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Rewriting the Music Playbook: Harget Kart’s Art of Fusion

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine a band that takes the ordinary, lights it on fire, and from the ashes creates something extraordinary. This is Harget Kart—a name that, in the Arabic Jordanian dialect, means “to burn a photo card.” Just as their name suggests, Harget Kart has set the conventional boundaries … Continued

A Glimpse into 19th-Century Syrian Christian Weddings

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Weddings are more than just ceremonies—they are monumental events in one’s life. Have you ever wondered how Arabs celebrated their weddings in the nineteenth century? In his autobiography, A Far Journey, Abraham Rihbany provides a unique and detailed firsthand account of Syrian Christian weddings in Greater Syria. … Continued

Arab America Announces Fall 2024 Internship Opportunities

Arab America, the leading provider of digital media regarding the Arab and Arab American identity, announces Fall 2024 internship opportunities. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning August/September (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital communications … Continued

5 Pioneering Arab American Scholars

By Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab American studies as a field owes much to the groundbreaking work of many pioneers. We are indebted to numerous professors, but for the scope of this work, we will focus on the lives and legacies of five pioneering Arab American scholars: Alixa Naff, Evelyn Shakir, Jack … Continued

Justin Amash: Championing Arab American Interests in US Senate Race

On August 6, Arab Americans in Michigan will have the opportunity to vote for a Palestinian-Syrian American, Justin Amash, in the primary election for the US Senate — sending a powerful message about the importance of the Arab American vote and its ability to influence the US political landscape. There is no better way for the Arab … Continued

“Kawkab America”: The First Arab American Newspaper

Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Kawkab America is widely recognized as the first Arabic newspaper, founded by members of the Greek Orthodox Church (Mehdi 5, 7). What is less commonly known is that this groundbreaking publication was bilingual, non-sectarian, and transnational. Its efforts to forge connections and promote … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces 20 Under 20 Awardees–Class of 2024

For Immediate Release Washington DC (July 24, 2024): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of their 20 Under 20 initiative. Twenty Arab Americans from throughout the U.S. were announced. Judges from different states reviewed the applications anonymously (without identification of name or ethnicity). The awardees are Jad Abdel Nour, Layalie AbuOleim, Sophia Barghouti, … Continued

How White Fragility Keeps Anti-Black Racism Alive in Arab Society

By: Raisa Sami / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic television shows frequently featured lighter-skinned actors in blackface, sparking controversy over negative portrayals of Black people in recent years. The dehumanization of Black people, which includes stereotypes of mental weakness, moral impotence, excessive sexual arousal, foolishness, and laziness, is the root cause of this anti-Black racism. … Continued

How Arab Americans Could Revolutionize U.S. Politics

By: Sam Husseini / Arab America Contributing Writer By working together, Arab Americans from across the political spectrum can take their votes in pairs from pro-Israel Biden and Trump and support pro-peace candidates like the Green Party and the Libertarians Party.  Biden has armed Israel to the teeth and given it diplomatic support to continue its … Continued

Socioeconomic Status of Arab Americans

By: Raisa Sami/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans are a diverse group with roots in 22 Arab countries, that have significantly enriched the social, cultural, and economic fabric of the United States. A comprehensive approach that considers educational attainment, income levels, demographic trends, and economic participation is necessary to comprehend the socioeconomic status of Arab Americans. This … Continued

Juneteenth: Celebrating the Greatest Ascent – The Freeing of a Slave

By: Nate Fox / Arab America Contributing Writer The history of the Arab world is one plagued with colonialism and imperialism. African Americans can relate to this struggle against oppressive rule. By acknowledging these parallels, Arab Americans can find deeper connections and solidarity with the African American community, especially in celebrating Juneteenth. History and Importance … Continued

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