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Abbas Alawieh

Co-founder of the "Uncommitted" movement, advocating for Palestinian rights and protesting the war in Gaza.

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22 snips
Oct 13, 2024 • 56min

843: A Little Bit of Power

Abbas Alawieh, a leader in the Uncommitted movement advocating for Arab American voters, discusses the challenges of wielding political power when marginalized. Joined by Ben Terris, a political reporter, and producer Zoe Chace, they explore the significance of uncommitted votes as a form of protest against Biden's policies. The conversation delves into organizing community voices during a tense time at the DNC, highlighting frustrations about representation and the urgent need for political engagement among marginalized voters.
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Nov 4, 2024 • 25min

A Polling Surprise Feat. Nate Silver

Nate Silver, a renowned polling expert and author of the 'Silver Bulletin,' joins to dissect recent polling trends ahead of Election Day. He highlights how polls serve as a tool, not a prediction. Abbas Alawieh, co-founder of the 'Uncommitted' movement, shares insights on the activist sentiment influencing voter turnout, particularly regarding Palestinian rights. Josie Duffy Rice discusses pressing election lawsuits and what they mean for voting access in Georgia, underscoring the challenges in getting voters to the polls amidst misinformation.
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Sep 9, 2024 • 60min

[UNLOCKED] The Uncommitted Movement (w/ Waleed Shahid & Abbas Alawieh)

Waleed Shahid, a key organizer of the Uncommitted Movement, joins fellow activist Abbas Alawieh, an Arab-American DNC delegate from Michigan, to discuss recent political shifts within the Democratic Party. They explore the Uncommitted Movement’s grassroots strategies for pro-peace initiatives and the challenges faced by Palestinian-American advocates. Shahid and Alawieh reflect on their community’s disillusionment with party leadership, the significance of their demands at the DNC, and the pressing need for change to align with the pro-ceasefire sentiments of their constituents.