Interesting Ideas About Arabs In The US

By Mary Wright


It is one of the countries comprising of various people who come from a number of native countries. They are widely distributed all over the country and occupy major cities and states. In fact, it is believed that Red Indians were the original settlers in the region. As time goes by, they have developed an understanding and have learned to stay with one another. The country comprises of descendants from Africa, Europe, Indians and Arabs in the US.

It is not clear the exact number of Arab Americans but a rough estimate was created. It is believed that the total population in the US comprised of about 1.8 million Arab Americans. This was clearly reflected in the US census bureau during the year 2000. Most experts believe that the number is most likely to double or triple in the next subsequent years. The Arab American institute is responsible for this research and analysis.

Out of the total number of countries distributed all over the world, only 22 countries are considered to be Arabic speaking. It is evident that their political affiliations, religious backgrounds, education backgrounds as well as cultural practices define who they are. That is why it is impossible to tell the exact number of people belonging to the same origin. Even though they are Muslims by nature, a study has indicated that they are converting to Christianity and other denominations.

The most common perception is that they come from primitive backgrounds. Hence they cannot take part in activities related to building the economy. Hopefully, most renowned structural engineers, artists and lawyers belong to Arab American origin. They are able to meet deadlines and work just as hard as ordinary citizens.

The most common perception is that Arabs are native born. However, most of them comprising of about 82%, are US citizens who were born and stay in the US. They are distributed all over ten states of the country. In fact, they are linked to major countries such as Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt and Iraq.

What is more amazing is that Arabs living in the US have benefited from numerous education schemes. By the time they have reached puberty, most of them shall have attained their high school diplomas. In addition, they shall have Bachelors or Post graduate degree which makes up 45% of the total adults. Only 12% are found in kindergartens while the rest are considered either too young to attend school or have refused to go to school completely.

Just like other competent Americans, they have not been left out when it comes to landing jobs. They are specialized in administrative, secretarial, managerial and other related fields. An average Arab American makes earnings of about $56,331. In fact, only 12% are civil servants while 85% work in the private sectors. The rest are single mothers who are jobless.

Several stories have been made up on Arab Americans as they are labeled as terrorists. This is because their native countries face civil wars. However, most of them should not be accused falsely for crimes they did not commit. This serves to show different facts on this community.




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