Maya Berry · [email protected]

June 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Act Now to Stop the Sale of Weapons to Israel

For more than a year Israel has indiscriminately slaughtered 54,000 Palestinians with U.S. weapons and support, and despite condemnation from humanitarian aid and medical organizations across the world, our government has allowed the deadly flow of weapons to continue with no oversight or co…

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  James Zogby · [email protected]

May 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM

My conversation with Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan

Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan joined my Coffee and Column gathering yesterday to discuss the trauma of children in Gaza and how little attention is being paid to the long-term consequences of this genocide. As I'm sure you have seen in viral clips and interviews over the past few months, Tanya is a p…

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  James Zogby · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Join us tomorrow for Coffee and a Column

This week on Coffee and a Column, we will be joined live from Jordan by Dr. Tanya Haj Hassan to discuss the trauma of children in Gaza and how so little attention is being paid to the long term consequences of this.     Dear Friend,   This week on Coffee and a Colu…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

May 26, 2025 at 3:05 PM

Washington Watch: Attention Must Be Given to Healing the Psychological Wounds of the War on Gaza

One thing of which we can be certain is that there will be consequences to the genocide in Gaza. Attention Must Be Given to Healing the Psychological Wounds of the War on Gaza  Washington Watch May 26th, 2025 Dr. James J. Zogby © President Arab American Institute One thing of wh…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

May 13, 2025 at 2:55 PM

URGENT ACTION: Tell Congress TODAY to Reject Weaponization of the IRS to Target our Nation’s Nonprofits

The House Ways & Means Committee is preparing to mark up a major reconciliation package TODAY, May 13 at 2:00 PM. The package includes harmful language that would give the Treasury Secretary unchecked authority to designate any nonprofit as a “terrorist supporting organization” and revok…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM

workshop on Friday

     Dear Friend, I know many of us are deeply concerned about the cruelty of policies and discourse and the erosion of democratic norms and institutions. I ask myself every day, and I'm guessing you do too, "What more can I do?" I am reaching out in the hope we ha…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 4, 2025 at 3:04 PM

TOMORROW! April 5, say “Hands Off Gaza!!” Join us

     Dear Friend, I'm resharing this message with you because it's that important. We are facing a national crisis. Our democracy is under attack by power grabs on multiple fronts. Key programs essential for our communities, seniors, veterans, children, and those …

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM

20 seats left for tonight! - Kareem Fahmy, Rola Z and American Fast

  Dear Friend, For tonight's 7PM conversation with Arab American playwright Kareem Fahmy and Funny Arabs comedian Rola Z we have roughly 20 seats left! The space is intimate, so this will be a very special conversation. I hope you can join us for this discussion and the performa…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM

On Sat April 5, we’re saying “Hands Off Our Students! Hands Off Gaza!!” Join us

     Dear Friend, We are facing a national crisis. Our democracy is under attack by power grabs on multiple fronts. Key programs essential for our communities, seniors, veterans, children, and those with disabilities, are under threat, including Medicaid, Medicare…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 2, 2025 at 7:42 PM

almost here - Kareem Fahmy's play American Fast

  Dear Friend, I am very much looking forward to Thursday's 7PM conversation with Arab American playwright Kareem Fahmy and Funny Arabs comedian Rola Z! That's why I am re-upping my invitation for you to join us for this Arab American Heritage Month discussion on Thursday, April…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 2, 2025 at 3:51 PM

URGENT: Congress Decides Tomorrow on Prohibitive Voting Law

Last month, I joined civil rights leaders in Selma, Alabama for the 60th Anniversary of “Bloody Sunday.” We were there to fight back with our partners, co-sponsoring an event led by the Leadership Conference entitled, “Saving Democracy,” and speaking about the attack on inclusive democracy a…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

April 1, 2025 at 9:04 PM

are we on for Thursday night?

  Dear Friend, For the first day of Arab American Heritage Month, I am reupping my invite for you to join Arab American playwright Kareem Fahmy on Thursday, April 3, for a live presentation of his work, American Fast, at the Theater Alliance in DC. Kareem will join us before the…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 26, 2025 at 8:57 PM

Day 18 of Mahmoud's Detention

There is a lot happening related to Mahmoud’s case and the broader campaign to target First Amendment protected activity in support of Palestinian human rights.       Dear Friend, There is a lot happening related to Mahmoud’s case and the broader campaign to target…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM

can you meet for Kareem Fahmy's American Fast?

  Dear Friend, I invite you to join Arab American playwright Kareem Fahmy on Thursday, April 3, for a live presentation of his work, American Fast, at the Theater Alliance in DC. Kareem will join us before the play at 7 PM for a conversation on the importance of representation a…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 21, 2025 at 4:44 PM

Save the Date: The Return of Gibran!

I want you to be the first to know. To commemorate the 40th anniversary of AAI—and because we all need more humanity during these difficult times—we are pleased to announce the return of the Kahlil Gibran Spirit of Humanity Awards gala. Please mark your calendar for Thursday, October 23rd, 2…

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  James Zogby · [email protected]

March 20, 2025 at 9:36 PM

Watch Nine Parts of Desire on Sunday

     Dear Friend, I want to share an incredible opportunity with you. On Sunday at 5 PM, Arab American playwright, author, and actor Heather Raffo's "Nine Parts of Desire" will broadcast on PBS WETA. I cannot say enough good things about this work of art and what …

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM

Day 11 of Mahmoud's Detention

For the past 11 days, we have shared regular updates and actions related to Mahmoud's case and similar detention cases related to suppressing pro-Palestinian activism and free speech. Today, there's no more meaningful update I can share than the words of Mahmoud himself, which were dictated …

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Day 9 of Mahmoud's Detention - Important Action

Last week, you mobilized to ask your representatives to stand up for Mahmoud Khalil’s rights. Because of your efforts and others, a letter from the House of Representatives, led by Ranking Members Pramila Jayapal, Jamie Raskin, and Mary Gay Scanlon, received a total of 103 signatures demandi…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 14, 2025 at 9:52 PM

Day 6 of Mahmoud's Detention

After DHS raids on Columbia University last night, I am afraid the situation continues to worsen. Read below about that raid and additional actions taken against pro-Palestinian student activists, including the “temporary revoking” of diplomas. I am equally confused about what that means. …

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 13, 2025 at 9:14 PM

Day 5 of Mahmoud's Detention

Thanks to all of you who responded to yesterday’s action alert. The letter, led by Ranking Members Pramila Jayapal, Jamie Raskin, and Mary Gay Scanlon, has 92 signatories as of this writing, including Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. The letter, which is expected to be sent tomorrow, states, “E…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

March 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM

We must protect Mahmoud Khalil

We have been closely following the arrest and detainment of fellow Arab American and Columbia student activist Mahmoud Khalil. I am sure you join me in outrage and concern over the treatment of Mahmoud, a legal permanent resident, over his lawful expression of free speech in defense of Pales…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

February 25, 2025 at 8:31 PM

, an update I need to share

    Dear Friend, I’m reaching out because so many of you are getting in touch about the latest threat to our institute.     For those unaware of the situation, here’s what’s happened. In recent days, a tweet from Elon Musk shared hateful and dangerous disinformatio…

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  James Zogby · [email protected]

February 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM

Join us tomorrow for Coffee and a Column

Join us tomorrow for Coffee and a Column where I will discuss this week's column "Don't Scapegoat Arab Americans" and why Arab Americans should not be blamed for Trump's election win.      Dear Friend,   Join us tomorrow for Coffee and a Column where I will discuss…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

January 29, 2025 at 5:15 PM

, I want you to see this

    Dear Friend, As I write you, AAI is doing exactly what you probably think we are doing—determining how best to protect our democracy, community, and policy priorities. While there is a lot of uncertainty, please know we are working hard and strategically, along…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

December 30, 2024 at 11:34 PM

Friend, it's important

Friend,  I know it's late and you have a lot going on, but I'd be remiss if I didn't share this opportunity. For the last two days of 2024, a generous donor is doubling ANY DONATION you make. Your dollar becomes two for AAI to fight for Palestinian human rights and liberation, for Lebanese sovereign…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

December 29, 2024 at 3:35 PM

, you and I know it's not enough

    Dear Friend, You may still be thinking about the work we did together this year and may feel that it's not enough. And you're right. At this moment, all we are doing still isn't enough to stop the horrors we are witnessing. The end of this year marks an incredi…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

December 26, 2024 at 8:30 PM

, I know your thinking about it - so just reupping

    Dear Friend, I shared this with you earlier and I know it's a lot, so I'm resharing. I hope you have time to look at it because I want you to understand what you made possible. As you know, the end of this year marks an incredibly difficult and uncertain time f…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 5:17 PM

, I'm unsure about what's next

    Dear Friend, The end of this year marks an incredibly difficult and uncertain time for our community.   We have borne witness to genocide in Gaza, the growing violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, and the devastating bombing and invasion of Lebanon. A…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

December 4, 2024 at 12:18 AM

resharing this

    Dear Friend, Today I had the opportunity to speak at the Carnegie Foundation for Middle East Peace on a topic I know you care about - the silencing of pro-Palestine speech. I highlighted the long history of Arab Americans being silenced for speaking in favor of…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 10:10 PM

I know you are doing all you can today

    Dear Friend, I know the need and suffering in Gaza is so great that it's overwhelming. Not only Gazans, but the people of the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Sudan, all need support. I know you are doing all you can.  Normally this is when we at AAI would…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 6:54 PM

change of plan for today

    Dear Friend, I had a message set to go for Giving Tuesday. Then I realized something. I do a not-so-great job of sharing all that we are working on with your support. I tend to deal with all the significant challenges we face by pushing forward and moving to th…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

December 2, 2024 at 8:52 PM

Friend, with you through a year of heartbreak

    Dear Friend, As so many Americans head into this season of giving, we acknowledge the difficulties and pain of this moment. I also know you are doing all you can to alleviate the suffering of friends, family, and community whether they are in Gaza, the West Ban…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

November 18, 2024 at 8:13 PM

important action to protect free speech

    Friend, It is hard to believe we are asking you to take this action, but here we are. Instead of doing everything they can to stop the ongoing genocide in Gaza, members of Congress are trying to pass a bill that would target nonprofit organizations, especially …

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 3:48 PM

Happening TODAY: Join us for a special post-election analysis at 12pm ET

    Dear Friend, The election happened, now what? Join us TODAY Thursday November 7th at 12pm ET for a special post election analysis webinar. Hear from leading experts providing analysis on the election outcome and its impact on domestic and foreign policy, the st…

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  Jim Zogby · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 8:03 PM

Join us tomorrow for a special post-election analysis

    Dear Friend, The election happens, now what? Join us Tomorrow Thursday November 7th at 12pm ET for a special post election analysis webinar. Hear from leading experts providing analysis on the election outcome and its impact on domestic and foreign policy, the …

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 2:29 AM

for Election Day and the days after

Friend, Election day is almost over but I wanted to reach out at this time with a quick note of gratitude for all you have done and for your support of our work. Like you, we are all watching the returns, but we are also fielding calls to our Yalla Vote Arabic/En…

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  Maya Berry · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 2:13 PM

It's Election Day! 🗳️ find your polling place & MORE

Friend, Good morning - it's Election Day! If you are planning to vote in person polls are open from 7am-8pm. Find your polling place here. For more voter information in DC, click here. This is not a normal election for our country or our community. From an incre…

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