Some suggest that, as a woman, I meddle in political affairs and need to be 'put in my place.' — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
We need to be constantly reminded that this is a representative democracy, and we need to be in tune to what people… — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
We need to recognize that racism has never been subtle, though it has gone underreported. — 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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
Here in Minnesota, we don't only welcome immigrants; we send them to Washington. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
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 Image
“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 Image
I believe in the ideals of America, in liberty, justice, and the pursuit of happiness. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
If we are not actively fighting against regressive ideologies, we are contributing to making them grow. — Ilhan Omar Copy Share Image
