Bernie: The Podcast | Episode 7 - Rep. Ilhan Omar

I spoke with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar about her personal story, living through war as a child, how it informed her outlook on the world and how we can create a more humane world. We also discussed our work together to make school meals universal and cancel all student debt and what keeps us up at night.

[robertart]

Empathy for poor struggling people? What a novelty! Love you, Senator Sanders and Representative Omar.

[richardhedd]

Thank you for having Ilhan on your podcast. She makes me proud to be a Minnesotan.

[michaelyerushalmi]

This is such a great idea to help promote progressives in government. Love to see Bernie interacting with other progressives as well. Great job to Bernie and his team!

[patrarus]

Bravo! I am so impressed with Congresswoman Omar! I had no idea of her background. Thanks for posting this excellent, informative podcast!

[bobbresnahan]

Wonderful interview. We have all the resources we need for universal health care, lifetime education, affordable housing for all, clean air and water. We simply choose not to make those resources available for our society.

[UKindness]

I so admire Congresswoman Omar and wish we had more decent, thoughtful democrats like her. As a Jewish Boomer she has my support.

[loralee]

I’m from Minnesota and support Ilan. In my experience, the Samali women I’ve met here have lit the world with their gentle way and continue to light the world with their most beautiful smile’s

[bradstrum]

We’re so fortunate to have both of you in Congress!

[hope..]

As someone with a very similar background to Ms. Omar, I am grateful for her ability to constructively, vulnerably and compassionately speak to what it is to grow up as a refugee, displaced person, end up somewhere you didn't even know existed, and to love this new very flawed home while honoring the lived experiences that shape you as a person.

[judithwake]

Thank you for your excellent work ms Omar !Another excellent show ! Thank you mr Sanders !

[glowingdiane]

Love her! Bernie is so great to invite young smart people on to share their background and entry into politics. What a service he is providing👍🏾 Bernie for President!🙏🏾🥰

[nolananderson]

im proud to have voted for ilhan omar, and to call her my representative

[jpharnad]

Bernie Sanders. A voice in the wilderness. The voice of humanity and decency. The conscience of America.

[andrearenee]

With all love and grace, thank you for your service...😇🥰

[philosophy-of-science-and-law]

Excellent interview, thank you Senator and Representative thank you!

[melodys.portlandoregon]

What a blessing Ms Omar is to us. Thank you.

[thetakeaway]

'The wonders of democracy.' I love it. Such an enlightening conversation between such captivating and warm individuals. ❤❤ I thank everyone for watching/listening to the pod.

[jman]

Amazing interview. Getting to know her on a more individual human level makes me like her even more.

[montetanktankkiller]

Ilhan Omar is the best example of what can be achieved in America. Unfortunately, I see absolutely no future for such courageous women under a Trump dictatorship.

[johnmadison]

It's good to see 2 individuals committed to improving our country and showing empathy for the poorest of the poor. Good politicians are almost an oxymoron today.