I was a teenager when 9/11 happened. And I really was uncomfortable with many members of our community feeling like they had to strip themselves of their identity in order to mitigate the violence and the fears that they were feeling. — 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
