Ilhan Omar Biography
Ilhan Abdullahi Omar is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Minnesota's 5th congressional district.
Omar was born on October 4, 1981, in Mogadishu, Somalia.
“Growing up in Somalia, and coming to America as a refugee made me understand the value of community and resilience.”
Omar moved to the United States with her family at the age of 12 and grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Omar was a community organizer before entering politics.
- She was elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2016.
- Omar became the first Somali-American to be elected to Congress in 2018.
Omar's policy priorities include addressing economic inequality, improving access to healthcare, and reforming the immigration system.
She is a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and has been a vocal critic of President Donald Trump's policies.
Author's summary: Ilhan Omar's remarkable journey from refugee to U.S. Representative is a testament to the American dream and the power of community and resilience.
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