america

President Biden’s Withdrawal: A Turning Point for American Democracy and the Democratic Party

Statements
america
democracy
election
National Security
Palestine
On July 21, 2024 By MPAC
Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | July 21, 2024 — President Biden’s decision to end his campaign for re-election is a testament to the resilience of American democracy. Despite its flaws, our political system continues to ensure that the will of the people is heard. As the Democratic Party pivots to…
Read more

National American Muslim Policy Conference: Closing Remarks

Videos
america
american muslims
democracy
muslims
Pluralism
On June 10, 2022 By MPAC
MPAC co-hosted the inaugural National American Muslim Policy Conference which brought together elected officials, experts, and leaders from across the nation to discuss our community's policy priorities and needs. We are proud to have worked alongside American Muslim Health Professionals, Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition, and Emgage Action as part of the Community Collaborative Initiative. Closing Remarks by MPAC Board member, Mohamed Abdel Kader. The Community Collaborative Initiative, a community-based action research project hosted by Indiana University's Lilly School of Philanthropy, we cordially invite you to participate in the inaugural National American Muslim Policy Conference. ---------- 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.
Read more

Rep. Rashida Tlaib to keynote MPAC Convention

Videos
america
convention
mpac
muslim
muslim politicians
muslim public affairs council
politics
rashida
rashida tlaib
Squad
On November 20, 2019 By MPAC
As an attorney, a politician, and a working-class advocate, Rashida knows that progress requires an all-out approach, fighting in the community and in the legislature every day against injustice and inequality, so that every single person in this country has a chance to thrive. Learn more at mpac.org/convention.
Read more

Happy birthday America

Videos
4th of july
america
american independence
american muslims
birthday
fireworks
independence
independence day
july 4
mpac
muslim public affairs council
muslims
On July 4, 2019 By MPAC
Happy birthday, America! Today, as we celebrate our country's independence with family, friends, and food, we must take a moment to reflect on the diverse hands that shaped the America we see today. ---------- 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
Read more

Should the U.S. go to war with Iran?

Videos
america
drone
iran
trump
U.S.
united states
us iran war
war
war with iran
On June 28, 2019 By MPAC
The Trump administration’s desire to go to war with Iran circumvents constitutional authority, and threatens the United States’ aspiration as a harbinger of global peace and security. As Americans, we should be outraged by the actions of the Trump Administration. Hear from MPAC co-founder and President, Salam Al-Marayati, on why a war with Iran will not make our world safer. It will produce the opposite, perhaps even trigger a third world war. Take action - tell your member of Congress that a decision to go to war should come from Congress, and not rest solely on the President: mpac.org/noiranwar #NoWarWithIran
Read more

The power of change | 2019 #MPAC #EmpoweringVoices Awards

Videos
advocacy
america
change
freedom
freedom of religion
government
inspiration
inspire
justice
Policy
social justice
On June 25, 2019 By MPAC
MPAC President, #Salam AlMarayati speaks on how incremental change can have a big impact on our future and encourages everyone to stand up for their principles defending freedoms. Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Empowering Voices Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2X49iwD ---------- 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.
Read more

Honoring Eric Treene | 2019 #MPAC #EmpoweringVoices Awards

Videos
advocacy
america
american
criminal justice
equality
government
justice
liberty
On June 25, 2019 By MPAC
Special Counsel for Religious Discrimination at the Department of Justice #EricTreene, shares the driving force that has informed his work and the importance of fighting for our principles. Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Empowering Voices Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2X49iwD ---------- 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.
Read more