C.A.M.E.O. has one central purpose, to appraise candidates running for Public Office, that will offer political support to those who are best prepared to respond to our concerns. C.A.M.E.O. accepts the diversity of religious and political philosophies and beliefs of its membership. C.A.M.E.O. membership means a commitment to local political action that will enhance the voting strength and amplify the profile of the Arab American community in Northeastern Ohio.
CAMEO celebrated their 55th anniversary as well as Arab American Heritage Month at a gala event.
After a cocktail and social hour the audience was welcomed by Sue Durichko, Parma Hts. Councilwoman and CAMEO Ambassador, who served as Mistress of Ceremonies. The event began with the National Anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mistress of Ceremonies Sue Durichko
National Anthem
Pledge of Allegiance
After her welcoming remarks and then introduced Father Patrick Kassab, Pastor of St. Maron Catholic Church, and Imam Ramez Islambouli, Professor of Islamic Studies at Case Western Reserve University, for the invocations.
Father Patrick Kassab
Imam Ramez Islambouli
Watch a video of the welcome and invocations.
Next was a delicious Middle Eastern dinner prepared by Eastern Gate Catering
After dinner, Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Christopher Woodworth swore in the new CAMEO board members.
Judge Christopher Woodworth
CAMEO Board Members
CAMEO Board Members
Judge Christopher Woodworth with his bailiff and Pierre and Mary Bejjani
Watch the video of the Oath of Office swearing in.
Proclamations were given to CAMEO and the board members from Cuyahoga County Council President Dale Miller and District 1 councilman Patrick Kelly and County Executive Chris Ronayne.
CAMEO Board members with proclamations from Dale Miller, Patrick Kelly and Chris Ronayne
CAMEO Board members with proclamation from Ohio Senator Nickie Antonio
CAMEO Board members with proclamation from Lakewood
CAMEO Board members with proclamation from the state of Ohio
CAMEO Board members with more proclamations
CAMEO President Pierre Bejjani gave his remarks and told of the size and accomplishment of the Arab American community in Northeast Ohio and beyond.
CAMEO President Pierre Bejjani
Watch the video of Pierre Bejjani's remarks.
Then a group of men performed a traditional Dabke Dance and then the audience joined in and the dance floor was full.
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