Aber Kawas becomes first Palestinian-American elected to New York State Senate, defeats Republican Han-Khon To
Aber Kawas has won a seat in the New York State Senate, becoming the first hijab-wearing Palestinian–American woman elected to the state legislature, according to reports and election results. Aber Kawas defeated Republican Han-Khon To to win New York’s 12th Senate District, becoming the first hijab-wearing Palestinian American woman elected to the state legislature. (Bloomberg) … Read more