Dear John,
I’m thrilled to share the highlights of the Muslim, Arab, & Allies Policy Professionals Reception—a night that truly embodied the power of community, inspiration, and shared purpose. Last night, we gathered to honor the remarkable contributions of Muslim, Arab, and allied policy leaders, and the experience was nothing short of transformative. |
The evening was elevated by the powerful insights and genuine reflections shared by our distinguished speakers. I extend my heartfelt thanks to each of them: -
Fayrouz Saad – Former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Partnership and Engagement
- Hady Amr – Former United States Special Representative for Palestinian Affairs
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Laila ElGohary – Former Political Strategist & Executive Secretary at USAID
- Raheemah Abdulaleem – Former White House General Counsel and Special Assistant to the President
Our speakers reflected on their commitment to public service and to serving our community, speaking at length about the lessons they learned working under various administrations and how far our community has come along. As our speakers highlighted, just a few years ago, the idea of widespread Muslim participation in politics seemed almost unimaginable. They emphasized how the rapid growth of our community's political engagement has been both transformational and empowering.
Throughout the evening, personal journeys and perspectives sparked conversations that resonated with every attendee. Relationships were forged as people networked and engaged in meaningful discussions, revealing a collective commitment to navigate the next four years together. Each conversation and connection underscored the incredible potential that emerges when diverse minds come together to drive change.
I extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us and contributed to making the evening so inspiring, as well as to the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC), Muslim Americans in Public Service (MAPS), and Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN) for co-sponsoring. I also want to thank our musicians Muaz Edriss and Nour Zaid for their beautiful performance throughout the evening.
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Thank you for being a part of this unforgettable night and for your ongoing commitment to our shared vision. |
