However, they have taken issue with several aspects of US immigration law and the recent anti-terrorism act. Several have been deported due to minor offences. In the New York race, where the Jewish vote is critical, all principles of decency have been thrown out of the window. All of these factors make this year's elections a turning point. Although Arab Americans have made themselves a factor to be reckoned with, they have a long way to go.
Several statistics are in their favour.
With figures this good, Arab Americans cannot afford to squander their chance to speak with one voice, and be heard.