Who Are Arab Americans?

Learn about the shared heritage of Arab Americans and their journeys to the United States.
 
 
Explore more about Arab Americans

Popular Perceptions

Read several opinion polls and remarks by media pundits about Arabs and Arab Americans.
 
Read more about these perceptions

Why The Stereotypes?

Follow the progression of Arab and Arab American stereotypes through real-world examples.
 
Learn to recognize the stereotypes

Welcoming Remarks

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From Our Blog

Lexi Alexander--Fighting against Arab Stereotypes in Hollywood
In 2020 we were fortunate to receive a donation of a piece of Hollywood history from director and proud Arab American Lexi Alexander. She sent us the clapperboard for the 2007 film The Punisher...
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Terrorists and Tyrants
A new report on MENA (Middle East and North African) people in Hollywood shows that MENA characters in prime-time television shows are almost always portrayed in the context of terrorism. The group...
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