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Chicago’s Muslim Community Stands with the People of Syria

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Ryan

The Syrian ruling regime of dictator Bashar Al Assad is shelling whole neighborhoods of civilians with heavy artillery. Continue reading →

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Local Muslim leader blasts ‘old Orientalist mindset’ about Islam

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Ryan

I could be wrong, but that seems to be the case when you consider the contrast of “intentional Muslim sacrilege” with the “accidental American offense.”
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Video: Egyptians Brave Long Lines for First Free Elections – Ever!

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Ryan

In a country not particularly known for its orderly queues, everywhere you look today, you are met by an unfamiliar sight: millions of residents standing quietly in long orderly files (often for hours) waiting to engage in a two minute activity. Continue reading →

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Ahmed Rehab Talks With John Williams About American Muslims and Homeland Security

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Ryan

Ahmed Rehab discusses the controversy about Homeland Security holding hearings exploring Muslim American Terrorists. Continue reading →

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Vimeo: Ahmed Rehab Discusses Egypt’s Transition to Democracy

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Ryan

Untitled from Delal Pektas on Vimeo. Ahmed Rehab and fellow activist Laith Saud discuss their recent experiences in Egypt and the country’s transition to democracy.

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NPR, Worldview: Ahmed Rehab Reflects on his Experiences in Egypt

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Ryan

Worldview frequently checked in with Chicagoan Ahmed Rehab who was in Cairo during the mass protest movement that eventually brought down President Hosni Mubarak. Ahmed, also the executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations-Chicago, left Egypt this week. He … Continue reading →

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ABC News: Ahmed Rehab Continues to Protest in Egypt Against Mubarak 2/11/11

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Ryan

Ahmed Rehab is in Egypt right now currently joining the protests in Tahrir Square. He reports that the protests will not stop until Mubarak resigns from office. Continue reading →

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Ahmed Rehab on MSNBC, Anticipating Mubarak’s Resignation

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Ryan
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MSNBC, The Ed Show: Ahmed Rehab Discusses What Needs To Happen In Egypt

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Ryan

hmed Rehab talks to Ed Schultz about what is happening in Egypt shortly after Mubarak said he would not step down, as well as what needs to be done in the country in order for a peaceful revolution to be successful. Continue reading →

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Fox Chicago News: Ahmed Rehab Worries About Confrontation from Mass Protests 2/10/11

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Ryan

Ahmed Rehab is in Egypt right now and after hearing the speech from Mubarak, he is worried about the possible confrontations during what may be the largest protests on Friday. Continue reading →

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