This country gave us hope. This country allowed for us to develop our own identity and to create our own home. And we should not look down on the next person that is trying to do that. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
I have been very fortunate to have a partner who really stepped up and have wonderful children who do a lot of things that… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
In just my own neighborhood, you can't go one block without seeing a sign that says, you know, 'Everyone's welcome here,' 'Refugees are welcome… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
Hope will be found by understanding that diversity is the essence of the American Dream and why we need each other to fulfill it. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I think we forget that, for a really long time, this country has been a place that has welcomed many refugees who have made… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
Here in Minnesota, we don't only welcome immigrants; we send them to Washington. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I'm not easily scared; from the age of 8, I learned what it means to have everything you know taken away and what it… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
“The more we listen to and learn from those with different backgrounds and present circumstances from our own, the more we can find connections… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I believe in the ideals of America, in liberty, justice, and the pursuit of happiness. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
This country gave us hope. This country allowed for us to develop our own identity and to create our own home. And we should… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I had a lot of challenges starting school, and my dad says I would come home every day crying and feeling bad about the… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I think a big part of my faith teachings is to work together towards equality: that we're all created equal, and under the eyes… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
If we are not actively fighting against regressive ideologies, we are contributing to making them grow. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
We have people who will take votes that they can't defend. They'll say they stand for a policy, but when it comes to vote… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
I come from people who dreamed of a free democratic system. I believe so strongly in the process and equal access. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
We can walk and chew gum at the same time. Yes, the American people want us to legislate, they want us to insist on… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share
