The Inconvenience of the Arab American Identity with Najla Said - Part 2

We’re back with the second half of our conversation with Najla. Najla shares her experience navigating her identity in the theater and entertainment industries. We talk about racism, white supremacy, and propaganda and a concept called PEP — Progressive Except Palestine. The past almost year has been one of shattered illusions, loss, and grief. Najla and I connect on the feeling of not knowing who to trust anymore but that of those we do trust, in Najla’s words: We trust so hard. I believe this is what it means to find your people and to build community. Najla, with a Palestinian father and a Lebanese mother, is the embodiment of resilience, resistance, and hope for peace. It is an honor to be able to share some of her stories here, and if you’re in NYC, keep an eye on her upcoming performances. The Mulberry Tree — Oct 10-20, 2024 Imperfect Allies - Sept 30, 2024 Najla’s book - Looking for Palestine Najla’s IG Leah’s IG