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CBC NEWS: Michigan couple credits Rashida Tlaib, Arab American Civil Rights League for Gaza escape
FOX 2 NEWS: Dearborn community leaders push back on Wall Street Journal piece calling it the 'Jihad Capital' (fox2detroit.com)
The Arab American Civil Rights League (ACRL) called a press conference on February 5, 2024, in response to The Wall Street Journal’s Islamophobic article targeting Dearborn. The article caused distress within the community, which includes many war veterans. ACRL, alongside community leaders and law enforcement, categorically rejected the divisive rhetoric and emphasized unity and inclusivity. The conference aimed to defend the community’s safety and unity against misinformation. Media coverage of the event was encouraged to collectively reject hate speech and ensure the well-being of the Dearborn community.
ACRL Sues Over Trump's Immigration Order: Protecting Green Card Holders
The Arab-American Civil Rights League (ACRL), has taken legal action on behalf of U.S. green-card holders in response to President Donald Trump’s executive order temporarily banning refugees and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries. Filed in Detroit’s U.S. District Court, the lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the executive action, asserting that it unfairly targets immigrant communities.
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Community leaders call on The Wall Street Journal to retract controversial opinion piece about Dearborn
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ACRL Takes Action Against Discrimination at Walmart
The Arab American Civil Rights League (ACRL) has filed a formal complaint against Walmart for allegations of discrimination and harassment. According to reports, a woman employed at the Dearborn Walmart alleges that a manager subjected her to derogatory remarks and harassment due to her Arab ethnicity.
The complaint, lodged by ACRL on behalf of the woman, highlights the unacceptable behavior reportedly experienced in the workplace. Such incidents undermine the principles of equality and respect, and ACRL is committed to addressing them through legal avenues to ensure justice and fair treatment for all individuals, regardless of their background.