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Mohammed Abunahel on Muck Rack

Mohammed Abunahel

(He/Him)
United States
Covers:  I write about the Palestinian national struggle and advocate against U.S. foreign military bases to resist military dominance.
Researcher @WorldBEYONDWar Palestinian journalist, writer Anti-war, decolonization advocate Focus: Palestinian struggle, Middle East issues, US foreign policy

Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

Researcher and writer

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Being a journalist entails reporting unbiased, accurate information to inform the public, acting as a watchdog for accountability, and upholding ethical standards in storytelling.

What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?

All seem important as they have been used to discuss an issue.

Why did you become a journalist?

I was inspired by one of my best friends, who is a well-known journalist.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

No

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

About the U.S. bases

When's the best time to pitch you?

Anytime seems fine

What's the worst pitch you ever got?

"It was about climate change, which is not my area of writing.

What's your favorite drink?

Coffee

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Related to Palestine

What's the most common misperception about your beat?

Not sure about it yet.

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