Zohran Mamdani declares historic victory in New York City mayoral primary after Cuomo concedes
Zohran Mamdani after declaring victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. Photograph: Julius Constantine Motal/The GuardianZohran Mamdani appeared to have cleared the first hurdle on his path to becoming New York’s first Muslim mayor,...
The new Jewish international: taking back the power of definition
MEMBERS OF THE INTERNATIONAL JEWISH COLLECTIVE FOR JUSTICE IN PALESTINE PARTICIPATE IN THE JEWISH BLOC OF THE “NATIONAL DEMONSTRATION FOR GAZA: END THE GENOCIDE, STOP ARMING ISRAEL” IN LONDON, ON JUNE 8, 2024.Four years ago, a dozen or so Jewish justice...
Riverwest’s ‘Shawarma King’ serves up a royal hospitality
Photos by Kamal Moon Yazan Al-Rifai, owner of Shawarma King on Center St. in Milwaukee found his calling in the restaurant industry. Shawarma King serves authentic Middle Eastern cuisine from the heart of the Riverwest neighborhood. Situated at 2713 N...
Eid-ul-Adha: Teaching Our Children about the Essence of Devotion
In the rich tapestry of Islamic tradition, the story of Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham), peace be upon him, willingness to sacrifice his son stands as a profound testament to unwavering faith and ultimate devotion to Allah. This narrative, commemorated...
‘Their message is, The Empire Strikes Back’: Breaking down AIPAC’s role in the 2024 election
REP. JAMAAL BOWMAN (L) AND CHALLENGER GEORGE LATIMER, WESTCHESTER COUNTY EXECUTIVE, FACE OFF IN DEBATE ON MAY 13, 2024. SCREENSHOT. A new poll from Emerson College Polling/PIX11/The Hill shows that New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman could be in trouble later this...
India’s election gives hope, Wisconsin Muslims say
Photo by Manish Swarup/Associated PressNarendra Modi, sworn in on Sunday for a third term as India’s prime minister, lost his parliamentary majority in the election.Narendra Modi, whose campaign was filled with anti-Muslim rhetoric, was sworn in Sunday for...
Exclusive: NAACP asks Biden to halt weapons to Israel as he seeks to shore up Black voter support
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks with President and CEO of NAACP Derrick Johnson at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, U.S. May 17, 2024. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo The NAACP urged President Joe Biden on Thursday...
Mask Off Maersk: Demand logistics giant Maersk cut ties with genocide
(IMAGE: PALESTINIAN YOUTH MOVEMENT)Today, the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM) announced the new transnational arms embargo campaign, ‘Mask Off Maersk’, targeting Maersk, the world’s largest integrated logistics and shipping company. Organisers aim to end...
Are Wisconsin’s Anti-BDS Laws Anti-First Amendment?
Photo by Kamal MoonBDS supporters fly Palestinian flags outside a Starbucks during a march in Madison, Wisconsin after the company sued its workers' union for publicly supporting Palestine.It is no secret that the BDS Movement is constantly under attack by...
Listen to Wisconsin Organizers Call on the WI Democratic Party to Uphold “Uninstructed” Voter Demands, Ceasefire Resolution at State Party Convention
Protestors gather outside Milwaukee City Hall for a press conference.Listen to Wisconsin Organizers Call on the WI Democratic Party to Uphold “Uninstructed” Voter Demands, Ceasefire Resolution at State Party ConventionDespite widespread support, party...
