In today’s episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are honored to feature Dr. @abdulhadirabab, a distinguished Palestinian scholar, activist, and educator, as we highlight her powerful work advocating for Palestinian and Arab diasporas, particularly in the areas of race, gender, and colonialism.
Dr. Abdulhadi is the founding director of the Arab and Muslim Ethnicities and Diasporas Studies program at San Francisco State University, where she also holds the position of Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies.
An influential voice in both academia and activism, Dr. Abdulhadi has authored numerous publications and is a strong critic of U.S. foreign policy and its effects on the Middle East, while actively working to decolonize academic spaces.
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Episode Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Dr. Rabab reflects on her experiences living under Israeli occupation in Palestine
16:39 - Dr. Rabab discusses why she believes King Abdullah of Jordan betrayed the Palestinian cause
20:25 - A historical overview of Egypt's late president, Jamal Abdel Nasser
36:48 - Dr. Rabab talks about the profound influence of her aunt on her life
49:17 - Dr. Rabab critiques Kamala Harris' 'colonial feminism' and her unfulfilled promises
59:39 - Dr. Rabab shares her personal experiences with attacks and cancellations over her pro-Palestinian work
01:15:18 - Dr. Rabab discusses the role of religion in the Palestinian struggle
01:19:36 - Dr. Rabab’s message to the Palestinian diaspora
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