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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 11:10 PM

Washington Watch: “The Tumultuous Decade”

Arab American Institute by James Zogby “The Tumultuous Decade” On May 20th, the Middle East Institute will release my new book “The Tumultuous Decade,” a book that brings together a decade of Zogby Research Services (ZRS) of Arab, Turkish, and Iranian public opinio…
  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Coffee And A Column: Join Me Wednesday, May 20, 2 PM ET

Arab American Institute ? Dear Friend,? I hope you're staying safe and healthy. Our?weekly Zoom meeting aimed at creating an online space for communication and collaboration, which we have called "Coffee And A Column," has taken off with great success thanks to you all.? It…
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
May 16, 2020 at 1:29 AM

BREAKING: Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act Passes the House

Arab American Institute   Dear Friend, I sent the below e-mail almost a year ago on July 3, 2019. Today on May 15, 2020, I write to share that the Khalid Jabara and Heather Heyer NO HATE Act just passed the U.S. House of Representatives as part of a larger COVID-19 relief…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
May 5, 2020 at 12:03 PM

💓Together We Give💓 #GivingTuesdayNow💓

Arab American Institute   Dear Friend, Today, the Arab American Institute is taking part in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of unity and giving in response to the need caused by the COVID-19 crisis. In this time of uncertainty, there's a basic truth that gives us hope - th…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
April 30, 2020 at 9:04 PM

#ArabAmericansLead on the Frontlines

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  On the final day of #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth, we celebrate all of you. Each one of you, in your own way, is making a difference. Whether it be by staying home, offering words of support, working in an essential role, or just making…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
April 23, 2020 at 4:27 PM

#ArabAmericansLead With Resiliency

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  As we continue to mark #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth, we reflect on our community's contributions and successes while knowing that the future for everyone will be vastly different. Facing these challenges will require resilience and her…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
April 16, 2020 at 9:49 PM

#ArabAmericansLead With Kindness

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  This #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth is different from any other and it makes us more mindful of what holds meaning and value. For us, that is all of you. Each day we witness heartbreak but we also witness acts of kindness that show the b…
  Jennifer Salan · [email protected]
April 15, 2020 at 8:55 PM

We're not going to see you tonight but you can still help

NationBuilder Friend -- Tonight was to be a night of celebration - a night when our community lifts up what’s best in humanity through the Kahlil Gibran Spirit of Humanity Awards.  The AAI team would have spent the day finalizing seating, checking the table settings, rehearsing the a…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
April 8, 2020 at 7:34 PM

#ArabAmericansLead Through COVID19 Crisis

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  This challenging time makes us all more mindful of what truly matters: our family, our loved ones, and everyone else we value. For AAI, that includes you. Now, more than ever, we're grateful for all the ways, big and small, Arab Amer…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
April 1, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Census 2020 Day of Action!

NationBuilder Dear Friend, April 1st 2020 is Census Day and here is what YOU can do TODAY to ensure the Arab American community is fairly and accurately counted in the 2020 Census: Forward this email to all the Arab Americans in your network, Post on social media saying y…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Tomorrow is April 1! Census 2020 Day of Action!

NationBuilder Dear Friend, Tomorrow, April 1, 2020 is Census Day of Action, and we need your help to spread the word about the importance of the 2020 Census! The 2020 Census is critical for our democracy as it impacts political representation, over $800 billion in federal …
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
March 25, 2020 at 8:33 PM

Arab American COVID-19 Community Response Call

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We hope this e-mail finds you as healthy as possible. This is a critical year for our democracy, with both the 2020 Census and Presidential Election, decisions we all make will impact our community and country for generations to come. Yet…
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
March 24, 2020 at 8:07 PM

The Eileen Patricia McMahon Zogby Irish Education Fund

NationBuilder Dear AAI family,  Thank you to all who have reached out after hearing of the passing of Mrs. Eileen Zogby– it was truly beautiful to hear from so many of you. Many asked about ways you can show your support to Jim and honor Eileen’s memory. With that, I write today to sh…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
March 18, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Have you checked your mail yet?!

NationBuilder Dear Friend, Have you checked your mail lately? By now you should have received a letter from the Census Bureau inviting you to fill out your 2020 Census questionnaire! Now is the time to ensure you are counted. While we are aware that COVID-19 is top of mind…
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
March 16, 2020 at 6:57 PM

AAI Cancels 2020 Gibran Awards in Response to COVID-19

Arab American Institute   Friend, Because the welfare of our community and our country is at the heart of everything we do, AAI has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Kahlil Gibran Spirit of Humanity Awards on April 15 in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
March 13, 2020 at 4:03 PM

The 2020 Census is LIVE!

NationBuilder Friend, There is nothing more important for the advancement of our community right now than the 2020 Census.? If you have not already received a letter from the U.S. Census Bureau inviting you to fill out the 2020 Census, you will receive one by the 18th of t…
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
March 12, 2020 at 7:48 PM

With heavy hearts AAI marks the passage of Eileen Zogby

NationBuilder Dear AAI family, It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I write to inform you of the passing of Eileen Patricia McMahon Zogby, spouse of AAI President and Co-Founder, Dr. James Zogby. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Zogby family during this difficult …
  Ryan J. Suto · [email protected]
March 11, 2020 at 11:11 AM

Introducing the National Arab American Bar Association!

NationBuilder Friend, After a year of planning and community outreach, the Arab American Institute Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the National Arab American Bar Association (NAABA). Representatives LaHood and Tlaib with their NAABA membership cards Led by …
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
March 5, 2020 at 5:00 PM

ACTION ALERT: Yalla, Count Me In!

NationBuilder Friend, In one week you will begin receiving letters in your mailbox from the U.S. Census Bureau inviting you to fill out the 2020 Census.  We need every Arab American to fill out their form, and your support and engagement in this campaign are vital to ensur…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
March 4, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Invitation: Arab American Leadership Days

NationBuilder Dear Friend,In an election year that brings with it increased demand for your civic & political engagement, the Arab American Institute is proud to present our annual invite-only?Arab American Leadership Days.?Arab American Leadership Days will provide th…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
February 28, 2020 at 5:00 PM

ACTION ALERT: Yalla, Count Me In!

NationBuilder Friend, In two weeks you will begin receiving letters in your mailbox from the U.S. Census Bureau inviting you to fill out the 2020 Census. We need every Arab American to fill out their form, and your support and engagement in this campaign are vital to ensur…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
February 25, 2020 at 10:14 PM

Another One: #DemDebate Tonight

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight the Democratic Party is presenting another debate, this time in South Carolina ahead of the state's primary. It's also the last debate before Super Tuesday on March 3, when over a dozen states will go to the polls.  Where and…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
February 24, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Souk El Tayeb Founder Kamal Mouzawak to be Recognized for International Commitment at the Kahlil Gibran Spirit of Humanity Awards Gala

Friend -- The Arab American Institute Foundation is delighted to announce the 2020 Award for International Commitment will be awarded to Kamal Mouzawak at the 22nd annual Kahlil Gibran “Spirit of Humanity” Awards on April 15, 2020. Get Tickets Now In the fight for a holistic and sustainable…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
February 21, 2020 at 3:01 PM

🗣️Amplify Your Voice 📣

NationBuilder Hi Friend, Do you care about Arab American representation? Are you confused about how to answer the race & ethnicity?portion any time you fill out a form??? ? We created the Yalla, Count Me In! campaign to help you find the answers to these questions and …
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
February 19, 2020 at 10:17 PM

Ready for Tonight's Debate?

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Believe it or not, another debate is already here -- the 9th round of this election season and the second of three in February alone. Can't keep track of all these debates? Don't worry, we got you covered with all the essential infor…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
February 19, 2020 at 3:07 PM

TODAY: Speed Networking [starting early]!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We hope you can join us this evening at The Green Zone for an evening of speed networking. Due to high demand, we have moved up the event time an hour early, to ensure that we all get plenty of time to meet and chat with one another. The …
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
February 14, 2020 at 5:22 PM

Next Wednesday: Speed Networking at the Green Zone

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us at The Green Zone, one of Washington, DC's most popular establishments, to make new friends and connections! Click here to RSVP What?   Speed Networking When?  Wednesday, February 19, 2020                6:30-  8:00 p.m Where?…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
February 13, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Announcing the Najeeb Halaby Award for Public Service

Friend -- The Arab American Institute Foundation is delighted to announce the 2020 Najeeb Halaby Award for Public Service will be awarded to Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha at the 22nd annual Kahlil Gibran “Spirit of Humanity” Awards on April 15, 2020.   Get Tickets Now   Having learned of the conta…
  Suher Adi · [email protected]
February 12, 2020 at 10:21 PM

One Month Out: Take Action and Make A Plan

NationBuilder Dear Friend,  Today, February 12th, marks ONE MONTH until the U.S. Census Bureau delivers a letter to your mailbox inviting your household to fill out the 2020 Census. Please, please keep reading because everyone’s participation is vital to ensuring all Arab …
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Speed Networking at the Green Zone

Arab American Institute   Friend --   Our 2020 kicked off with a meal pack for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, and a conversation with journalist Joyce Karam. We are excited to continue the Arab American Generations series with a speed networking event! We are de…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
February 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM

The 2020 Census - Pledge to Be Counted

NationBuilder Friend -- Data from the 2020 Census will be used throughout the next decade to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, draw lines of state legislatures and school districts, and determine how governments spend over $800 billion a year in federa…
  Maya Berry · [email protected]
January 28, 2020 at 11:09 PM

Breaking Down Trump's So-Called "Peace Deal"

Arab American Institute   Friend -- As you may have seen already, President Trump just released his proposal on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and, unsurprisingly, it does nothing to advance peace. Instead, it undermines the Palestinian people's basic rights and aspirati…
  Omar Baddar · [email protected]
January 23, 2020 at 5:34 PM

TONIGHT: An Evening with Joyce Karam

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Just wanted to make sure you saw the email below. Joyce has a fascinating experience in journalism (a lot of it covering the Middle East), and we'll be serving a light dinner (shawerma sandwiches...etc.). If you plan on coming this evenin…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
January 22, 2020 at 11:12 PM

Join us tomorrow: An Evening with journalist Joyce Karam

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us tomorrow evening as we kick off our 2020 AAI Generations series with veteran reporter Joyce Karam!  Joyce will discuss her career path in journalism in an intimate conversation with AAI Executive Director Maya Berry. The discussio…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
January 16, 2020 at 3:49 PM

An Evening with Joyce Karam- join us!

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Join us as we kick off the first AAI Generations event of 2020 with veteran reporter Joyce Karam!  Joyce will discuss her career path in journalism in an intimate conversation with AAI Executive Director Maya Berry. The discussion will be…
  Omar Baddar · [email protected]
January 15, 2020 at 4:20 PM

Tomorrow: Hill Briefing w/Aida Touma-Sliman on Palestine

Arab American Institute   Friend -- Omar here. This is just a quick reminder about tomorrow's Hill Briefing. If you're planning on coming, just be sure to RSVP to my colleague Ryan Suto at [email protected] to see you tomorrow!>>>We are lucky to h…
  🗳️ Yalla2020 🗳️ · [email protected]
January 14, 2020 at 10:27 PM

Tonight: The Biggest, Smallest Debate

NationBuilder Arab American Institute Friend -- Tonight is the first debate of 2020, the last debate before the February 3rd Iowa Caucuses, the smallest debate in terms of the number of candidates on stage, and probably the biggest debate in terms of impact on the coming pr…
  Omar Baddar · [email protected]
January 9, 2020 at 5:21 PM

Event: Palestine & Israel amid New Emerging Realities

Arab American Institute   Friend -- We are lucky to have Palestinian member of the Israeli Knesset, Aida Touma-Sliman, visiting DC next week, and I wanted to make sure you didn't miss this event. Hope to see you there on Thursday! Palestine and Israel amid Changing Policies…
  Arab American Institute Foundation · [email protected]
January 8, 2020 at 8:21 PM

Save the Date: 2020 Kahlil Gibran Gala on April 15

Arab American Institute   Tickets for the 2020 Kahlil Gibran "Spirit of Humanity" Awards Gala on April 15 are now available! Click here to purchase. Expect announcements of our 2020 awardees over the coming weeks.  Interested in sponsoring our event? Contact Jennifer Salan…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
December 19, 2019 at 10:45 PM

Another Debate Is Here

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight is Round 6 of the Democratic Party’s presidential debates (the first post-impeachment, and the last of 2019), and we are here to remind you to watch and engage.Where and when can I watch?The debate will air on PBS and CNN, an…
  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
December 18, 2019 at 2:04 PM

Asking

NationBuilder Friend -- When we first founded the Arab American Institute thirty-four years ago, the pace of the DC policy world moved in months and weeks. Today is vastly different. There isn’t an hour that goes by that we aren’t made painfully aware of another policy change that has…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
December 12, 2019 at 4:57 PM

AAI opposes Trump's EO Suppressing Palestinian Rights Advocacy

Arab American Institute   Friend -- As you may know by now, President Trump signed an executive order (EO) yesterday that is designed to suppress criticism of Israel under the guise of fighting anti-Semitism. Much of the national reporting on this EO missed the mark, focusi…
  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
December 12, 2019 at 11:15 AM

I Need Your Voice in 2020

Hi Friend,A few weeks ago I reached out to ask you to complete AAI's 2020 Presidential Preference Survey. 2020 is right around the corner, and your feedback ensures we're starting the campaign year off right. This takes 3 minutes to complete.?Please take time to fill out our survey today. Thank…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
December 3, 2019 at 2:03 PM

💓Ready, Set, Give! Support AAI this #GivingTuesday❤️

NationBuilder Friend, After a weekend filled with gratitude for our family, friends, and good food, today is dedicated to generosity. On this #GivingTuesday, we ask you to pay it forward for the future of the Arab American community.? DONATE NOW As AAI works to defend…
  YallaCountMeIn · [email protected]
November 27, 2019 at 7:30 PM

🦃 Here's an Easy Topic for Your Thanksgiving Dinner 🦃

NationBuilder Hello Friend, This Thanksgiving the Yalla, Count Me In campaign is thankful for democracy! We know Thanksgiving dinner can lead to political debates and conversations with those you love about the issues you care about most. Sometimes, it can get #heated. So …
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
November 20, 2019 at 10:30 PM

🗣️ Ready for Round 5 of the Debates?

Arab American Institute   Hello Friend,  Tonight is Round 5 (!!) of the Democratic Party Presidential debates. Ready to watch & engage? You will be by the end of this email.Where and when can I watch?The debate will be broadcast live from Atlanta on MSNBC and on the Was…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
November 15, 2019 at 7:59 PM

Join our special exhibit on Tuesday!

Arab American Institute ? Friend -- We hope you can join us for a special exhibit organized by civil rights leaders in support of a world free from hate. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, we will be joining our partners at The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights for an inter…
  Arab American Institute · [email protected]
November 14, 2019 at 4:38 PM

Radical Recitations: In DC & NYC This Weekend

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
November 12, 2019 at 5:48 PM

Kamal Boullata Memorial in DC tomorrow, 11/13

Friend -- Please join us tomorrow to celebrate the life of Kamal Boullata.? His art not only gave voice to the Palestinian struggle for rights, but also to Palestinian culture. ? Jim Zogbyhttp://www.aaiusa.org/ -=-=- Arab American Institute ? United States This email was sent to xxxxxx@gmail.…
  Jim Zogby · [email protected]
November 7, 2019 at 11:30 AM

FW: Last Call: Share Your Thoughts Today!

Friend -- I want to make sure you saw this email. The survey takes 3 minutes to complete. Your feedback is a critical component of our 2020 work. Please take time to fill out our survey today.Jim Zogby Good morning, Friend! Please take 3 minutes to complete AAI's 2020 Presidential Preference S…