Orange County, California, is home to one of the largest Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) communities in the United States. The MENA community has emerged as one of the most critical voting blocs in the country but also one of the most understudied. Current political data may need to be clarified for individuals’ identities based solely on their name, …
The Arab American Civic Council (AACC) has released the results of its Community History and Needs Survey. The AACC surveyed business owners, residents, frequent visitors, and community leaders between December 2021 to April 2022. It consisted of seventeen (17) oral interviews and eighteen (18) online survey responses. The survey asked participants to define the meaning of Little Arabia in their …
The Issue: The Designation of Little Arabia has been ignored because of former Mayor Harry Sidhu’s corruptive practices. After the recent allegations of corruption stemming from former Mayor Harry Sidhu, Arab American voters, residents, and workers in Anaheim wish to voice their disapproval. Former Mayor Harry Sidhu has tried to split the Arab community by bullying leading community figures. Sidhu …
Arab Americans visually contribute to the economic and cultural fabric of Southern California, but remain “invisible” to the government.
Anaheim City Hall, 10/26/2021 Approximately fifty people congregated at Anaheim’s City Hall, urging the Council to agendize the Designation of Little Arabia. The speakers came from diverse backgrounds, with many of Anaheim’s non-Arab residents advocating for their Arab neighbors and sharing their experiences with the community. The Council heard the prospects of economic benefits, the importance of cultural enclaves, and …
