A lot of you are asking me as an Arab American my thoughts on the #MAGATerrorist freaking out at the airport.

Yes, I laughed numerous times.

But also, understanding what so many friends and families have dealt with since 9/11. (1/3)
You see, my whole life, I have passed as a white guy with an Irish sounding last name.

Yes I heard the occasional camel jockey sand n**r references, but nobody ever thought of me as an Arab.

I passed as white so much , when 9/11 hit and after losing a family member (2/3)
I told people I was middle eastern, they were shocked as if I was telling people I was half man/unicorn. (I am)

The point is, after laughing, I thought about this, and I hope and wish for people like this, they will see and learn what it’s like on the other side. #educate (3/3)
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