Michigan elected officials comment on The Arab American News’ silver anniversary:

On behalf of the citizens of Wayne County, I would like to congratulate The Arab American News on celebrating 25 years of publication. Your commitment to the cultural, educational and political empowerment of this community has been a hallmark of your success and effectiveness.

Your ongoing efforts to promote a strong, sound voice for Arab Americans is a source of great pride to the community and further supports our mission to ensure the well-being of Wayne County residents.

Robert A. Ficano, Wayne County Executive

It is an honor and a privilege to recognize the foremost journalistic voice on behalf of the Arab American community is in my district. For 25 years, The Arab American News has provided an outlet for an alternative perspective on issues as diverse as race-relations and foreign policy.

Metro-Detroit’s Arab Americans and non-Arabs alike can turn to The Arab American News for a fresh, local perspective on the issues that face our region and our nation abroad. It is my hope that the community will continue to benefit from the strong voice and excellent source of vital information.

On the 25th anniversary of the founding of this great newspaper, I would like to congratulate my friend Osama Siblani and his staff for a job well done.

Irma Clark-Coleman, State Senator, 3rd District

The Arab American News is a sought-after source for a broad base of information that affects people in our community. We rely on TAAN to cover news about the City of Dearborn to help our residents understand important issues and to give them the facts about city services, policies and programs. Reaching this 25 year milestone is a testament to its effectiveness and relevance, as well as its admirable ability to adapt as news delivery has changed so dramatically. I congratulate TAAN on this Silver Anniversary and wish you continued success in all of your endeavors.

John B. O’Reilly, Jr., Mayor of Dearborn

I look forward to each issue. The paper is a quality newspaper that keeps me informed of what is happening in the Dearborn Heights-Dearborn area. Thank you for all that you do and keep up the good work!

Dan Paletko, Mayor of Dearborn Heights

As an Arab American elected official… I know how important and critical it is to have The Arab American News address our views and concerns. I commend Mr. Siblani and the staff for their hard work and congratulate them for their 25th anniversary serving our community. Keep up the good work.

Dr. A.K. Algazali, City Councilman, Mayoral candidate, Hamtramck

Congratulaitons on celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Arab American News. I imagine when you started the paper so long ago, you never realized how popular it would become. You have done an excellent job providing important news pertaining to Arab Americans in our area. We are proud and fortunate to have you and your paper as part of our business community.

Nancy A. Hubbard, City Council President Pro Tem, Dearborn

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate The Arab American News upon the celebration of its 25th anniversary. You can surely be proud of the newspaper’s success throughout the years of providing excellent service to the Dearborn community. I would again like to extend my sincere congratulations to all the staff members for their hard work and effort and the achievements they have displayed during the years.

Thomas Tafelski, City Council President, Dearborn

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate The Arab American News upon the celebration of its 25th anniversary. I commend the staff members for their hard work and effort that they have displayed throughout the 25 years of service with the news agency.

I was there and remember when you took the bold step of opening an Arab American newspaper to provide news coverage to the community. Both you [Publisher Osama Siblani] and The Arab American News have played a significant role in shaping the issues and making our community relevant in the political arena.

Again, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations and wish you many more years of success. I am proud to have such a prominent business establishment as part of our city.

Suzanne Sareini, City Councilwoman, Dearborn

The Arab American News is an important part of our Dearborn community and the Arab American community throughout North America.

It’s an asset and a jewel to have in our hometown. I wish The Arab American News family a prosperous next 25 years and more than that.

Robert Abraham, City Councilman, Dearborn

It is rare when a newspaper consistently prints articles that are honest, straightforward and factual in the same weekly edition. It is even more exceptional that they can accomplish this feat every week in a given year. The fact that The Arab American News has been doing just that every week for the past 25 years is not only newsworthy in itself, it is extraordinary.

I am very proud to live and govern in a community where a city newspaper commands respect from not only its subscribers, but from the community at-large that includes city government business, civic organizations and the school system.

Congratulations to The Arab American News for 25 years of consistently “getting the story right.” Your newspaper is the one that residents turn to when the truth of the matter is all that matters. Well done. Best wishes for your next 25 years!

George Darany, City Councilman, Dearborn

Mabrouk! Osama Siblani and The Arab American News should serve as an inspiration to us all. This newspaper and its publisher are proof that the American Dream is possible; not just because of his success, but because of his determination and tenacity. Twenty-five years of reporting the news, educating the community and telling the stories of those without a voice has left an indelible mark on all of us. I wish you another great twenty-five years to come.

Aimee Blackburn, Vice President, Dearborn Board of Education