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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer The failure of the UN Security Council Resolution to call for a ceasefire in Gaza disappointed the entire Arab world, the Global South, and a majority of Western nations. It was hard to celebrate Christmas for the twenty million Middle Eastern Christians. It was difficult to fathom … Continued
This is the story of a poem, “Write My Name,” by Palestinian American poet, Zeina Azzam. The poem has electrified many people across the world. It depicts the plight and pain of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, as a result of the Hamas-Israeli war. Much of this report is based on an email exchange between Zeina and contributing writer, John Mason. Since her writing is direct, expansive, and, at the same time, exquisite, Mason uses her quotes liberally.
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Arab America Foundation (AAF) experienced many amazing accomplishments during the year 2023. The year saw historic Arab music and cultural performances on the legendary Kennedy Center stage in Washington, D.C.; then was followed by numerous young Arab American initiatives such as the competitions for Rising … Continued
Introduction: As the Christmas season approaches, we find ourselves facing the unfortunate reality of ongoing conflicts, with the war in Gaza casting a somber shadow over the festivities. In the midst of this global celebration, the question arises: Is there truly peace on Earth? This question holds a deep and touching meaning, particularly when considering … Continued
By: Paul Asfour / Arab America Contributing Writer I’ve been thinking about the phrase “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.” Until the massacre of the people of Israel on October 7th, followed by the current, ongoing massacre of the people of Gaza, I accepted the common narrative that the phrase was understood … Continued
By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer The Israel and Hamas war is the war that has broke the internet, with some calling it genocide with the deaths of almost 20,000 civilians, wounding almost 50,000, the destruction of infrastructure, homes, and hospitals, the disruption and blockade of humanitarian efforts and supplies, and water and electricity … Continued
This is the twenty-seventh in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our twenty-seventh pathbreaker, depicted by contributing writer, John Mason, is Ramy Youssef, an American stand-up comedian, actor, screenwriter, and director known for his role as Ramy Hassan on the Hulu comedy series “Ramy.” Youssef was born in New York City to Muslim Egyptian parents and later raised in New Jersey. He has consistently highlighted his Arab cultural background, using it to create empathy and understanding of his audience. Youssef employs comedy to emphasize a balance between humor and sensitivity, thereby humanizing his often-politicized stories.
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer President Biden cautions Israel not to reoccupy Gaza, attack Lebanon or continue to harass Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. He sends his advisors to the region to deliver his messages directly. Beyond offering advice, caution or warning, Biden rarely acts on his words. This … Continued
By: Barbara Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer …and thinks for a moment an angel is therebringing back loveIf I must dielet it bring hopelet it be a tale. Final lines from martyr Refaat Alareer’s “If I Must Die” As logic and law fail us, we ruefully, desperately, turn to poetry and our humanity … Continued
This is the twenty-sixth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our twenty-sixth pathbreaker is Naomi Shihab Nye, a distinguished Palestinian American poet, essayist, and novelist. Contributing writer, John Mason, writes about her birth in 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of a Muslim Palestinian father and an American mother. Naomi’s childhood was spent mostly in America, though while growing up, she made extended visits to Jerusalem. The duality of cultures she experienced profoundly shaped her perspective and her poetry.
By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer A Long History In the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, one contentious issue is the establishment of Israeli settlements in the occupied territories. These settlements, built by Israeli citizens in areas captured during the 1967 war, have had profound implications for Palestinian communities. To this day, particularly in areas such … Continued
Liz Magill’s Resignation The resignation of University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill made headlines this past weekend following her statements at the hearing on antisemitism. Her resignation follows her controversial responses to the question of whether the call for the genocide of Jews violates Penn’s code of conduct. Magill answered that the call for the … Continued
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