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Arab America Foundation Announces its Speakers for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., September 29, 2021) The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce its speakers for the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, November 12,13 (the 14 is optional), 2021, at the Doubletree Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. The historic in-person event features an exciting array of speakers in public service, women’s … Continued

Two twisted legacies of the U.S. in Iraq: human rights violations at Abu Ghraib prison and theft of the Sumerian poem, the ‘Epic of Gilgamesh’ tablet

Photos depicting atrocities only describable as appalling and inhumane from Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq in 2004 shocked the sensibilities of Americans. Military personnel took the blame, while the perpetrators of the Iraq war got off the hook. A second spinoff of the Gulf war was the theft of a 3,600-year-old-religious clay artefact named the Gilgamesh Dream tablet. Arts and crafts chain Hobby Lobby got hold of the tablet in some circuitous manner and placed it in its Museum of the Bible. It was only recently returned to its rightful owners—the people of Iraq. Contributing writer John Mason reviews these two historic events.

Famous Cities in Morocco Series (Episode 12 of 13): Ifrane

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco has so many interesting towns and cities as well as beautiful landmarks. From the astonishing city of Casablanca to Marrakech, Fes, and Rabat; Morocco has everything one might hope to experience. These places boast historical monuments, such as the Hassan II Mosque, … Continued

Druze Reincarnation: A Connection Between Lives

By Evan Ploeckelman & Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writers What are the Beliefs of the Druze? The Druze believe in reincarnation. When we die, our souls enter the body of a newborn. This is due to the belief in the duality of body and soul. As such, the soul cannot stay separated from the … Continued

Why Do So Many Muslim Students Attend Catholic Colleges and Universities in the United States?

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Over the last decade, an interesting trend has been happening in higher education, and that is the increased enrollment of Muslim students in Roman Catholic colleges and universities. So, some might be asking, “why are more Muslim students attending Catholic colleges and universities, and also why … Continued

How the Arab World Influences African American History

By: Nadia Reese/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Arab world has made grand influences in African Diasporac history for centuries, which means that there is an influence in African American culture. Between the arts, language, fashion, and food, the Arab community has always been there in the African American culture. Even the literature which was written … Continued

Tit for tat or business as usual? AOC vows to block U.S. missile sales to Israel as Prime Minister Bennett says no to a Palestinian state

AOC vows to block U.S. missile sales to Israel as Prime Minister Bennett says no to a Palestinian state
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, congressional representative, along with several other progressive reps., is trying to halt the U.S. sale of missiles to Israel. The claim is that such missiles were used against Gaza the last time around and could be used like that again. This is a harder line of offense than is usual from the U.S. House. Meanwhile, an equally hard line has been taken by Israeli Prime Minister, Neftali Bennett, in claiming to put an end to any idea of a Palestinian state, whether part of a two-state or single Israeli-Palestinian state solution. Contributing writer, John Mason, takes us into the heart of this frayed issue.

Famous Cities in Morocco Series (Episode 11 of 13): Ouarzazate

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco has so many interesting towns and cities as well as beautiful landmarks. From the astonishing city of Casablanca to Marrakech, Fes, and Rabat; Morocco has everything one might hope to experience. These places boast historical monuments, such as the Hassan II Mosque, … Continued

8 Amazing and Beautiful National Flowers of the Arab World

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Did you know that countries throughout the world have their own official and national state flower? Well, the Arab World is no different. Today, in this article, let’s explore eight flowers that represent some of the countries in the Arab World. Come and join us on … Continued

New hope for Lebanon? Near collapse, can a new government save the country?

Lebanon faces major challenges as it nears an economic meltdown. As the country slips into chaos, suffering from recent fuel shortages and a blackout, it has managed to get a new Prime Minister and government. This recent news at least suggests some progress following a year of political deadlock and a chance for bringing the country back from chaos and collapse to something like its once formidable self. Contributing writer, John Mason, updates us on Lebanon’s precipitous situation.

Little Baghdad: the Hidden Chaldean Community of San Diego

By: Mohamed Erekat/Arab America Contributing Writer When one thinks about San Diego, one may imagine vibrant beaches, a hot summer sun, and Sea World. But hidden in the suburbs in the city of El Cajon, there is a large community of “Chaldeans” who have claimed the city for themselves. El Cajon which is located 17 … Continued

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