Into a Room

Andrea Grossman | Posted 02.22.2013 | Los Angeles
Andrea Grossman

We in the west know so little about Arab culture, custom and practices. We know about Ramadan. We know about governments in power. We know about Arab history -- to a point and clearly not enough. We understand that we need to know more.

GOP Insults Yet Another Minority Group

Hani Almadhoun | Posted 04.16.2013 | Politics
Hani Almadhoun

Ever since the embarrassing loss of the 2012 elections, the GOP is wondering how they can win over minority voters. I feel that they are genuine and w...

'Little Syria' Exhibit Opens at Arab American National Museum

Todd Fine | Posted 02.06.2013 | Arts
Todd Fine

The Arab American National Museum inaugurated an exhibit on a fascinating topic that forms the foundation of Arab-American history: the Little Syria neighborhood of Lower Manhattan.

Finding the 'American' Kahlil Gibran: RenƩe Moorad and the ADC Commemorative Stamp Campaign

Todd Fine | Posted 02.04.2013 | Impact
Todd Fine

With increasing interest in the historical connections between the United States and the Arab world as a result of the politics of our time, there seemingly is a new push to expand knowledge about Gibran and possibly ground him in an American setting.

Jazz Meets Maqam on December 1 -- A Celebration of Arab Culture in America

Hani Almadhoun | Posted 01.28.2013 | DC
Hani Almadhoun

In a city where the term "Arab" is heavily politicized, it's refreshing to attend an event where simple things like music and traditional dances do more to bring people together than a seasoned politician can muster.

Arab Americans and Law Enforcement: Rights at Risk

James Zogby | Posted 01.10.2013 | World
James Zogby

In a democratic society based on constitutionally guaranteed rights, the role of law enforcement ought to be to help secure these rights for all citizens. This, for decades, has not been the case for Arab Americans.

Sultans Of Satire Aims To Bridge Gaps With Muslims, Arabs Through Comedy

Religion News Service | Megan Sweas | Posted 11.04.2012 | Religion

LOS ANGELES (RNS) Unshaven and wearing a black hoodie and cap, Omar Elba looked out from the lectern, surrounded by a gold cross and organ pipes. "Mos...

American Elections Matter and the System Is Open

Ziad J. Asali, M.D. | Posted 01.02.2013 | World
Ziad J. Asali, M.D.

One often hears the refrain: How come the Arabs, or Arab Americans, have so little influence in America? A fair point, but what influence do the Arabs want or need to have? The Arabs used to have a cause in the past which is Palestine. People still talk about it incessantly.

Obama Strong But Wilting With Arab-Americans

Steve Clemons | Posted 11.30.2012 | Politics
Steve Clemons

President Obama maintains a commanding lead over Governor Mitt Romney in the election but that Obama's edge has dropped by 15 percent since the 2008 election.

The Arab American Vote: 2012

James Zogby | Posted 11.29.2012 | Politics
James Zogby

As our experience and our polling over the past two decades makes clear, Arab Americans vote like most Americans, but with an edge. They are concerned about the economy and its impact on their families.

Congress Should Pass Resolution Celebrating Arab-American Literature

Todd Fine | Posted 11.25.2012 | Politics
Todd Fine

The recent Sikh massacre revealed the dangers for ethnic groups whose cultural stories are not adequately communicated in American society, and the United States urgently needs to communicate alternative cultural narratives in the Arab world, while it internalizes their meanings and implications on policy.

Arab American Democrats in Charlotte

James Zogby | Posted 09.01.2012 | Politics
James Zogby

This convention will be different. For Arab Americans, with our record breaking numbers, it will represent a "coming of age." Our hard work has brought us from exclusion to being respected and recognized as part of the mainstream of the Democratic Party.

A Big Election for Arab Americans

James Zogby | Posted 06.09.2012 | Politics
James Zogby

For Arab Americans, the big election news of the past week didn't come out of just Wisconsin or Egypt. Congressman Bill Pascrell's stunning victory over Congressman Steve Rothman in northern New Jersey's 9th District showed Arab Americans coming of age.

Arab American Visitors Facing New Invasive Measures By Israeli Authorities

Omar Baddar | Posted 08.06.2012 | World
Omar Baddar

The U.S. government has a serious responsibility here to tell Israel, a country that draws unprecedented (indeed, too much) military aid and diplomatic support from the U.S., that they must treat all our citizens with respect, regardless of their ethnic origin.

The Dictator Misses the Point

Munira Syeda | Posted 07.17.2012 | Entertainment
Munira Syeda

Isn't it possible to be entertaining, humorous and intelligent all at the same time? We appreciate thought-provoking, envelope-pushing entertainment; Muslim and Arab communities are not above that.

A Resilient Arab American Community

James Zogby | Posted 04.21.2012 | World
James Zogby

Despite the challenges we have faced and continue to face, we remain, at the end of the day, a community that is proud of our heritage, and prouder still of our accomplishments in America, our home.

Steps the FBI Must Take to Remedy Misinformation Campaign About Arabs and Muslims

James Zogby | Posted 05.31.2012 | Politics
James Zogby

There must be an acknowledgment of the wrong that has been done to our communities and to our country's ability to respectfully engage with Arabs and Muslims. This is vital to our future as Americans.

NYPD: Shredding the Constitution

James Zogby | Posted 05.17.2012 | New York
James Zogby

Arab and Muslim immigrants have become increasingly fearful of law enforcement. Trust has been broken. And trust between the community and the police is the key to any successful crime prevention strategy.

Sacha Baron Cohen Can't Make Profiling Funny

Nadia Tonova | Posted 04.29.2012 | Entertainment
Nadia Tonova

At the Oscars, Sacha Baron Cohen buffooned as a fictitious Arab dictator to promote a film. There was plenty of buzz over the fact that he made a mess of Seacrest's Burberry tuxedo, but not about the blatant Arab stereotype.