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What If U.S. Mideast Policy Stays the Same? Key Considerations and Next Steps

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Waiting for a new US president to alter America’s approach to the Middle East is unrealistic, frustrating, and demoralizing. Regardless of who wins the presidential race, the new administration is unlikely to change US Mideast policy substantially: Washington and Tel Aviv have mutual interests that go deeper than … Continued

Dajaj bil Laban-Chicken and Yogurt

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer In Arab cooking yogurt is mainly used with meats such as lamb or beef but also, at times with chicken.  This Saudi Arabian dish proves that chicken and yogurt make an excellent combination.   Milk curdled by the actions of cultures with the consistency of custard y was discovered about … Continued

How to Vote Your Conscience Super Strategically 

By: Sam Husseini / Arab America Contributing Writer The “Uncommitted” movement has predictably floundered.  Parts of it will vote for Harris; others have effectively melded into Abandon Harris and vote for Jill Stein of the Green Party or some other non-genocidal candidate.  At least one prominent participant in Uncommitted, Amer Ghalib, mayor of Hamtramck, Mich., has received extensive … Continued

With Mixed Feelings, I Vote for Harris

Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Recent presidential polls show that Vice President Harris and former President Trump are running neck and neck among Arab and Muslim Americans: 45% for Trump and 43% for Harris. Stunning New Poll Shows Trump Widening Lead Among Arab Americans | The New Republic. In 2024 the Arab and Muslim … Continued

RECAP: CONNECT Arab America Empowerment Summit 2024 Welcomes Over 480 Guests from 26 States on October 25-26, Making a Significant Impact on the Arab American Community

The Arab America Empowerment Summit drew a remarkable crowd this past weekend, with over 480 attendees from over 26 states across the U.S. and abroad. Organized by the Arab America Foundation, the event made a lasting impact, uniting and inspiring the community during challenging times. “This summit was a pivotal step in fulfilling our mission … Continued

The Order of Assassins: Where the Term “Assassin” Comes From

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When you think of the term “assassin”, a variety of topics might spring into mind. You might think of all sorts of villains from movies, television shows, books, or anything similar. Or you might think of real-life assassinations, targeting political or military figures like Abraham Lincoln or … Continued

Raed Wahesh: Voice of Syrian Suffering and Hope

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer One of the important voices of his generation is Syrian poet Raed Wahesh, particularly in light of the country’s ongoing wars. Wahesh, who was born in Damascus in the early 1980s, is well-known for his moving, multi-layered poetry that explores the human condition, the effects of conflict, … Continued

A Guide to Surfing in Morocco

By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco has become a world-renowned surf destination, offering something for every level of surfer. With over 1,800 kilometers of coastline, the country enjoys consistent swells rolling in from the North Atlantic. From beginner-friendly beach breaks to challenging point breaks and treacherous reefs, Morocco’s coastline is both … Continued

Voices in the Shadows: The Political Influence of Religious and Ethnic Minorities in the Arab World

Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, a diverse tapestry of cultures, languages, and faiths coexist with the dominant Arab identity. Religious and ethnic minorities, including Christians, Druze, Kurds, and Berbers, have made major political, social, and economic contributions, influencing the region’s past and future. Arab … Continued

Bean Couscous – Kuskus bil-Foul

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Although not prepared in the same way as in North Africa, this couscous dish made its way from North Africa to Malta. This couscous is a vestige of the Arab era in this island country.  This Maltese version can be served as a soup or as a main course. … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces Stefan Ateek, 2024 MVP Awardee

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (Washington, D.C., October 23, 2024) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce that Texas Team Leader Stefan Ateek will receive the MVP-Most Valuable Person Award for 2024 at the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit on Saturday, October 26, 2022, at 5:30 pm at the Ford Comunity and Performing Arts … Continued

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