Owda has been at the forefront of reporting from Gaza since Israel launched its assault on the territory last October, bringing the stories of Palestinians to a global audience amidst 11 months of war and devastation.
Bisan's reporting has humanised the Palestinian story after decades of mainstream media's systematic dehumanisation of Palestinians. Winning this Emmy is a win for humanity.
The letter alleged Owda was affiliated with the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), which she has denied. The PFLP is a left-wing Palestinian political movement.
Adam Sharp, the president and chief executive of NATAS, defended the nomination, saying that two panels, including experienced journalists, had made the decision and that the academy had not found any evidence that Owda was affiliated with the PFLP.
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