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Connie Rice on Abdul El Sayed

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Abdul El Sayed
Black Voters
civil rights
connie rice
Democratic Party Machine
Electoral Strategy
mpac
muslim public affairs council
Political Coalition
salam al-marayati
The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati
On August 11, 2026 By MPAC
In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati and civil rights attorney Connie Rice unpack the coalition dynamics between Arab American progressive candidates and Black voters. Reflecting on political campaigns like Abdul El-Sayed's, Connie Rice explains why highly educated progressive platforms often miss working-class Black constituencies. She outlines how political outsiders must approach trusted community leaders with humility, respect historical struggles, and present a clear, actionable agenda to bridge political divides. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description! Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Sen. Bill Cassidy Condemns GOP Anti-Muslim Rhetoric After Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan Primary Win

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On August 10, 2026 By MPAC
Following Abdul El-Sayed’s Democratic primary victory in Michigan, a number of Republican members of Congress have responded with anti-Muslim rhetoric and attacks targeting American Muslim communities. Elected officials have a responsibility to uphold democratic norms and reject rhetoric that marginalizes Americans based on their faith or background. Political disagreement cannot become an excuse for collective targeting or religious bigotry. We thank Senator Bill Cassidy for condemning this clearly anti-Muslim rhetoric and affirming an important truth that American Muslims are an integral part of our communities and our country. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Fact-Checking Elon Musk

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economist
elon musk
human rights
Immigration Research
media bias
mpac
muslim public affairs council
Northwestern Study
salam al-marayati
Stanford Study
The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati
Western Values
On July 30, 2026 By MPAC
In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati directly addresses Elon Musk's recent comments regarding Muslims, media bias, and immigration. Citing a landmark 150-year study by Stanford and Northwestern using U.S. Census data, Salam points out that immigrants are actually 60% less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens. Salam also calls out the hypocrisy of lecturing communities on "Western values" while turning a blind eye to human rights abuses globally. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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MPAC Shares Community Advisory on DHS Nonprofit Security Grant Program

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On July 30, 2026 By MPAC
In this video, Sameer Hossain, MPAC's Managing Director, breaks down the findings of MPAC's new report on the Department of Homeland Security's Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) by answering three critical questions: Why does this report matter? What is MPAC doing to help secure our communities? And what can American Muslims do to make a difference? As threats against American Muslim communities continue to rise, Sameer explains why equitable access to security funding is essential, how MPAC is advocating for greater transparency and fairness in the program, and the practical steps Muslim communities can take to strengthen security, stay informed, and advocate for policies that protect every house of worship. Every community deserves to worship safely. Learn more and read the full report at mpac.org/cstp. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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MPAC Shares Data on Rising Anti-Muslim Hate and Barriers in DHS NonProfit Security Program

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On July 30, 2026 By MPAC
In this video, Khuram Zaman, Founding Director of MPAC's Center for Security, Technology & Policy (CSTP), discusses the rise in anti-Muslim hate in the United States and abroad, why these threats require a stronger federal response, and how the Department of Homeland Security can better protect vulnerable communities, especially religious minority groups. CSTP was established to collect and analyze critical data, monitor threats targeting American Muslims, and provide timely security insights. Through research, advocacy, and direct engagement with Congress, federal agencies, mosques, and community organizations, MPAC is working to ensure our communities have the information, resources, and protections they need to stay safe. Every community deserves to worship safely. Learn more and read the full report at mpac.org/cstp. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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MPAC Releases Critical Report on DHS Nonprofit Security Grant Program

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On July 30, 2026 By MPAC
The Department of Homeland Security's Nonprofit Security Grant Program was created to help protect vulnerable houses of worship, but is it doing so equitably? Dr. Sarah Mohamed breaks down her latest research at MPAC's Center for Security, Technology, and Policy, which analyzed more than $850 million in federal security grants and found that Muslim institutions received just 3.8% of the funding despite rising threats against American Muslim communities. Watch to learn why MPAC is calling for a fair, transparent security grant process that protects every faith community. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Leaked Video Exposes Senator Gloating Over War

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foreign policy
Lindsey Graham
Lindsey Graham leaked video
middle east
mpac
muslim public affairs council
salam al-marayati
The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati
US Constitution
Wall Street Journal
War Powers
On July 29, 2026 By MPAC
In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, Salam Al-Marayati reacts to leaked Wall Street Journal footage of Senator Lindsey Graham celebrating military strikes in Iran. Salam calls out the callous posturing of Washington politicians and addresses the underlying constitutional crisis: only Congress holds the power to declare war under the U.S. Constitution. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description! FOOTAGE CREDIT & FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Leaked Lindsey Graham Footage: Courtesy of The Wall Street Journal Usage: Featured under Fair Use for commentary, critique, news reporting, and educational purposes. All rights and copyrights belong to the original owner.
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