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Airport checks heighten fears of Arab passengers post 9 11
Arab looking travelers endure interrogations and body searches as security anxiety rises after September 11. Lebanese immigrant Ama Saffari trims appearances and joins United’s Red Carpet Club to dodge stigma while editor Nidal Ibrahim seeks back‑of‑plane seating. Syrian Hassana Mardam Bey reports extra questions tied to passport, and Kazandra Bonner notes frequent random checks and odd explanations for screenings.
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Ama Saffari
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West Ohio
Michigan
Nidal Ibrahim
Fligh
Ibrahim
West Bank
Mardam Bey
Kazandra Bonner
Bonner
Peru