Anti-Arab Racism in the USA: Where it Comes From and What it Means for Politics Today

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Pluto Press, 7 apr 2006 - 252 pagina's
Today is a difficult time to be both Arab and American. Since 9/11 there has been a lot of criticism of America's involvement in the middle east. Yet there has been little analysis of how America treats citizens of Arab or middle eastern origin within its own borders. Steven Salaita explores the reality of Anti-Arab racism in America. He blends personal narrative, theory and polemics to show how this deep-rooted racism affects everything from legislation to cultural life, shining a light on the consequences of Anti-Arab racism both at home and abroad.Uniquely, the book shows how ingrained racist attitudes can be found within the progressive movements on the political left, as well as the right. Salaita argues that, under the guise of patriotism, Anti-Arab racism fuels support for policies such as the Patriot Act. Salaita breaks down the facade of Anti-Arab racism with an insightful analysis, arguing for the urgency of a commitment to openness and inclusion in today's political climate.

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The Perilous World of Savages and Barbarians
30
Is Zionism Racism?
133
Why God Hates Me
166
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Steven Salaita is Assistant Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He is the author of Anti-Arab Racism in the USA (Pluto, 2006), and writes frequently about Arab America and the Arab World.

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