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In this op-ed for the student newspaper of Princeton University, Lebanese-American sophomore student Anais Mobarak laments that Arabic-language instruction inaccurately conflates the Arabic language with the religion of Islam. Reiterating …
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Secrets & Suspicionless Policing: A Fundamentally Anti-Democratic Mix
This op-ed column by Catherine M. Grosso, Professor of Law at Michigan State University, articulates a warning that democracy only thrives when government and police powers are properly restrained. Professor …
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Celebrate Arab-AmericansEntertainmentMusic
Palestinian Chilean singer Elyanna intends to sing entire set in Arabic at Coachella
This interview with NRP discusses the work of Palestinian Chilean singer Elyanna, who made history by singing her performance at the Coachella music festival entirely in Arabic. Originally born in …
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Arabic music is having a cultural moment thanks to TikTok
This interview with writer Danny Hajjar describes how new social media platforms like Tiktok and Netflix have given Arabic music a new global audience. In the process, traditional music industry …
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8 Great Movies And TV Shows About Arab-Americans To Stream
This article offers a synopsis of eight movies and television shows that depict Arab-Americans in a positive light. Reflecting on Hollywood’s troubled past with the community, depicting Arab culture with …
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Opinion: Here’s how we can support Arab Americans with inclusive, culturally competent health care
This op-ed in the San Diego Union Tribune by Dr. Raed al-Naser details the unique healthcare needs of Arab-Americans. Doubling down on how diversity goes beyond differences in race and …
“The primary objective of the ADC-RI Media Research Project is to research, track, and document anti-Arab and Islamophobic bias in the media, public discourse, and from public officials. This tracking project will serve as a resource tool which will highlight the prevalence of bias and bigotry. The project will expose xenophobia and hatred that target minorities in the U.S., particularly Arab and Muslim Americans.
The project will also celebrate achievements of Arabs and Muslims from around the world.”
