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  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
June 6, 2022 at 8:16 PM

[TOMORROW] Join Dep. National Security Advisor Jon Finer, renowned journalist Peter Beinart and more for the National American Muslim Policy Conference

    Dear John,HAPPENING TOMORROW - You are cordially invited to the 2022 National American Muslim Policy Conference! This premier event will be held virtually, bringing elected officials, Muslim organizations, experts, community members, and leaders from across the nation to discuss our community’s…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
June 3, 2022 at 1:01 PM

[JUNE 7: Correction] Join Dep. National Security Advisor Jon Finer, renowned journalist Peter Beinart and more for the National American Muslim Policy Conference

    Dear John,You are cordially invited to the 2022 National American Muslim Policy Conference! This premier event will be held virtually, bringing elected officials, Muslim organizations, experts, community members, and leaders from across the nation to discuss our community’s most pressing policy…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
June 2, 2022 at 9:51 PM

[JUNE 7] Join Dep. National Security Advisor Jon Finer, renowned journalist Peter Beinart and more for the National American Muslim Policy Conference

    Dear John,You are cordially invited to the 2022 National American Muslim Policy Conference! This premier event will be held virtually, bringing elected officials, Muslim organizations, experts, community members, and leaders from across the nation to discuss our community’s most pressing policy…
  Salima Suswell, Emgage PA Executive Director · [email protected]
May 19, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Big Wins From The Pennsylvania Primary!

Hi John,  We are excited to share that 100% of our Pennsylvania endorsees (eleven out of eleven) have won their races! In particular, we are proud that two of our priority endorsees in Pennsylvania have won their primaries, and in the process defeated unprecedented AIPAC money! Thank you to those w…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
May 16, 2022 at 2:41 PM

Emgage Statement on Mass Shooting in Buffalo, New York

Emgage is heartbroken by the recent mass shooting targeting black shoppers at Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Among the 10 victims killed in cold blood included a retired cop who worked as a security guard at the supermarket, a church deacon, and a beloved grandmother. Another three were i…
  Emgage Action Florida · [email protected]
May 13, 2022 at 3:52 PM

Join us and Attorney General Keith Ellison for a special event this Sunday, May 15th!

Emgage Action will hold a special fundraising event this Sunday, May 15th at 7:30 PM. To attend the event, please register at this link: bit.ly/emgageflevent. Seats are limited so please register soon. Join us and Attorney General Keith Ellison for a sp…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage CEO · [email protected]
May 6, 2022 at 7:28 PM

We need you to speak out for Syrians facing crimes against humanity

 Image: Newlines Magazine Warning - violence against civilians described below Dear John,There is irrefutable evidence of war crimes committed by the murderous Syrian regime, hell-bent on holding on to power at any cost.  Last week, the Guardian published a damning report recounting an investigati…
  Mohamed Gula & Aysha Ahmed, Emgage National Organizing Team · [email protected]
May 5, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Muslim leaders met us with President Biden for Eid!

 Asalaamu Alaikum John, In 2018, we had a vision: engage, educate, and empower Muslim Americans during the 2020 presidential elections. Through the grace of Allah, our partnerships across the United States, and, because of supporters like you, we changed the trajectory of our country and put Muslim…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
May 2, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Eid Mubarak from our team at Emgage

Dear Friend, From our entire Emgage team, we want to wish you and your family a heartful Eid Mubarak.   We pray that Ramadan has been a means of purifying, opening, and softening hearts, healing severed ties, and illuminating pathways towards the Divine previously unbeknownst to us. And as we welc…
  Emgage National · [email protected]
April 30, 2022 at 9:01 PM

What's Your Superpower?

Hi John,  In just two days this special month will be Rama-DONE and Eid is only a date away! We seerah-ously cannot believe it... (insert LOL here).   All jokes aside, although the calendar date will move on, our intentional reflections should carry on throughout the year. One key reflection that i…
  Aysha Ahmed, Dep. Organizing Dir. · [email protected]
April 29, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Working For A Purpose

Hi John,  It's hard to believe that we are in the final days of Ramadan. As we dig deeper in our reflections and renew our intentions with our loved ones, there is one commitment that stands out for the Emgage team. A promise to always center our purpose, what are we building towards?  At the begi…
  Mohamed Gula & Aysha Ahmed, Natl. Organizing Team · [email protected]
April 28, 2022 at 4:16 PM

[ICYMI] Impact Report Launch & MMV 2.0 Announcement 🎉

   Dear John, The secret is out! Yesterday, we were thrilled to share our long awaited 2020 Million Muslim Vote Impact Report -- AND announce the launching of Million Muslim Votes 2.0 for the 2022 midterms! Check Out The Feature In Politico Check Out The Feature In The Hill In 2020, Emgage and o…
  Mohamed Gula & Aysha Ahmed, Natl. Organizing Team · [email protected]
April 27, 2022 at 2:31 PM

[BIG NEWS] Impact Report Launch & MMV 2.0 Announcement 🎉

    Dear John, The secret is out! Today, we are thrilled to share our long awaited 2020 Million Muslim Vote Impact Report -- AND announce the launching of Million Muslim Votes 2.0 for the 2022 midterms! Check Out The Feature …
  Mohamed Gula, National Organizing Director · [email protected]
April 19, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Emgage PAC Candidate Spotlight

Dear John, Before we closed the month of March, we shared the first wave of 2022 Emgage PAC endorsements. We have been so excited by your response and can not wait to engage more candidates in the future! Today I want to uplift four new candidates that have taken on the honorable commitment to serv…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
April 12, 2022 at 6:32 PM

Join organizations from across the country for the National American Muslim Policy Conference of 2022

  Dear John, You are cordially invited to the 2022 National American Muslim Policy Conference!  This premier event will be held virtually, bringing elected officials, Muslim organizations, experts, community members, and leaders from across the nation to discuss our community’s most pressing policy …
  Salima Suswell, Emgage PA Executive Director · [email protected]
April 11, 2022 at 4:21 PM

Meet Emgage PAC Pennsylvania's 2022 Endorsees!

Dear John,   With Pennsylvania's primary election around the corner, we are choosing our champions to send to November's general election. Pennsylvania was a notable battleground state during the 2020 presidential cycle with over 120,000 Muslim Americans turning out to vote statewide. We were able …
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
April 8, 2022 at 6:14 PM

Thanks to your help, the BURMA Act has been passed by the House!

 Photograph: Jack Hill for The New York TimesDear John, This week, the House passed the BURMA Act of 2021!  In the two days leading up to this vote, and thanks to advocates like you, we sent nearly 500 letters calling on the House to pass the BURMA Act. But, we still need YOUR help to ensure the swi…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
April 5, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Take action now as the Burma Act goes to a House floor vote

 Photograph: Adam Dean for The New York TimesDear John, This Ramadan, as we remember Muslims from around the globe, we ask you to take action for the Rohingya facing genocide by writing to your member of Congress to support and pass the BURMA Act.  We are excited to report that THIS WEEK the House p…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage CEO · [email protected]
April 2, 2022 at 10:10 AM

Emgage wishes you a blessed Ramadan!

  Dear John,As we welcome the holiest month of the Islamic year, on behalf of the entire Emgage team, I would like to sincerely wish you a blessed Ramadan! As we enter this month, I find myself energized by my team's dedication to our collective mission, to redefine what it means to be socially resp…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage PAC CEO · [email protected]
March 30, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Announcing Our First Wave of 2022 Endorsements!

Dear John,   We are excited to announce the first wave of 2022 Emgage PAC endorsements! These candidates from across the country are proven allies, champions, and rising changemakers. We are proud to endorse these candidates because they have made a commitment to uphold our democracy while fighting…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 24, 2022 at 5:17 PM

Emgage and NAL Campaign Training + Thank You

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders have successfully completed a weekend-long training event meant to provide comprehensive campaign training to our community members. We also have historic news from Dearborn!Campaign Training Event Completed!    Dear John, On behalf of Emgage Michigan and the…
  Salima Suswell · [email protected]
March 23, 2022 at 4:36 PM

Emgage Pennsylvania PAC’s Meet and Greet Was a Huge Success!

Emgage Pennsylvania PAC’s Meet and Greet Was a Huge Success! Emgage Pennsylvania PAC’s meet and greet this past weekend was a major success. It is crucial that Muslim Americans are connected with their elected officials as we embark on upcoming elections.   See the Philadelphia Tribune’s article cov…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage Action CEO · [email protected]
March 22, 2022 at 6:16 PM

The US has just declared Burma's mass killing of the Rohingya Muslims a “genocide”

 Photograph: Cathal McNaughton/ReutersDear John,Yesterday, the Biden Administration declared Burma's mass killing of the Rohingya Muslims a genocide. Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivered remarks at the Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C.  “The attack against Rohingya was widespread and system…
  Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage CEO · [email protected]
March 21, 2022 at 3:44 PM

Honoring the Syrian Revolution and Connecting Communities with Policymakers

Dear John,What a weekend! I wanted to share with you two important events that I was honored to participate in.  Marking the 11th Anniversary of the Syrian Revolution     On Saturday March 19, I emceed the congressional portion of the ‘For Syria Conference’ that was held in Washington D.C. to comme…
  Mohamed Gula, Emgage Virginia Executive Director · [email protected]
March 18, 2022 at 6:14 PM

TOMORROW - Join our conversation with the State Department Near Eastern Affairs

   Dear John, Emgage and the McLean Islamic Center invite you to tomorrow's event with the State Department's Bureau for Near Eastern Affairs Outreach Series, featuring Wa'el Alzayat, Emgage CEO, and Chris Hodges, the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for Assistance Coordination and Press and Public …
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 17, 2022 at 3:13 PM

[REGISTER BY 5PM TODAY] Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training!Deadline to register is TODAY at 5pm EST! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" training! D…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 16, 2022 at 4:00 PM

[REGISTER BY TOMORROW] Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training!Deadline to register is this Thursday, at 5pm EST! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" tr…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 14, 2022 at 5:01 PM

[REGISTER BY THURSDAY] Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training!Deadline to register is this Thursday, at 5pm EST! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" tr…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 12, 2022 at 5:01 PM

[In One Week] Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 9, 2022 at 6:45 PM

Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 4, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" training! Do you want to run for office? Do you want…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
March 1, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" training! Do you want to run for office? Do you want…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
February 25, 2022 at 4:54 PM

TOMORROW: Join Emgage's "Honoring the Legacy of Black Muslims" Event

Dear Friend,  Black Muslims are a crucial component of American history. On February 26th, from 6:00 PM- 8:00PM, join our esteemed panel of speakers for Emgage's Black History Month event - Honoring the Legacy of Black Muslims. This event will be hosted by Emgage's very own, Salima Suswell.  Our gu…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
February 24, 2022 at 5:36 PM

Emgage Condemns Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Emgage Condemns Russian Invasion of Ukraine Emgage condemns in the strongest terms possible the Russian Federation’s continued illegal and destructive invasion of Ukraine. We stand firmly with the people of Ukraine during Russia’s war against them and the values of democracy that threaten the lik…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
February 23, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Join Emgage's "Honoring the Legacy of Black Muslims" Event

     Dear John, The legacy of Black Muslims in America dates back hundreds of years and has undeniably shaped our nation as we know it. On February 26th, from 6:00 PM- 8:00PM, join our esteemed panel of speakers for Emgage's Black History Month event - Honoring the Legacy of Black Muslims.   Our g…
  Nada Al-Hanooti, Michigan ED · [email protected]
February 17, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Emgage and NAL are Hosting a Campaign Training!

Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders are providing campaign training for prospective candidates and campaign staff. Sign Up For Our "How to Run a Campaign" Training! Emgage Michigan and New American Leaders present the "How to Run a Campaign" training! Do you want to run for office? Do you wan…
  Salima Suswell · [email protected]
February 14, 2022 at 9:02 PM

Join Emgage's "Honoring the Legacy of Black Muslims" Event

Dear Friend,   The legacy of Black Muslims in America dates back hundreds of years and has undeniably shaped our nation as we know it. On February 26th, from 6:00 PM- 8:00PM, join our esteemed panel of speakers for Emgage's Black History Month ev…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
February 7, 2022 at 9:34 PM

Emgage Joins Coalition to Support African American SCOTUS Nomination

Dear John, Last week, I joined faith and civic leaders from across the country to have a critical conversation with the White House in regards to the upcoming Supreme Court nomination. In the wake of Justice Stephen Breyer's reti…
  Salima Suswell · [email protected]
February 1, 2022 at 5:56 PM

Emgage Celebrates the Beginning of Black History Month

Hi John,   Today, we honor the start of Black History Month. Black communities have contributed to the United States, and our world, in innumerable ways. Throughout this month, we will be highlighting various members of Black communities in the …
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
January 27, 2022 at 3:40 PM

Correction: Five Years Since the Muslim Ban Was First Implemented

Dear John,   Today marks five years since the Muslim Ban was first implemented.   When then-President Trump signed the first executive order banning travelers from certain Muslim majority countries, our world descended into utte…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
January 27, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Five Years Since the Muslim Ban Was First Implemented

Dear John,   Today marks five years since the Muslim Ban was first implemented.   When then-President Trump signed the first executive order banning travelers from certain Muslim majority countries, our world descended into utte…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
January 6, 2022 at 3:56 PM

One Year Since January 6th Insurrection

Dear John, One year ago, former President Trump's assault against the long-standing peaceful transfer of power culminated in the Capitol insurrection, which he incited. What followed was one of the darkest days in American histor…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 20, 2021 at 7:49 PM

Allies in Congress stand with the Muslim community at Emgage Gala

Dear John, Thank you for making last night’s event a success!   We were thrilled to host members of Congress from across the country, along with state and local elected officials, at Emgage's End of Year Gala. Our program showcased the commitment and solidarity o…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 17, 2021 at 10:10 PM

This Sunday, join AG Keith Ellison, Reps. Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, Andre Carson, and many more elected officials to celebrate 15 years of Emgage!

Dear John, We're excited to announce even more additions to our speaking line up. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Congresswoman Judy Chu, and Congressman Andre Carson will all be joining our program. This is one event you do not want to miss. RSVP f…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage Action · [email protected]
December 15, 2021 at 9:54 PM

Congress has taken action to stand up for the Uyghurs and to fight international Islamophobia

Dear John,   We are excited to share big news regarding efforts to curb Uyghur forced labor and combat Islamophobia.     This week, the Senate and the House reached a compromise on the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act to block all trade, imports, and produc…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 13, 2021 at 6:38 PM

Join Congressmembers Ilhan Omar, Jamie Raskin, Rashida Tlaib, and many more elected officials to celebrate 15 years of Emgage!

Dear John, Since the inception of Emgage 15 years ago, our efforts to engage our community members have led to an ever-increasing Muslim American voter turnout. We have also played a crucial role in ensuring that Muslim Americans remain civically engaged, run…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 10, 2021 at 5:30 PM

We've come far in the past 15 years

Date: December 19th, 2021 Time: 6:00 PM EST Location: Zoom, Viewing link sent upon RSVP   RSVP here Dear John,   We have come far as a community in the past 15 years.  Muslim Americans have turned out the vote in record numbers, have organized around elect…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 7, 2021 at 9:51 PM

US Calls for Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics

Dear John,   Yesterday, the Biden Administration announced a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.   Since 2019, Emgage Action has pressured the International Olympic Committee, Congress, and the broader international community to boycott t…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 11:30 PM

Is It Time for an Alliance of Democracies?

Dear John,   On December 9 and 10, President Biden will host world leaders at a Summit for Democracy, a virtual event to address the rising threat to democracy. Countries will pledge to take tangible steps to bolster their own institutions and reconvene next year to re…
  Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of Emgage · [email protected]
December 2, 2021 at 5:48 PM

Join us in celebrating 15 years of Muslim American civic engagement

A Special Invitation For John xxxxxx  Dear John,   In 2006, a handful of community members came together and decided to start an organization with a monumental vision: to build political power for Muslim American communities.   Fifteen ye…