Category Archives: Radio

Egyptian Revolution Anniversary: Wael Ghonim and Ahmed Rehab on WBEZ Worldview

Worldview’s Jerome McDonnell interviewed Ahmed Rehab and Wael Ghonim on the current state of affairs in Egypt one year after the revolution.
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WGN Radio: Jonathon Brandmeier talks to Ahmed Rehab about Lowe’s All-American Muslim Controversy

Ahmed Rehab talks to WGN Radio’s Jonathon Brandmeier about how Lowe’s gave in to anti-Muslim bigotry when it decided to pull its ads off the show ‘All-American Muslim’. Continue reading

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Worldview, NPR: Ahmed Rehab Sets the Record Straight on Egypt Events

Tens of thousands of protesters gathered again today in Cairo’s Tahrir Square. Continue reading

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Worldview, NPR: Ahmed Rehab on the Rising Tensions in Egypt and the Upcoming Elections

In the post Arab spring era, Egypt’s fate hinges on whether its diverse factions can peacefully coexist.
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CBS: Ahmed Rehab discusses Muslim relations before and after 9/11 on John Williams radio show

Ahmed Rehab appeared on The John Williams Show on CBS Minnesota to discuss Muslim relations both before and after the events out of 9/11.
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WBEZ: Chicago Muslim group combats ‘Islamaphobia’ in a post-9/11 world

A Chicago-based Muslim advocacy group says “Islamaphobia” has gotten worse in the U.S. since the terrorist attacks of September 11th.
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CBS: Islamic-American Group: Link Between 9/11, Muslim Religion Must Stop

The head of a local Islamic-American organization says that after this year, except for remembering its victims, it’s time for America to move on from the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Continue reading

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Chicago Public Radio: Ahmed Rehab reflects on uncertain future of post-revolution Egypt

In a recent visit to Cairo, Ahmed Rehab met with high-ranking officials and activists to discuss the way forward. He tells Jerome what he thinks the Egyptian people should demand now.
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Public Radio International: Young Arab-Americans and the ‘Arab Spring’

Now, the Arab world is changing dramatically. Two dictators have been toppled. Others seem to be teetering.
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Chicago Public Radio: Ahmed Rehab participates in protests sweeping Egypt

Ahmed Rehab called Worldview from Cairo. He’s the executive director of the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. He flew to Cairo to participate in the protests. He’s representing himself, not CAIR Chicago. LISTEN HERE Ahmed’s also been blogging … Continue reading

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LISTEN: Rehab Discusses Hijab Discrimination at Convenience Store

Ahmed Rehab talks to Red Eye Radio’s Marc Germain about a Muslim woman who was denied service at a convenience store because she refused to remove her hijab. “It was a case of religious discrimination.  It may not have been … Continue reading

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Ahmed Rehab on the Michael Medved Radio Show

Ahmed Rehab discusses Juan Williams, perceptions of Muslims, and other issues with Michael Medved. Continue reading

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WSBT 960 AM: Ahmed Rehab Discusses Planned Qur’an Burning on 9-11

In response to the proposed Qur’an burning on 9-11:  “Our statement is in the form of the proactive work that we do especially now with 9-11 coming up which includes outreach, interfaith work, and dialogue.  Essentially representing who we truly … Continue reading

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Wisconsin Public Radio: Rehab Discusses Mosque Near Ground Zero and Answers Callers’ Questions

Ahmed Rehab discusses the ground zero mosque controversy and clears misconceptions about Islam and Muslims. Continue reading

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1100 AM “The Flag”: Ahmed Rehab Debates Pamela Gellar on the Right to Build a Mosque Near Ground Zero

CAIR-Chicgao Executive Director, Ahmed Rehab, debates anti-Muslim bigot Pamela Gellar, founder of atlasshrugs.com and the Islamophobic hate-group Stop the Islamization of America (SOIA), regarding the Cordoba House in lower Manhattan. Continue reading

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FOX News: Ahmed Rehab talks to John Gibson and Alan Colmes about “Ground Zero Mosque” Controversy

Rehab debates Fox News’ John Gibson on the right of New York Muslims to build a mosque in lower Manhattan, a few blocks away from Ground Zero.Rehab and Alan Colmes discuss the recent decision permitting the Cordoba Center to be built in New York. Rehab also warns of the growing anti-Muslim network in the United States which seeks to delegitimize American Muslims. Continue reading

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WGN 720 Radio: Ahmed Rehab Talks to John Williams about Ground Zero Mosque Controversy and Sarah Palin

Ahmed Rehab discusses misconceptions about Islam and American Muslims, specifically addressing the “Ground Zero Mosque” controversy, and reacts to recent Sarah Palin twitter comments about the issue. Continue reading

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Chicago Public Radio: State Police Revoke Muslim Chaplain’s Appointment

Kifah Mustapha was appointed last December. But a blog pointed out that he had worked for a Muslim charity group, the Holy Land Foundation. Continue reading

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Chicago Public Radio: Rehab and Tabbara talk to Worldview’s Jerome McDonnell

Ahmed Rehab, and Yaser Tabbara, talk to Worldview’s Jerome McDonnell as part of NPR’s week-long series Islamic Reform: Towards a Global Reformation Movement Continue reading

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FOX News: Rehab Talks About Franklin Graham’s Disinvitation from Army Prayer Service

CAIR-Chicago Executive Director, Ahmed Rehab, talks to Fox News’ John Gibson about the Pentagon’s disinvitation of evangelist Franklin Graham  from an army prayer service after pressure from various groups, including CAIR.

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