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New Book “Melodies Under the Palms” looks at Iraq’s pure values and culture in contrast to present negative perceptions

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West Bloomfield, Michigan—Author Dr Salma Ajo is proud to announce the release of her new book, Melodies Under the Palms (Published by Author House). Two major issues motivated her to write this book. She felt overwhelmed with pundits, politicians and journalists who introduced themselves as specialists in Middle-East affairs. With only minimal knowledge and limited … Continued

Rasmea Defense Committee celebrating today, planning next steps

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Rasmea Defense Committee Friday, February 26th, 2016 Yesterday’s ruling from the Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals represents a great victory in the case of Rasmea Odeh, the legendary Palestinian American icon who was convicted of a politically motivated immigration violation in 2014, and sentenced to 18 months in prison and deportation last year. There … Continued

Decision in Rasmea Odeh Appeal a Partial Victory

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Rasmea Defense Committee February 25th, 2016 This morning, a ruling from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals represents a partial victory in the case of Rasmea Odeh, the legendary Palestinian American icon who was convicted of a politically motivated immigration charge in 2014, and sentenced to 18 months in prison and deportation last year. Organizers … Continued

Activists Protest Airbnb’s Listings in Israeli Settlements

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Activists in San Francisco protest outside Airbnb headquarters. (STAFF PHOTO PHIL PASQUINI) Two days after Chris Lehane, Airbnb’s head of global policy, promoted the alleged financial benefits of the online booking website to attendees of the United States Conference of Mayors in Washington, DC, CODEPINK and Jewish Voice for Peace activists protested outside Airbnb’s San … Continued

Arab America Picks a President

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  BY: Fred Shwaery/Arab America Contributing Writer We are 11 months from inaugurating a new president and vice president. Much has been happening and much will unfold between now and Inauguration Day. Through it all, Arab Americans have been a part of the electoral process and will continue to do so. In this new weekly … Continued

The Hidden Success of BDS

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    As the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement enters into its eleventh year, it is clear that 2016 is already the movement’s most noteworthy year yet. The grassroots initiative debated by individuals, student governments, nonprofits, churches, and private businesses, is asking its members the same question: Is it ethical to conduct business with … Continued

So…Where are our Arab American candidates?

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“Our difficulties are in political properties…the failure to institute campaign finance reform,” Executive Director Maya Berry of the Arab American Institute explains when asked about the lack of Arab American representation in politics. While the problems facing Arab Americans are unique, Berry affirms that the community’s problems in the political process aren’t too different from … Continued

Lebanese American Heritage Club To Honor Ziad Ojakli, Ford Motor Company Group Vice President, Govt. & Community Relations at Annual Awards Gala

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The Lebanese American Heritage Club (LAHC) is proud to bestow its 2016 Excellence and Great Achievements Award upon Mr. Ziad S. Ojakli, Ford Motor Company Group Vice President of Government and Community Relations. This honor will be bestow upon him during the LAHC 28th Annual Awards Gala scheduled to take place on May 6th, 2016 … Continued

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