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NYC first lady Rama Duwaji’s artwork sparks backlash, raises questions for Mayor Zohran Mamdani

New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces political backlash over artwork by his wife, First Lady Rama Duwaji, published alongside an essay by Susan Abulhawa. Abulhawa's controversial statements about Israel and Hamas have drawn criticism, prompting Mamdani to condemn her rhetoric. The incident raises questions about vetting processes and Duwaji's…

The Times of India · Mar 23

Adelaide Writers’ Week: rare moments of empathy and nuance found amid a storm of controversy

After a contentious lead-up, this year’s literary festival was packed with audiences ready to speak their minds, but also willing to listen

The Guardian - AU · Mar 11, 2023

Susan Abulhawa calls for more open debate on Ukraine conflict ahead of Writers' Week talk

In a sometimes heated interview ahead of her appearance at Adelaide Writers' Week, Susan Abulhawa condemned the Russian president for committing "horrible crimes", but repeated criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

ABC News · Mar 7, 2023

Adelaide Festival sponsor pulls support over Palestinian authors at Writers' Week

A row over the scheduled appearance of authors at Adelaide Writers' Week has deepened, with a major sponsor withdrawing its public support for this year's event.

ABC News · Feb 21, 2023

Are calls to cancel two Palestinian writers from Adelaide Writers' Week justified?

The organisers of the 2023 Adelaide Writers’ Week, which starts on March 4, are under pressure to withdraw invitations to two Palestinian writers: one for her views about Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and the other for his views on Israel and Zionism.

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2023

Adelaide Writers' Week defends scheduling author who is critical of Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Adelaide Writers' Week defends a decision to schedule an author who has been vocal against Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying the event is about debating different views.

ABC News · Feb 16, 2023