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ALSAC/St. Jude Mourns the Loss of Former CEO Richard C. Shadyac Sr.

Richard C. Shadyac Sr., who served 13 years as CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising organization of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital(R), passed away Wednesday evening after battling a long-term illness. Shadyac was a long-time Board member and close confidant for many years of St. Jude founder Danny Thomas. He played a critical stabilizing role for … Continued

ADC Deeply Saddened by the Loss of Richard Shadyac

Today, the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) mourns the loss of Richard Shadyac, who passed away last night. Richard Shadyac was a founder, lifelong friend, supporter, and previous national board member of ADC who dedicated his life to helping others. He played an important role at St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and spent thirteen years as … Continued

CIA Director Leon Panetta Speaks in Dearborn

Dearborn’s large Arab-American and Muslim community can play an essential role in accomplishing key CIA missions such as capturing Osama bin Laden, CIA Director Leon Panetta told reporters tonight. “I strongly believe that they are part of the American family,” Panetta said before speaking at a dinner in Dearborn. “I want them to know that … Continued

The CIA Comes Calling for Arab-American Help

Leon Panetta knew it was going to be a hard sale and so the CIA Director dished out some serious hard-sell as he tried to drum up support for the Agency from Arab-Americans in the most Arab city in the country. On Wednesday, the CIA invited 150 community leaders in Dearborn, Michigan, to a lavish … Continued

First Arab American to be Inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame

Arab Americans have made significant contributions to this great country. They have enriched and played an active role in medicine, government, community development, education, business, entertainment, economics, and many other areas. In fact, Arab Americans have excelled in all facets of life, including the automotive industry. On October 6, 2009, Richard Caleal will be the … Continued

America Needs You, CIA Chief Tells Arabs

In a historic visit to Dearborn, CIA Director Leon Panetta reached out to metro Detroiters with roots in the Middle East at a Ramadan dinner aimed at engaging Arab Americans. “The reason I’m here … is very simple: Your country needs you,” he told a crowd of about 150 Arab Americans and Chaldeans on Wednesday … Continued

Over 40 Organizations Send Letter to DHS Inspector General Calling for NSEERS Audit

Today, more than 40 organizations, including the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), submitted a letter to Richard L. Skinner, US Department of Homeland Security Inspector General (DHS IG), requesting an audit of the National Security Entry-Exit Registration System (NSEERS). The letter calls for DHS IG to make findings on the effectiveness of NSEERS, the costs incurred … Continued

ACC Celebrates Three Decades of Service

The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) will host its 30th Annual Civic and Humanitarian Awards Gala at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center at 6 p.m. Oct. 17. Every year the non-profit human services organization sets the stage for a unique and prestigious event to honor extraordinary individuals and organizations who are visionaries in their … Continued

Talfazat Adds Palestine TV to it’s Internet Cable TV Programming

Back by popular demand, Talfazat now gives viewers access to one of the Middle East’s premier channels – Palestine TV. Offering the best entertainment and news from Palestine, this channel has returned to Talfazat’s service featuring series, game shows, news and more. Palestine TV was a valued channel on Talfazat when the service first debuted … Continued

‘Amreeka’ One of Few Films Portraying the Real Arab

After debuting at Sundance Film Festival (2009), and later receiving the highly commendable critics’ prize at the Directors’ Fortnight in Cannes, it became clear ‘Amreeka’ would be a success. Since then, hundreds of people have written glowing reviews about the film, and thousands more have filled up the nation’s theatres with great fervor. Never before … Continued

Volatile U.S. Immigration Debate Examined in New Interactive Exhibition at Arab American National Museum

America is a nation of immigrants and their descendents – those new to our shores and those whose parents, grandparents or earlier ancestors established their new lives here decades or centuries ago. Yet the heated public debate over immigration policy often overshadows the common experiences of immigrants and the intrinsic value of diversity The Arab … Continued

Middle Easterners Change Hollywood, One Laugh at a Time

The first-ever Middle Eastern Comedy Festival, to be held this September 22-25 in Los Angeles, is bringing together a talented team of Middle Eastern-Arab, Persian, Israeli, Afghani, and Armenian-stand-up comedians, actors, writers and directors in a one-of-a-kind showcase of stand-up and sketch comedy. The Festival aims to establish Middle Eastern comedy as a mainstream form … Continued

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