Education and Residence
A Syrian businessman who moved to the United States in 1984 with the purpose of studying and beginning a career in the media sector.
Media Career
- Founded an Arab-American newspaper in Anaheim County, California.
- Established the first Arabic-language radio station in 1992.
- Launched the first Arabic television channel in the United States in 2000.
- Currently hosts a talk show featuring prominent Arab and American figures.
Business and Activities
- A successful entrepreneur in the fields of mortgage lending, insurance, and construction contracting.
- Former president of the Syrian-American Club and served as its Public Relations Director.
- Member of the Arab-American Council, focused on youth affairs.
- Took part in organizing the “Arab-American Day Festival,” which gathers between 150,000 and 200,000 participants, including politicians and activists.
Political Life
- Began his political career in the Republican Party.
- Left the Republican Party due to its hostile positions toward Arabs and Muslims and its bias toward Israel.
- Joined the Democratic Party at the invitation of its chairman and was warmly welcomed.
- Ran in the most recent municipal elections; although he did not win, he affirmed his determination to run again in the next term.
