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'JD, habibi.' Arabs celebrate El-Sayed's use of a term of affection in his victory speech
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- "Habibi" literally translates to "my beloved" and is peppered through Arab pop songs.
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Nov 5, 2026 · Updated 11/6/2026, 12:57:07 AM · Reported with: PBS NewsHour
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