By: Masha Lukovenko / Arab America Contributing Writer The War on Gaza reached the red carpet of the Academy Awards on Sunday as Hollywood stars and celebrities wore red Artists4Ceasefire pins in support of the Palestinian people on the Oscars red carpet. Singer Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell were prominent figures displaying these … Continued
Dear Mr. President, We are contemporaries who have served many years together in the leadership of Congress– you in the Senate and me in the House. I am approaching my 80th year so I am right on your heels. Permit me to share with you some observations about the present state of affairs in our … Continued
By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab America Contributing Writer Gaza, a land marked by conflict and crisis, has been transformed into a sign of endurance and strength in adversity. The stories from this area, enclosed between the Mediterranean Sea and Palestine, often do not penetrate the broader narrative. But through the pages of literature, writers try … Continued
This is the thirty-second 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 thirty-second pathbreaker is Samia Halaby, a visual artist, activist, educator, and scholar. She was born in Jerusalem in 1936 during the British Mandate of Palestine. The daughter of Asaad Halaby and Foutonie Atallah Halaby, Samia was eleven years old when her family fled to Lebanon. Contributing writer, John Mason, depicts how in 1951 the family left Beirut to eventually settle in the U.S. Now 87, Samia has recently been outspoken in her support of Palestinians during the Israel-Gaza war.
According to a recent report compiled by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, more than half of the air-to-ground munitions Israel used in Gaza since the start of the war, October 7th, were “dumb bombs” or unguided bombs. The usage of the bomb posed a huge threat to an area like Gaza which is densely populated in the world. It is estimated that over 2 million people live on the territory. The U.S pressuring Israel to lessen its civilian death toll is contrary to their more recent weapons sale with Israel and has called many to question Biden’s administration even those of his own political party especially with the Palestinian death toll rising above 20,000 and those injured over 50,000. The usage of unguided bombs on a small and dense region has made the global population question Israel’s motivation, which is now seemingly malicious.
This is the twenty-eighth 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. John Mason, contributing writer, reports on our twenty-eighth pathbreaker, Amaney Jamal. Born to a Palestinian family displaced by war, Dr. Jamal is the dean of the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, Edwards S. Sanford Professor of Politics, and Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University. Jamal is the former Director of the Mamdouha S. Bobst Center for Peace and Justice. She also directs the Workshop on Arab Political Development and the Bobst-American University of Beirut Collaborative Initiative.
By: Ghassan Rubiez / Arab America Contributing Writer Israel’s constantly shifting war tactics reflect miscalculation and poor planning. Finding itself in a deep hole, Israel digs deeper. In the ongoing Gaza war, Israel has been severely maltreating the people of Gaza, failing to prioritize the freeing of hostages held by Hamas and oblivious to the admonitions … 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.
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
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
This is the twenty-fifth 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-fifth pathbreaker is Rami Kashou, a Palestinian American born in Jerusalem, raised in Ramallah, trained in the U.S., and known for his fashion design for such celebrities as Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, and Queen Rania of Jordan. A deep sense of his Palestinian heritage is seen in his designs and his avid support of Palestinians. As contributing writer, John Mason writes, Rami is actively involved in initiatives aimed at raising awareness and fostering dialogue about the challenges faced by Palestinians. Furthermore, he advocates for justice, human rights, and a peaceful resolution to the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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