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March is for All Women: Warda Bouguettaya

By: Emily Devereaux/Arab America Contributing Writer What is home? To many people, this answer will vary. Sometimes home is a place, or land, or even a group of people. Wanda Bouguettaya, who was born in Alergia, has had many places to call home. However, what sets her apart is the way she fashioned flavors of … Continued

How Arab Americans Manage to Stay Healthy and Well

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans have ties to one or more of the Arab League countries, whether they are cultural, ethnic, linguistic, familial, or heritage bonds to their ancestries. It is important for people to care for their health; this is how most Arab Americans do so in terms of following specific … Continued

In March 2020, International Women’s History Month is Defined by Phenomenal Women

By: Leila Diab/Arab America Contributing Writer “A successful woman is one who can build a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at her.” –Unknown This March 2020, international acknowledgment of women’s courageous, brave, and exceptional standards of deep moral, ethical, artistic, and educational convictions will be illuminated worldwide. For an immemorial time, women … Continued

March is for All Women: Rula Jebreal

By: Emily Devereaux/Arab America Contributing Writer March is for Women Women’s History Month had its origins in the United States since 1981. Initially, Women’s History had a commemoration period of only one week. However, the six-year marathon of petitions, resolutions, and perseverance resulted in March as Women’s History Month in the United States. While this … Continued

Sanders Says U.S. Cannot Ignore Suffering of Palestinians

When asked at last night’s Democratic debate about his decision to skip the AIPAC Israeli Lobby conference this week, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders said, “I am very proud of being Jewish, I actually lived in Israel for some months, but what I happen to believe is that right now, sadly, tragically, in Israel, through … Continued

Who Would Object to Including Arab Americans in California’s Ethnic Studies Education Curriculum?

By: John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer This is a story about Arab Americans getting a place at the table in one of the U.S, bluest states, California. It’s about their inclusion in California’s Ethnic Studies Education Curriculum. Strong resistance is coming from Jewish lawmakers and their constituents to the omission of Antisemitism and the Jewish … Continued

Emily Ibrahim: Transnational Soccer Star

  By: Emily Deveraux/Arab America Contributing Writer  Recently, Arab America received messages of praise for the young Palestinian-American woman, Emily Ibrahim. While her achievements in soccer were the source of her praise and acclaim, Emily is also a notable young lady by her actions and attitude as a team-player, Palestinian-American, and a person of charity. … Continued

Why the Census 2020 is Important to Arab Americans?

By Hayg Oshagan/Arab America Contributing Writer What is the census? The U. S. Constitution requires that the federal government counts every person living in the U.S. The Census has been conducted every 10 years since 1790. Why is the Census important? Every year, the federal government gives money it has collected from taxes back to … Continued

Meet the Arab Americans Running for Office in 2020

By Heba Mohammad/Arab America Contributing Writer The last two years have seen unprecedented involvement from Arab Americans who want to run for office. In 2018, over 125 Arab Americans ran for office, and 2019 saw over 40 Arab Americans throw their hats into the ring of local, state, and federal level elections. The 2020 election … Continued

12 Ways to Express Your Love in Arabic this Valentine’s Day

By: Yara Jouzy/Arab America Contributing Writer Arabs are passionate, affectionate and extremely loving people. They can tell someone they love him or her without actually saying the words, “I love you.” Such a powerful language brings out the passion in those who use these words. This Valentine’s Day, express your love to your partner, family, … Continued

Hummus Becomes the Canvas for Hearty Brunch “Hummus Bil Lahme”

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As a child growing up Arab American, I remember getting strange looks from my classmates when I brought my hummus sandwiches to school before hummus was considered cool. “What is that weird beige stuff in your sandwich?” wide-eyed children would ask time and again. I was so embarrassed because … Continued

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