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  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 31, 2020 at 3:59 PM

Your impact is amazing!

Your impact is amazing! Here are three ways you can change the world: Dear John, Today is the last day of the year to make your tax-deductible donation! We need your urgent support to reach our $2,300,000 goal. If c…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
December 29, 2020 at 9:04 PM

Your impact is amazing!

Your impact is amazing! Here are three ways you can change the world: Dear John, Your donation makes it possible to involve Muslims in communities, government, and Hollywood so that together, we can achieve an inclu…
  Sue Obeidi · [email protected]
December 27, 2020 at 2:59 PM

Invest in long term solutions for American Muslims

Invest in long term solutions for American Muslims We leverage our access in community, government and Hollywood to protect and amplify American Muslims. Dear John, Do you believe in going beyond band-aid solutions …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 25, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Our Shared Roots - Muslims Owe a Debt to African Christian King Nejashi of the Abyssinian Empire

Our Shared Roots - Muslims Owe a Debt to African Christian King Nejashi of the Abyssinian Empire THIS WEEK IN DC-Congress agrees to pass a second stimulus; Trump follows through on threat to veto the NDAA; Congress removes Robert E. Lee Statue.... …
  Samira Salahuddin · [email protected]
December 24, 2020 at 6:00 PM

We’re shaping future Muslim leaders

We’re shaping future Muslim leaders We’re creating a pipeline to careers in Hollywood and Capitol Hill and across federal agencies. Dear John, Since 1988, MPAC has focused on preparing future Muslim leaders in gover…
  Sue Obeidi · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Seeking your nominations for our 2021 Media Awards!

Seeking your nominations for our 2021 Media Awards! Which projects deserve a Media Award in 2021?  Dear John, One thing we can all agree on is that this year has been uniquely challenging. With a global pandemic, many of us spent mo…
  Sue Obeidi · [email protected]
December 20, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Support the go-to Muslim organization in Hollywood

Support the go-to Muslim organization in Hollywood Despite the pandemic, we have continued at full speed in our work toward Muslim inclusion and representation in entertainment media. Dear John, 2020 has had its cha…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 18, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Lack of Government Support is Crippling Small Businesses

Lack of Government Support is Crippling Small Businesses THIS WEEK IN DC - Biden officially wins electoral college; Support begins to cohere in Congress around a $900 billion COVID relief stimulus and more! THIS WEEK IN DC - Bide…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 17, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Invest in a trusted Muslim presence in Washington DC

Invest in a trusted Muslim presence in Washington DC Drawing on our Islamic values of justice and equity, we are ensuring that we are pushing for inclusive legislative solutions. Dear John, In 2020, the stakes were …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 11, 2020 at 6:12 PM

What to expect under an AG Becerra-led HHS

What to expect under an AG Becerra-led HHS THIS WEEK IN DC - General Lloyd Austin nominated to lead DoD, if confirmed he'll be the first African American to do so and more THIS WEEK IN DC - General Lloyd Austin nominated to lead D…
  M Baqir Mohie El-Deen · [email protected]
December 9, 2020 at 9:59 PM

[PS5 Raffle]Teamwork makes the dream work

[PS5 Raffle]Teamwork makes the dream work Have you heard about our raffle? Donate to MPAC & win a PS5! Dear John, I have spent the past ten months with MPAC. Dur…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 4:59 PM

The Assassination of Diplomacy; Prospects For Peace With Iran

The Assassination of Diplomacy; Prospects For Peace With Iran THIS WEEK IN DC - Biden unveils his Economic team and nominates Janet Yellen for Treasury Secretary; and more.   THIS WEEK IN DC - Biden unveils his Economic team and nominates Janet Yellen for Treasury Sec…
  Ann Vallebuona · [email protected]
December 2, 2020 at 12:38 AM

Partner in creating positive change!

Partner in creating positive change! Make a gift to MPAC! Help American Muslims play a vital role in America this #GivingTuesday! Hey John! Have you made your #Givin…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Time Sensitive: We need your #GivingTuesday donation today

Time Sensitive: We need your #GivingTuesday donation today Here's why MPAC should be part of your #GivingTuesday giving!  John -- Today is Giving Tuesday! Whether you give $1 or $100, every dollar t…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Cyber Monday in a Cyber Year

Cyber Monday in a Cyber Year It is more important than ever to keep building community and working together to uphold the rights and values of American Muslims. John -- I hope you and your family had a restful holiday …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
November 27, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Implications of Blinken as Secretary of State

Implications of Blinken as Secretary of State What you need to know about this week in DC:  THIS WEEK IN DC Trump pardons former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn; Reema Dodin selected as Deputy Director of the White House Off…
  Your MPAC Family · [email protected]
November 26, 2020 at 3:29 PM

We have much to be grateful for!

We have much to be grateful for! From the staff and board at MPAC, we want to wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! Dear John, From the staff and board at MPAC, we want to wish you and your loved ones a very Happy …
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
November 24, 2020 at 11:29 PM

7 days to #GivingTuesday

7 days to #GivingTuesday Join us in kicking off the holiday season of giving back to our communities John -- After Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and a weekend filled with shopping deals, join us in kicking off the holiday season of gi…
  Samira Salahuddin · [email protected]
November 20, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Almost time for #GivingTuesday!

Almost time for #GivingTuesday! Thanksgiving is just around the corner and you know what that means  John -- Thanksgiving is just around the corner and you know what that means -- it’s time to countdown to Giving Tuesday! December 1…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
November 18, 2020 at 11:59 PM

Let's Be Honest...

Let's Be Honest... We need a hard & honest conversation about the American Muslim community. Dear John, We've spent the past year listening and seeking council from community leaders on how we can better reflect a more inclusive…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
November 10, 2020 at 1:05 AM

A Historic Win for Inclusion On So Many Levels

A Historic Win for Inclusion On So Many Levels We are hopeful. Dear John,  MPAC congratulates President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their historic win! After an absolutely…
  Salam Al-Maryati · [email protected]
November 7, 2020 at 5:08 PM

“...Allah is the best of Planners”

“...Allah is the best of Planners” The Fight Continues Dear John,  “O you who have attained to faith! Be patient in adversity, and vie in patience with one another, and be ever ready [to do what is right], and remain co…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
November 4, 2020 at 6:29 PM

“Be patient in adversity...”

“Be patient in adversity...” The Fight Continues Dear John,  “O you who have attained to faith! Be patient in adversity, and vie in patience with one another, and be ever ready [to do what is right], …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
November 3, 2020 at 5:18 PM

All on the line

All on the line Make sure you're heard! Dear John, Today marks the 59th US quadrennial election. In these turbulent times, we remind ourselves that this system of the people, by the people, for the people can only work if the peopl…
  Salam Al-Maryati · [email protected]
November 1, 2020 at 8:20 PM

This is the moment that matters

This is the moment that matters Elections are won on razor thin margins. Every Vote Counts! Dear John, This is the moment that matters. With election day around the corner, for many of you, there is still time to vote early. Of the …
  Adam Beddawi · [email protected]
October 26, 2020 at 9:29 PM

How did the Patriot Act impact you?

How did the Patriot Act impact you? Share your thoughts on this pivotal day...    Share Tweet Fwd Today is a pivotal day: n…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
October 22, 2020 at 10:29 PM

Minnesota Candidate Forum + much more!

Minnesota Candidate Forum + much more! Debate debriefs, NBC's Transplant Panel and much more going on this week! Dear John, Join us tomorrow at 6pm CDT/ 4pm PDT for our Minnesota Candidate Forum! Let’s…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
October 20, 2020 at 1:58 AM

Involving Muslims in our government, media and community

Involving Muslims in our government, media and community Our goal at MPAC is to create a more inclusive America Dear John, Our goal at MPAC is to create a more inclusive America. We do this by involving American Muslims in our gover…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 10, 2020 at 2:59 PM

Virtual Gala: Coming to a screen near you tonight!

Virtual Gala: Coming to a screen near you tonight! Get ready to Build a #BetterNormal! Get Ready to Build a #BetterNormal!     …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 9, 2020 at 7:59 PM

Virtual Gala: Be inspired by courageous voices!

Virtual Gala: Be inspired by courageous voices! An evening of inspiration, laugh, hopes and surprises! An infusion of hope for you!     …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 8, 2020 at 9:44 PM

Virtual Gala: Deepening our inclusivity

Virtual Gala: Deepening our inclusivity We've spent the past year listening to community leaders and seeking counsel from them... We’re listening and learning   …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 7, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Virtual Gala: Because “normal” didn’t work

Virtual Gala: Because “normal” didn’t work We need something better than "normal" Roadmap to a Better America     Dear John, 20…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 5, 2020 at 7:59 PM

Want a roadmap to a better America?

Want a roadmap to a better America? We’re sharing our roadmap to build a better “normal.” Roadmap to a Better America     Dear J…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
October 2, 2020 at 10:59 PM

Laughter is the best medicine

Laughter is the best medicine Featuring stand-up comedian Zainab Johnson! Laughter is the best medicine     Dear …
  Adam Beddawi · [email protected]
September 29, 2020 at 8:59 PM

Introducing: A Tale of Two Futures

Introducing: A Tale of Two Futures   Looking Ahead: American Muslim Life After the Election  John-- American Muslims are at a fork-in-the-road.  What will American Muslim life look like if Donald Trump is re-elected?  Will a Biden …
  M. Baqir Mohie El-Deen · [email protected]
September 25, 2020 at 3:59 AM

Voting During COVID-19

Voting During COVID-19  We are only as strong as our voter turnout is, we want to make sure you are prepared.  Dear John, Elections are upon us! Your vote is more important than ever. Here is why: As our voter turnout increases, so…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
September 17, 2020 at 6:58 PM

Build an America you can believe in

Build an America you can believe in It's our job to build a more equitable America for ALL. Dear John, America is your home and the home of millions of Muslims like you. We work here, pray here, and plant our dreams in this soil - n…
  Lori Margaret · [email protected]
September 15, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Do you know what’s at stake?

Do you know what’s at stake?  We have been feeling overwhelmed, and we’re sure you have been too. SAVE THE DATE #10102020   …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
September 10, 2020 at 5:59 PM

"If you fear for your life, this is not your profession" - Rana Ayyub

"If you fear for your life, this is not your profession" - Rana Ayyub Join us as we honor journalist Rana Ayyub for her voice of courage and conscience. SATURDAY 10.10.2020     …
  Sue Obeidi · [email protected]
September 2, 2020 at 4:36 AM

Here are the winners of our Hollywood Bureau and Familiar Stranger Lab

Here are the winners of our Hollywood Bureau and Familiar Stranger Lab We are ecstatic to announce the eight incredibly talented writers selected for our Screenwriting Lab in partnership with Familiar Stranger!  Dear John, We are e…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 10:14 PM

Webinar -- Addressing the Mountains of Misconception

Webinar -- Addressing the Mountains of Misconception Discussing Commonalities Within Religious Communities in the Northwest  Share Tweet Fwd …
  Prema Rahman · [email protected]
August 5, 2020 at 9:59 PM

Connie Rice Joins MPAC’s Campaign for Human Security

Connie Rice Joins MPAC’s Campaign for Human Security Connie Rice is an award-winning civil rights lawyer and co-founder of the Advancement Project.  John -- We are thrilled to announce Connie Rice as an advisor to our Campaign for H…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 9:59 PM

Eid Mubarak!

Eid Mubarak! Let’s celebrate diversity, our youth, and progress!  Dear John, While this Eid ul-Adha is different from any in recent history, the sentiment remains the same. Today we celebrate family, o…
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
July 29, 2020 at 10:59 PM

Here’s how we can create a more equitable America

Here’s how we can create a more equitable America How about: None of us are secure unless ALL of us are secure. Share Tweet Fwd …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
July 23, 2020 at 12:14 AM

BREAKING: House Passes Historic Muslim Civil Rights Bill!

BREAKING: House Passes Historic Muslim Civil Rights Bill! The No Ban Act would would outright prohibit any future president from using religious discrimination as a basis for restricting immigration. John -- Remember this moment. T…
  Adam Beddawi · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 1:59 PM

No Ban Act Finally Up for a Vote

No Ban Act Finally Up for a Vote After a four months long delay, the House will consider this landmark legislation  Share Tweet Fwd John…
  Raahima Shoaib · [email protected]
July 18, 2020 at 3:59 PM

Mobilizing Muslims and Changing the Narrative

Mobilizing Muslims and Changing the Narrative We’ve got exciting updates for you. Here’s a recap: View this email in your browser.   We must throw off the chains of white supr…
  Sue Obeidi · [email protected]
July 7, 2020 at 11:03 PM

Announcing our Screenwriting Lab with Familiar Stranger Productions!

Announcing our Screenwriting Lab with Familiar Stranger Productions!  We are excited to announce our next Screenwriting Lab, which will be held in partnership with Familiar Stranger Productions.  Dear John, As we continue to naviga…
  Adam Beddawi · [email protected]
July 4, 2020 at 2:59 PM

Anti-Racism is a Part of Islam

Anti-Racism is a Part of Islam We must strive for anti-racism, as both an ideal as well as a concrete practice and politics.   Share Tweet Fwd …
  Salam Al-Marayati · [email protected]
June 18, 2020 at 7:59 PM

The Supreme Court sides with Immigrant youth on DACA

The Supreme Court sides with Immigrant youth on DACA  Today the Supreme Court voted to block the Trump administration's attempt to end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).  Share Tweet Fwd …