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Posted on Wednesday July 28, 2004

Arab Americans Bring Their Culture, Concerns to the Forefront at Party Conventions
The Arab American Institute (AAI) and Foundation (AAIF) continued its historic role as the leader in Arab American political empowerment with a strong showing at the 2004 political conventions. Cultural tribute events were held at both the Democratic convention in Boston and the Republican convention in New York. The events were attended by almost 2,000 delegates, party officials, journalists, and local community members.
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Arab American Delegates Represent Community Concerns at DNC Convention
Forty-three Arab American delegates from 25 states were in Boston to represent their home states and the Arab American community at the DNC Convention. A recent poll of Arab American voters in the battleground states of Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida reveals that while issues which concern all Americans (economy, health care, education) top the list for Arab Americans, foreign policy and civil liberties concerns ranks significantly high as well.

‘Alienated’ Arab Americans Flock to Kerry Campaign
The Washington Times, July 28, 2004

Civil Liberties: Pollsters, Legislators, ACLU Rally Against Anti-Terrorism Law
by Drew Clark, National Journal “Technology Daily,” July 27, 2004

Arab Americans at the 2004 Conventions
by James Zogby, Washington Watch, July 19, 2004