Representation

Bio Anwar Nusseibeh

A prominent politician and lawyer from a notable Jerusalem family who served his city under three occupiers

Bio Faisal al-Husseini

A leader, activist, and diplomat affectionately referred to by his community as the Lion of Jerusalem 

Feature Story After Months of War, Jerusalem’s Municipal Elections Leave Palestinian Residents Indifferent

When Jerusalem goes to the polls this week, Palestinians will likely stay home.

Graphic Palestinian National Elections 1996–Present

A visual summary of the Palestinian national elections held since 1996

Photo Jerusalem Municipality Staff, 1934

A glimpse back into days when all of Jerusalem’s population had electoral representation 

Bio Musa Kazim al-Husseini

Musa Kazim al-Husseini, the “undisputed leader of the Palestinian Arabs,” held important political positions in Jerusalem until his death at age 81

Blog Post Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem Plugs New Plan to Reduce the Number of Non-Jews in the Country

“The idea is to encourage non-Jews to relocate outside the borders of our country.”

Graphic Unrepresented

Who represents Palestinians in Jerusalem?