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Arab-American woman blazes path in Paterson

By: Svetlana Shkolnikova Source: NorthJersey.com Huda Shalabi cracked her first case at just 10 years old. A marble cutting machine had been stolen from her family’s backyard and police, citing a lack of witnesses and video footage, could not help. So Shalabi thought she’d try. She remembered where the machine was last seen and that … Continued

Democratic Socialists vow ground war to help elect Arab American

Rev. Khader El-Yateem says he is proud to be a member of the New York City Democratic Socialists of America. Eagle file photo by John Alexander By: Paula Katinas Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle The political organization that backed Bernie Sanders for president is now setting its sights on the City Council campaign in Bay Ridge. … Continued

The Arab American Left And Palestine: The Untold Story

By: Marjorie Cohn Source: The Huffington Post Marjorie Cohn is professor emerita at Thomas Jefferson School of Law where she taught for 25 years. President Donald Trump has twice tried to institute a travel ban on all refugees from six or seven Muslim-majority countries. During the presidential campaign, Trump called for a “total and complete … Continued

Palestinian-American activist Linda Sarsour cheered at CUNY graduation

BY: AYANA HARRY SOURCE: PIX 11 NEW YORK A Palestinian-American activist whose role as a commencement speaker had come under protest from critics opposing her stance on Israel was given a standing ovation by graduating students Thursday after she told them they must commit to demanding change. Thursday was the first commencement of the City … Continued

Growing Old in The Arab World Is Not What You Expect

BY: Yara Jouzy/ Contributing Writer  Growing old can have its perks especially, in the Arab world. Arab Americans have carried with them this tradition of paying the utmost love, respect, and attention to their elderly relatives. With old age comes a lot of responsibility, including the guidance and monitoring of all roles family members assume … Continued

Mabrook! Arab American teen accepted to 7 Ivy League schools

Algerian American Amina Mabizari applied to 16 universities, including eight Ivy League institutions, and seven of those Ivy League schools accepted her. Alif Mabrook!  BY: Marcelino Benito Source: KHOU/ABC News Every student dreams of reading these words: “Congratulations on your acceptance!” But Elsik High School senior Amina Mabizari read them 15 times. She applied to 16 … Continued

7 Traits My Arab American Mother Instilled in Me

BY: Laila Elreedi/Contributing Writer Undoubtedly, the majority of teenagers, like myself, look up to someone for a sense of inspiration and advice. We need a role model to guide us during life’s struggles. Simply someone with a clear set of standards to help influence and shape their Arab values and personal traits. The role model for teenagers may … Continued

Little Being Left to Chance for Trump’s Saudi Visit

President Donald Trump arrives in the Kennedy Garden of the White House in Washington, May 1, 2017. By: Jamie Dettmer Source: Voice of America It isn’t the first time a new U.S. President has promised a fresh start in American-Arab relations. Eight years ago Barack Obama promised a beneficial reset in a speech delivered in Cairo … Continued

VIDEO: Arab American Designer Joseph Abboud’s focus is creating quality menswear that’s made in America

By ENJOLI FRANCIS,ERIC NOLL, ESTHER CASTILLEJO ABC NEWS Growing up, Joseph Abboud always believed that dressing well, and presenting himself well, would open doors. So much so, that in his high school yearbook, Abboud’s peers voted him “Best Dressed.” His idea paid off: Abboud became an award-winning U.S. menswear designer and author, opening up his … Continued

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