The Arab American and Muslim Community in Michigan: A Crucial Election Showdown
2 months, 1 week ago

The Arab American and Muslim Community in Michigan: A Crucial Election Showdown

Al Jazeera  

The Arab and Muslim community in Michigan is divided over who to vote for in the crucial swing state. With candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris running neck and neck, many feel betrayed by his administration’s support for Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon. The episode explores the different stances these voters will take, with some expressing support for Trump and others supporting Harris.

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Arab Americans in Michigan Shift Support for Trump in Election
2 months, 1 week ago

Arab Americans in Michigan Shift Support for Trump in Election

Firstpost  

Arab Americans in Michigan are rallying around Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, potentially making him a contender for their vote in key swing states like Michigan. The community has been disillusioned by what they see as unwavering support for Israeli military actions, and some activists believe a vote for Trump could send a powerful message.

Why voting against Kamala Harris over Gaza is a mistake
2 months, 1 week ago

Why voting against Kamala Harris over Gaza is a mistake

LA Times  

Does anyone really believe that thwarting Vice President Kamala Harris’ quest for the presidency would be good for Palestinians? He shows fealty to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and says Jews who don’t vote for him hate their religion, hate Israel and “should have their head examined.” Meanwhile, to Arab Americans, he touts himself as someone who opposes the war …

Harris, Trump Eye Arab Americans Votes in Swing-State Michigan; VP Makes Rare Reference to Israel-Hamas Fight
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Harris, Trump Eye Arab Americans Votes in Swing-State Michigan; VP Makes Rare Reference to Israel-Hamas Fight

Hindustan Times  

In a rare reference to Israel's fight against Hamas and Hezbollah, Vice President Kamala Harris said, 'This year has been very difficult, given the scale of death and destruction in Gaza and given the civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon.' She said the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar 'can and must be a turning point.'

Harris and Trump Seek Arab American Votes in Michigan in Effort to Shore Up Battleground States
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Harris and Trump Seek Arab American Votes in Michigan in Effort to Shore Up Battleground States

Associated Press  

In an effort to shore up battleground states, Democratic presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump visited Michigan, focusing on the state's significant Arab American population. Harris, who has received support from the community, emphasized her commitment to ending the war in Gaza and bringing the hostages home. Trump, on the other hand, avoided specifics about his plans for the …

Michigan Primary Clouded by Biden’s Israel Stance, Democrats Say
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Michigan Primary Clouded by Biden’s Israel Stance, Democrats Say

Live Mint  

-- Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer expressed concern that President Joe Biden risks losing support among the state’s Arab and Muslim Americans because of his support for Israel in the war against Hamas in Gaza. I’m just not sure what to expect.” Biden trails Republican frontrunner Donald Trump 47% to 42% in Michigan in a hypothetical 2024 rematch, according to a …

How Arab American Democrats could shape the Michigan primaries
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How Arab American Democrats could shape the Michigan primaries

Associated Press  

DEARBORN, Mich. — As Thursday dawned in Dearborn, Michigan, Arab American leaders entered a local coffee shop and greeted Rep. Ro Khanna of California before pulling up chairs at a table. While Biden is expected to cruise to victory in Tuesday’s Democratic primary, the president’s allies are also looking to stave off potential embarrassment from a statewide push for Michigan …

Biden aides meet in Michigan with Arab American and Muslim leaders, aiming to mend political ties
11 months ago

Biden aides meet in Michigan with Arab American and Muslim leaders, aiming to mend political ties

Associated Press  

DEARBORN, Mich. — Top Biden administration officials met Thursday with Arab American and Muslim leaders in Michigan in an effort to mend ties with a community that has an important role in deciding whether President Joe Biden can hold on to a crucial swing state in the 2024 election. State Rep. Abraham Aiyash, the second-ranking Democrat in the Michigan House, …

Joe Biden’s Michigan visit highlights rift with Arab American community
11 months, 1 week ago

Joe Biden’s Michigan visit highlights rift with Arab American community

Al Jazeera  

US president seeking re-election likely to have a hard time winning key state because of his support for Israel. A visit by United States President Joe Biden to Michigan has exposed a growing divide with the considerable Arab-American community in the key swing state ahead of November’s general election. “Michigan has a large Arab American and Muslim population who voted …

‘War criminal’: Arab Americans rebuff Biden campaign outreach over Gaza
11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘War criminal’: Arab Americans rebuff Biden campaign outreach over Gaza

Al Jazeera  

US Arab officials in the swing state of Michigan say they will not discuss 2024 elections with a ‘genocide unfolding’ in Gaza. And it does not happen with campaign staff.” Arab-American local officials in Southeast Michigan told Al Jazeera that their constituents are furious and frustrated with Biden’s policies in Gaza – anger that could prove detrimental to the president’s …

Muslim, Arab Voters Are Questioning Their Support For Biden
1 year, 2 months ago

Muslim, Arab Voters Are Questioning Their Support For Biden

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Hassan Abdel Salam, a human rights professor based in Minneapolis, was concerned about the White House’s messaging — or lack thereof — this month. “Betrayal of what we assumed was a promise and commitment to listen to us, at the very least.” Abdel Salam is one of a growing number of Muslim and Arab voters who say …

‘Historic’: Capital of Arab America may elect first Arab mayor
3 years, 2 months ago

‘Historic’: Capital of Arab America may elect first Arab mayor

Al Jazeera  

Dearborn, Michigan has long been a stronghold for Arab American political power; now it has the chance to elect an Arab mayor. Lebanese American Abdullah Hammoud is hoping to become the city’s first Arab, Muslim and person of colour to be Dearborn mayor if he wins the election next Tuesday. Arab American activists said if Hammoud does win the election, …

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