Critics have denounced the forum as a PR initiative to boost the UAE’s image abroad and deflect criticism by human rights groups. Hiba Zayadin, a Human Rights Watch researcher who focuses on the UAE, said that the Emirates regularly attempts to “present itself on the global stage as progressive”…more: middleeasteye
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Historic Win for Abdullah Hammoud Sets Stage for Challenges in State House
Sealing his promise to Dearborn voters, Abdullah Hammoud, the Democratic candidate for the 15th District in the State House of Representatives, became the first Arab American Muslim man to win that seat. An aura of unease and suspense set in Tuesday night, as Arab American voters, poll volunteers and campaigners closely examined maps in anticipation of the presidential election results….MORE: arabamericannews.com
Activists stage Thanksgiving fast in solidarity with Guantánamo detainees
The protesters, members of Witness Against Torture (WAT), … to the Guantánamo detention camp and held a four-day vigil. On that occasion, the protesters travelled to Cuba in breach of the US embargo of …more:http: Theguardian.com
Bernie Sanders Vows To Fight Anti-Islam Sentiment: 2016 Democratic Presidential Candidate Hugs Muslim Woman On Stage
