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.

[@UKindness4]

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

[@MartianManHunter7]

She married her brother to skew immigration law. There's 350 million people in the U.S. I'm sure you can find someone better to represent you.

[@Heather-vg2tq]

As a 53 year old white woman, she also has my support! Bernie was robbed in 2016!!

[@faaaduma6876]

Aren't from the U.K??

[@MeenaK97]

​@@faaaduma6876 a lot of her constituents are Jewish and they voted for her

[@nejuw]

@@faaaduma6876 Jewish boomers in UK too!

[@jpharnad]

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

[@TheBartomon]

No he's just an empty shell of a man pretending to be those things - like 99% of DC and Hollywood.

[@t0mq]

Imagine Bernie answering Mike Gravels common prayer. The rocks...

[@modemmark421]

I stand with Bernie Sanders because *BERNIE* *SANDERS* *STANDS* *FOR* *US!!!*

[@noboy345]

Well spoken ❤️‍🩹

[@kimoandrews5802]

Most of Bernie's supporters will be voting for trump. Are you one of them?

[@robert4art2]

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

[@robinjohnston4709]

Then tell him to give you some of his millions that he and his wife stole!!!

[@jayridge8804]

@@robinjohnston4709Liar MAGA conspiracy theorist, stop spreading lies about decent people.

[@sailordaigurren8225]

​@@robinjohnston4709Citation needed

[@MeBo-kp2lp]

@@robinjohnston4709 Stole!? That's a big accusation, even for a robin. Could you enlighten us with some of the evidence you surely posses?

[@mikevincent3462]

@@MeBo-kp2lp I suspect crickets or a link to an instagram account ;)

[@nolananderson6139]

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

[@PauloAdriano-zo2ng]

Many on the Political Right want to send her back where she came from. What do you think of their attitudes and efforts?

[@ashaadam8687]

why? what do you like? the Fake background FAKE NAME her father took part of the Isaac genocide were 1/2million between 1988-1989.he was high ranking general of Mohamed Siad Barre. On her Somalia first Tthis year she was calling for second genocide of Somaliland's using the same language as dictatorship for calling isaaq and Somalilanders an none Somali. Siad Barra called isaaq people "Jewish" to justify their killing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2KWfGt6rcxsmZo

[@laurentlambert6347]

She's great, indeed.

[@userDZ19]

I know her very well like you know your famimy , she lies 300 miles per hour, she is full somali from the darood tribe, her parents are full somalis none of them is yemeni. She nwvee has to listen to jazz as she claims back then it was haram *forbiden* , she is corrupt as hell if you dont believe me come to cedar riverside ghetto hood where she lived for free for 5 years tax free , education free, food stamps free , her main goal to bring aa many somalis to minneapolis as she can coz she said once *Minnesota is empty we need to fill it up*

[@vinasel96]

Why? You're white. She doesn't care about you.

[@melodys.portlandoregon556]

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

[@user-em3vl6li5w]

What an asset she is to America. Dignified, intelligent, empathetic, beautiful to boot. Pity she doesn’t get more support from her Democratic colleagues. I’m British, what a shining example she is of the value of inviting immigrants into our countries.

[@donnieking7315]

She doesn't do nothing, she is all talk and no backbone at the end when it really matters she vote for blue no matter who.

[@deadwingdomain]

​@@user-em3vl6li5w the Democratic party has never supported progress. We, as voters, keep forcing it in.

[@yasminl8125]

Ilhan makes me proud to be Somali. She was one of the first to speak up against genocide of Palestinians. We need to make sure she wins this primary.

[@kimoandrews5802]

She was silent about the palestinian attacks on Israel.

[@randomwalksatellite]

Kim, neither Hamas or any Palestinians attacked any Israelis with American made weapons or assumptive American and NATO authority. Israelis were not authorized to either. Israel has lied to the world about their need for a dome. No nations aided or helped Israel so they could impose apartheid, genocide, or mass collective punishment. Israel betrays trust of allies and then tries to censor opposition so ignorance supercedes human reasoning. That is anti-democracy. Human beings want peace, not violent "allies" full of excuses. Russian leadership similarily destroys its democratic credibility with actions counter to Russian populace & the entire Earth's condemnation. 2024 Americans and NATO allies should know better, from history.

[@thebreadtable4880]

​@kimoandrews5802 if the jews were fighting back against the nazis for decades you'd ask ppl to condemn the jews lol

[@MyLoganTreks]

She brings tears of joy that we still have people like this in government, I was being to lose hope watching the disheartening evil MTG attacks.

[@newyorkcitythebigapple359]

@@kimoandrews5802 Israel attack since 1948

[@montetanktankkiller700]

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.

[@MyLoganTreks]

​​@venusbloodflowfunny have you been watching the trial of your blind boy with his eyes closed? Stupid games stupid prizes, may justice be served for all humanity. No matter how loud maga screams the truth speaks louder.

[@PauloAdriano-zo2ng]

​@venusbloodflow No worries! *Mamala Laughing Gas Harris* will save the American Republic.

[@thatsmynamesowhat2949]

You do realize that a dictatorship is literally impossible in America? Have you ever heard of the 3 branches of legislation? Stop bottom feeding on propaganda.

[@grasshopperye3593]

To be fair, she's not finding a lot of support from her own party either. Many dems have that in common with MAGA crazies.

[@AlMartin-oy2dq]

Biden's favorite far left like foreign women's call the squads

[@patrarus6097]

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

[@georgemioch8981]

😂😂😂

[@Realist411]

She hates America, fact!

[@johnmadison3472]

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.

[@Bevrinton]

As long as it is not their money they are spending

[@laurentlambert6347]

I believe that if the US had more of these and less of people who keep funding wars in the Middle East, you would have a much, much better country that the whole world would like to copy. Still a long way to go...

[@jackalope5589]

@@Bevrintonour tax money has to go somewhere. You rather it goes to making bombs???

[@catzbarking]

She is a superhero in my view. Her history HER STORY is quite intense and she deserves another Golden Ticket at least. - One of the most beloved intellectuals of our time! ❤🎉❤

[@kimoandrews5802]

The man running against her int the Democratic Primary is honorable, but you may not like him because of his race.

[@el_chavez]

@@kimoandrews5802why would we go against a proven fighter for the people for a person that may just turn out to be like fetterman?

[@kimoandrews5802]

@@el_chavez Fetterman is doing a great job! Yes, Democrats will not vote for Omar because she supports sharia law and her backers are likely voting for trump.

[@sailordaigurren8225]

​@@kimoandrews5802race doesn't matter except to bigoted Trump supporters like yourself

[@loralee7544]

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

[@hope.8.]

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.

[@user-il4cd3kw4n]

she’s sell out she’s not of us she forgot god and we should forget her to she’s nobody

[@digwealth740]

Well said.

[@bed4dmc]

What an amazing interview of a beautiful person. Her family exemplifies what real family values should look like.

[@richardhedd3080]

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

[@bleach12344321]

Her story is very inspiring, I can't believe the capacity she has to help people through the best way she knows how

[@garytewa2538]

Thank you Ilhan Omar & Bernie Sanders for raising class conscience of hard working folks & helping to grow a true Progressive Movement from Indigenous Nations of Turtle Island.

[@MichaelSharpBLACKDRUMMIKE]

I suffered as a child in the hands of people who did not care whether I received food or general care right here in America. I am happy to hear Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was saved from her hardship as a child.

[@Grandhotel256]

So sorry for your hardships

[@benzell4]

In the U. S. , most important point in the “richest” country in history! Thank you!

[@shiddykiddy-lp4dz]

I Hope you are doing okay

[@yednekachewgeremew1886]

That is it i.e golden leader should not be tested by life hard ship like her all story ,because our brian cell lack immunity of perfection in leadershil ,she already reached highest leader rank on lader ,she can't go up any more not because of the lack of support but her being i.e her experience exposed her in wrong will

[@aarondigby5054]

She had to traverse the continent of Africa living in refugee camps

[@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!🙏🏾🥰

[@anniemaraj8773]

😂 nope she sucks

[@llwessel]

Bernie should have been president in 2016 it was stolen from him by the Oligarchy.

[@katoe908]

They actually seem like real relatable people rather than soulless politicians that were used to

[@maryhalverson5713]

That's what they want you to think, but these days no one is what they seem to be.

[@michaelyerushalmi6924]

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!

[@el_chavez]

This should’ve been a thing since KZbin gained popularity.

[@bobbresnahan8397]

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.

[@bobbresnahan8397]

@venusbloodflow Fighting for change is an option. It's a choice. People call themselves environmentalists and drive gas powered vehicles. People vote for Biden over Bernie. Etc. I agree that the structure of our society puts all the power in the hands of the decision-makers. We, including Republican rank and file, want health care, affordable housing, clean air and water, lifetime eduction, healthy affordable food, etc. And, we can have it if we organize and take it.

[@maxineadderley5378]

There isn’t anything free. Working taxpayers are carrying the financial burden. The problem is that both parties are complicit. Republicans owns so-called affordable housing and democrats are living in them, so they raise the rent 30% and if you are not on housing, so you falls through the cracks and the government/taxpayers pay these scumbags for raising the rent while getting government subsidies

[@donnieking7315]

You still believe she was fighting for your universal healthcare,when she could force her vote to do it they didn't, they are the same plant as bernie, all talk no backbone when it comes to do real meaningful actions.

[@donnieking7315]

America is not a democrat, they force an election on with 2 president that you don't want, kicking off other parties from running.

[@johnsmith100]

I have nothing against Ilhan Omar and, if at all, I have a preference of the Democratic party over the Republican one. I do have a question, though, to everyone here: How many times, during the last 30, 40, 50 years, have you heard of a Christian, Jewish or Buddhist person carrying out a suicide bombing attack, against peaceful civilians, with the intention of killing as many of them as possible? Oh, not too many times? Right, so have I. Now, what about a Muslim person: How many times have you heard of a Muslim person carrying out a suicide bombing attack? Right again, so have I. And so, if that's the case, then is it not reasonable to feel fear of Islamists, which what "Islamophobia" really is?

[@quinnmurph2750]

This interview really annoyed me -- because it highlighted how much our country is losing by not having politicians like these as the standard bearers.

[@TheeDavidDee]

Precisely. This is how far-right the Overton window is currently set. Bernie and Ilhan represent the majority of Americans with their policy prescriptions and humane worldviews. Still, American right-wing propaganda has (sadly) been extremely successful in framing people like Bernie and Ilhan as left-wing radicals when their policy prescriptions all poll in the majority. I've said this for years now and it will always be true: Sen. Bernie Sanders and his policy sets and progressive perspectives represent the center of our American political body. Sen. Sanders, for all the revolution talk, has been a true common sense centrist this whole time. Justice Democrats like Rep. Omar, AOC, and others are the true political center in American politics.

[@moranmike36]

Yep

[@bradstrum7]

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

[@donnavaughn9409]

This woman lied her face off in order to obtain her free education, foodstamps etc. She married her brother to help him come here. When the city officials of Minnesota became suspicious of her goings on before she obtain her current position, they did a lot of background searching and this including Facebook things, she had removed pics with her and her brother when she said she did not know where he was etc. The AG of that state also a Muslim would not do anything to investigate what the Minnesota people said, and it was given to FBI in DC, they waited until the investigation could not be performed, meaning, they would not act on it. And the things she has said, show how very brazen and unproud she is to be an American. Knowing her background in Somalia and what the progressive Left is about shows me she is dangerous. Going to the middle east instead of helping your own people in your districts in Minnesota is ridiculous, she is the same type that wants to put up high Muslim interests and put down Jewish interests. They like the Obamas and Clintons want to restructure the country and give everyone a piece of pie, no matter how they start out, whether one goes to school and obeys the laws, which she certainly didn't and they want to allow anyone to have anything, and many people these days are not interested in pursuing education to make their life better, and those people should not benefit from others. By pushing for more socialized programs which is what both want and what Obama certainly wanted, this pushes out capitalism and makes them feel pleased with themselves, they all us capitalism to get what they want, but they don't want others to have it, because they think larges business have too much. I know is that a bunch of men were in the right place at the right time, and they wrote up paperwork that helped to create a country that could make mistakes but always land on their feet, and that is ended, and people like you take the easy way and actually think she's a treat. She is not a treat, and has nothing to do with her race, she is like Biden and many in DC loathsome.

[@yousreyakhalil5238]

Agree

[@Kostly]

Lived experience is so important in considering who we elect. Ilhan Omar is the most perfect example of why.

[@chazdomingo475]

It can be a great lesson but it would have been just as likely Ilhan could have come out of the experience cynical and resentful. She chose not to and to turn it into a positive and also pay forward what she learned. That is why she is a perfect example.

[@judithwake2757]

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

[@kimoandrews5802]

Omar's supporters are supporting DJT as a protest to President Biden's strong support of Israel.

[@jman4937]

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

[@juliecarlson3868]

Thank you for bringing these incredibly clever, dedicated, hard working Congreve people to the attention of a greater audience.

[@andrearenee7845]

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

[@kimoandrews5802]

I hope she saved her money!

[@sweet59saint98]

Release Imran Khan, He defeated Global Mafia Handlers Pakistan Warrgya ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGSvo3hrgtGti68si=KjpJBfiL9u1f08nd #ReleaseImranKhan Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto was murdered by this Judicial System #LiaqatAliKhan murdered by #PakistanArmy #EastPakistanDefeat #BritishAgenda1900_2024 to #CrushSubcontinent kzbin.info93ODIVHFxpk?si=ij5ZnfwpLnn4B9d4 Pakistan Warrgya ! This is Very simple to put behind the bar anybody and let him starve for fake FIR and waste his assets and liabilities this is #BritishAllIndiaLegacy #Feudals against #PublicService Propaganda against Muslims Islam and Good Governance kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKCbf4mGi9p_frMsi=e301IphO3BmbhIo3 #USA #EU #West wasted all ethical values Monarchy prevail All over , Human Rights Violence, Discrimination, Regime Change Engineering 76 years Comedy to crush subcontinent and promote Human Rights Issues orchestrated Sponsored GHQ control Anarchy #ReleaseImranKhan Kashmir Afghanistan war Slogans are Corporate Engineering to keep Public Confused and polarized kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXyphHmHnsmIn7Msi=-T88VjZeft5yAQ1S Failure of Democracy in Pakistan is Conspiracy against the Subcontinent 76 years Comedy orchestrated Political Agencies serving #Monarchs in #Britain #KSA #UAE #Qatar #Russia and #China #EU#ReleaseImranKhan Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto was murdered by this Judicial System #LiaqatAliKhan murdered by #PakistanArmy #EastPakistanDefeat #BritishAgenda1900_2024 to #CrushSubcontinent kzbin.info93ODIVHFxpk?si=ij5ZnfwpLnn4B9d4 Pakistan Warrgya ! This is Very simple to put behind the bar anybody and let him starve for fake FIR and waste his assets and liabilities this is #BritishAllIndiaLegacy #Feudals against #PublicService Propaganda against Muslims Islam and Good Governance kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKCbf4mGi9p_frMsi=e301IphO3BmbhIo3 #USA #EU #West wasted all ethical values Monarchy prevail All over , Human Rights Violence, Discrimination, Regime Change Engineering 76 years Comedy to crush subcontinent and promote Human Rights Issues orchestrated Sponsored GHQ control Anarchy #ReleaseImranKhan Kashmir Afghanistan war Slogans are Corporate Engineering to keep Public Confused and polarized kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXyphHmHnsmIn7Msi=-T88VjZeft5yAQ1S Failure of Democracy in Pakistan is Conspiracy against the Subcontinent 76 years Comedy orchestrated Political Agencies serving #Monarchs in #Britain #KSA #UAE #Qatar #Russia and #China #EU #NATO_Disco #CrimePartners #NATO_Disco #CrimePartners x.com/Sweet5914/status/1753585672911495336?t=KZgP7iBBCD_tw71z7Y-eMQ&s=08

[@steppets25]

Wonderful…!these are the kinds of open discussions we need from politicians, in politics in the world. Human, real, mature, their back stories etc etc I am extremely impressed with Ihan Omar and her bravery, her resilience, her intelligence ❤🙏🏼 Love You Bernie❤❤❤ from Bombay, INDIA 🇮🇳 Gos Bless You Bernie❤ Please come to Bombay 🥰

[@catzbarking]

❤

[@kimoandrews5802]

This will be her last term in Congress.

[@hawkstrike18]

​@@kimoandrews5802 you definitely need to be taught some lessons, you be prepared too, my guy

[@hawkstrike18]

In a better time, maybe he could travel there, but... What we'd need is his clones being everywhere anyway xD Sadly, most ppl copy Trump-like fools, especially nowadays.

[@kimoandrews5802]

@@hawkstrike18 She has no chance in her primary election. It turns out the people of MN don't like traitors.

[@Yanquetino]

It is so inspiring that, with all the turmoil taking place around us, there really are a few representatives whose priority is OF the people, BY the people, FOR the people.

[@MyLoganTreks]

What a great role model for all the Somali families across MN and the USA.

[@lanitagrice7644]

And for women!

[@MyLoganTreks]

Wow what an amazing human being and we are all honored to have you as a great representative for the state of Minnesota!!! I wish we could have you as a representative for Florida! Matt Gaetz is so awful, In November I hope people VOTE for better! This was so great to have her as a guest Bernie! This is exactly what Americans need to know and hear.

[@ashaadam8687]

really? which part the fake family history? her father took part of the isaaq genocide 1981-1989...her talking about politics is because her father high general of Mohamed Siad Barre....early this year she was calling for the Somalilanders second genocide in her Somalia first!! she acts like she cares about Palestine's but has approved of every bill that allowed Israel to have more money for weapons ......she is hypocrite in every way

[@ashaadam8687]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qanLppuDiKZ0nNU

[@shinytime]

What a great interview, keep up the great work guys!

[@alitani5045]

Its very pleasing to see Bernie sanders and ilhan omar together on the same platform talking. Two lawmakers with the most common sense in the us, in my opinion

[@JamesDoe-ie1sb]

We are Lucky 2 see this example

[@JamesDoe-ie1sb]

The people are extremely smart.

[@JamesDoe-ie1sb]

Is h3 cia

[@bachoabdi2906]

The strong lady. We love you big from Kenya

[@nedkent5239]

The amount of hate she gets tells us all we need to know about this country. We have turned into privileged, hateful, whiners that worry way too much about how others are living their lives. Don’t like how someone else lives? It’s NONE of your concern!

[@DrejaAndi]

We should care about how other people live their lives, but with the intention of learning from them, whether we agree with what they do or not. Many people spend to much time hating other people because they have fallen into a tribalist mindset and see everyone outside their "group" as competition. Yes, they want to gain or retain privilege. They are foolish to not understand that we are all safer and stronger when we work together.

[@faaaduma6876]

No one forced you to stay "this country" dude..

[@hawkstrike18]

​@@faaaduma6876 In what country or world is that a mature argument? Thanks for proving his points (time and time again in general, I bet, this is how you ppl roll after all...).

[@hawkstrike18]

@@DrejaAndi I forgot to reply on this yesterday: I'm glad I see (notice) even more ppl mentioning tribalism lately. I'm not an expert but it's been some time since I added that word to the rather incoherent mix I mention when talking about humans (from the obvious stupidity and immaturity to selfishness/greed and petty goals to the less obvious self-inflicted prophecies that many popular choices/mentalities include, and the huge vicious cycles and dead ends... the paradoxes, etc etc). And since I'm not fluent in English, as some troll told me around here yesterday, could someone who is write a book on all these? Thanks :p

[@Waitingformarty]

​@hawkstrike18 I think your analysis is well thought out and clearly put. Thankyou

[@Baci302]

Thanks to both of you. We love you and keep fighting the good fight.

[@JABARDELLI]

Representative Omar understands the concept “of the people, by the people and for the people.“ An amazingly intelligent person!

[@user-oy2oj3te7o]

LOL

[@sylvanwoods5271]

Amazing story, and wonderful conversation.

[@annettecaamano3536]

My husband said he learned a lot of English by watching Sesame Street

[@imaginaryvintage2695]

Big Bird rules!

[@Jman926]

I even learned some Spanish by watching (old school, 1970s) Sesame Street!

[@annettecaamano3536]

Thank you for your heartwarming interview.

[@texasmr]

Wonderful opportunity to hear this conversation. Applause 👏

[@aminaali9208]

😊😊😊

[@destrocting]

Great interview. Enjoyed learning about her life.

[@philosophy-of-science-and-law]

Excellent interview, thank you Senator and Representative thank you!

[@SlowMonoxide]

What a lovely person. I wish all of our leaders were such people

[@MyLoganTreks]

Imagine the world of a better society for all, if this happens. Let people be inspired by your actions! Thank you Ms Omar!

[@thetakeaway7825]

'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.

[@RichHandsome]

Love Ilhan Omar. She makes me proud

[@jayshko]

You doooo?

[@aarondigby5054]

​@@jayshkoI'm a fan of her too, there needs to be a movie about her amazing journey from Somalia to the US Congress; a sensational beautiful woman and Representative

[@SnakeAndTurtleQigong]

Thanks so much!

[@ItsWeldonMedia]

This episode renewed my faith in the future, not only made me realize that real people exist and feel empathy, but also that there IS enough caring people to produce change rapidly

[@lucycarola]

I pray that us Americans don’t have to ever face a situation where we are displaced, in order to have more empathy towards others. As we can all see, not everyone learns from such trauma whether personal or generational. I’m am proud of Mrs. Omar and sad at how she’s been treated by our government. I pray she never gives up this fight.

[@Desaved]

It's amazing to hear her story. I helped the Somalies in Washington State in 1997. I know of what she speaks. Several told me horrific stories. The desperation was severe, and the need was great even after they got here. The constant fear of running out of food and or resources was palpable on a daily basis.

[@ButhainaMaq]

A daughter of a Yemeni women. You go girl :)

[@nikopol1009]

We all are citizens of the world and we have to help each other. keep on going with the terrific work.:)

[@johngroves9828]

I must be honest. I had developed a negative attitude toward this lady based on little news clips here and there. This interview is very refreshing. Rep. Omar is nothing like what I thought. I encourage everyone to listen to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. in the same way. ACTUALLY hear what he has to say. Americans have been shouting at each other for several years now. Sadly without much listening. Thank you, Mr. Sanders! Your kind & respectful demeanor makes me always love listening to you.

[@patriciamartinez-lx8dy]

Thank you, Bernie. I enjoyed listening to representative Omar and her perspective on the war in Israel and also about the climate crisis here in this country.

[@zacharythomas8617]

Fascinating women.

[@JABARDELLI]

Thank you for showcasing Ilhan Omar, Bernie!!! An amazing journey, Ilhan!!! Bless you!

[@matthewshelley5475]

bernie epitomizes the gentle in gentleman

[@StephanieSoressi]

I remember when Paul Wellstone said he & Bernie represented the democratic part of the Democratic Party.

[@artvandelay8030]

Omar's story is very valid. Now imagine no safe country to escape to.

[@hawkstrike18]

I don't have to imagine. In reality there's no sane place in this world. And the self-inflicted prophecies (choices) and vicious cycles make sure there won't be. It's sad but it's no longer time to be sad. Thing is, I see most ppl accepting a fate and the only resistance they understand is to be used by some weird figure(s) who exploit their own greed and selfishness, and they definitely are not unlike whatever sheeple they supposedly condemn and criticize. The hypocrisy and stupidity are unbearable and deserve destruction, but the fact that so many see destruction as a solution nowadays, says a lot about both the state of mind ppl are in, and the state of each country (because I assure you, I've gathered that sentiment from any country). It's not just the literal sense, I mean. That'd be the end that so many ppl crave now. Be careful what you wish for, they say, but...

[@yussufabdi625]

She is American 😂

[@leafyrox]

Thank you for these interviews, Bernie. I watched the one on AOC a few days ago, and it's nice to know the journeys of people I admire.

[@fontainerouge]

Remarkable woman. If only there was only a quarter of people like her in governments.

[@Mansuryusu]

Masha'Allah today I hate cable news but I understand the power and quality of social media on this beautiful funny and informative interview.

[@AnzalnaSatar]

So tenacity is built

[@tenestetubo]

Another great vid, keep up the good work Bern.

[@PC-zz9cy]

Thank you, Bernie, for interviewing this lovely woman. I had no idea of her background and it was truly inspiring. Sad to see some in Congress attacking her when they probably know nothing of what she has gone through. Keep these interviews coming!

[@amjoker9837]

Amazing interview .. thanks for both of you !

[@ehabl8816]

Amazing lady

[@MyLoganTreks]

Watching these two, it's in the presence of greatness. Passing the torch to our youth, they remember and will witness history and how we Voted for or against their climate and future of politics.

[@ehabl8816]

@@MyLoganTreks you need to give them more power

[@ChristinaGerlach]

We will always love you Bernie, a man of truth and honor.

[@blessings4381]

Thank you, Senator Sanders, for this wonderful interview with this remarkable lady!

[@Kali4Action]

Mashallah, when she smiles, she smiles with her whole self....... this is a patient careful casual discussion, a beautiful example of regard for each other's humanity, dignity, honor, and respect.

[@rawrec]

This was a wonderful, thoughtful, podcast. A real world civics lesson. God bless you Sanders and Omar!!!

[@ahmedfahmy7090]

It must be wonderful sitting down with you sir. A real honor. Good bless you all

[@kellybrignell7120]

Thank you for your persistence. Myanmar has just as many refugees as Gaza

[@davidsheriff9274]

Yes, and yet I see no protests on college campuses about that. And why isn't Jordan and Egypt taking in any of the Palestinian refugees from Gaza?

[@vintagestrings6]

@@davidsheriff9274 how about letting us come over to your house and take your house and you can move back to England or Europe you could be a refugee over there

[@davidsheriff9274]

@@vintagestrings6 "England or Europe"? England is in Europe.

[@cmst6408]

Except not in EU with Briexit

[@vintagestrings6]

@@davidsheriff9274 England and the USA are recent colonies of Israel

[@daveming1]

Wonderful. Thank you for doing this Bernie, and thank you Ms. Omar

[@AnzalnaSatar]

Thank you both

[@user-zc9ce6dd2v]

Thank you Omar! I love you & Bernie! Love from MN!

[@cosmicviewer477]

I appreciate Rep. Omar. Such a smart and brave woman.

[@claude_k]

Interesting exchange between two great representatives of the PEOPLE. Thank you.

[@richardwitty3666]

Thanks very much for this interview.

[@AnzalnaSatar]

Listen up young anericans

[@MyLoganTreks]

Everyone can make a conscious choice daily it's not just up to the youth, everyone at any age can vote and use their wallets for creating the change they want to inspire in this world through their actions.

[@gloriam3170]

Wonderful.

[@johngichuki4092]

Great gal.Thank you. From Kenya. 🇰🇪

[@shirinelle1953]

My family learned English watching Sesame Street with me 🥹

[@lauriepedelaborde9321]

Thank you Bernie. I love to learn more about ourcrepresentives in all levels. Please keep up the excellent work.

[@JW-dc8hk]

I don’t know what I’ve been doing but I’ve never actually listened to Representative Omar’s points of view before this interview. She is quite an eloquent speaker and lends a cohesive mindset regarding many topics. Great to listen to you and Bernie……Thank you 💯

[@markr.jolliff2554]

Big oil's agenda was obvious in the 70s. Ecology major here.

[@user-yy2vh8ds3o]

She's truly an amazing person. We're fortunate to have her as a government representative.

[@shamimhuq4141]

Thank you Sandi Bernie’s. For empathy justice. May god bless. I wish you were the one who should have been our president.

[@simplymenowandever6355]

How can you deny the heart of this congress woman, her drive, her desire, her intelligence and her ability to negotiate/navigate life's possibilities. Her story is an experience immersed in humanity deeply rooted in the dream of freedom and democracy. An undeniable story of the American dream . When you're able to give her an ear and separate church & state, she's a refreshing voice of what's needed in America or any where. Looking at what's going on in Israel with the slaughter displacement of the innocent in Gaza our hearts should be torn yet as a country we appear complicit. This is not the American way and we must stop this as being acceptable !

[@harshamahtani5554]

The amount of people who hate her says a lot about America - and none of it good

[@suleimanalmageni5257]

Hats off for both of you two great politicians for the excellent work that you guys doing for humanity 🎉🎉

[@newyorkcitythebigapple359]

Loved you guys

[@vandal280]

Wonderful to hear her story in her own words

[@cmst6408]

❤❤ you two are real.ones. actually for the people. Not just the 1-5% or corporations. Keep up the good fights and thank you

[@bahjalnajj90]

This amazing senator should be president of the world

[@user-em3vl6li5w]

I wish.

[@linn7019]

Maybe the ICC will put out an arrest warrant for Biden, so we'll be looking for a democratic candidate. Sanders is Biden's age, but he seems to much sharper than the other 2 candidates. ❤

[@bg9907]

We need more Representatives like this, from different backgrounds & religions, or those who are not religious at all.

[@akramassaf1711]

She reminded me me of me..... Time 1967 Please Palestine I was exactly 8 when that war started and I experienced the same struggles in various refugee camps until I got a chance to come to the states as a student and thus a chance at living a dignified life by being able look for and actually have a job to go to work, school and business Now I look back and see my people in Gaza go through what I went through and much worse leaves me speechless. Confused and sad when the biggest and most powerful country on the planet stands by and let this killing go on in Gaza you almost lose faith in humanity but then it gets revived when I hear those two America needs a change to get back to what it was and lean on its principles that that the founding fathers set forth and the collective experiences Americans have had for the last 300 plus years... God bless America

[@marjorielutzke6398]

Thank what an amazing heartbreaking story. I admire your strength courage .You are an amazing woman. Thank you for serving the many, that need to be valued and heard. You have an amazing core foundation. Thank you again for your service.

[@tranquiloSU05]

We need Senator Sanders to cross over with the other podcasts.

[@AlexDrums482]

We don't deserve Ilhan Omar, and she doesn't deserve the vicious, unhinged hatred of the Republican Party but I selfishly hope she stays in politics despite all of it because we've never needed people like her more.

[@huma3968]

Two of the best sane voices in U.S. congress / senate. I respect them and the likes from the bottom of my heart.

[@afifaamin6944]

Really enjoyed this interview. The war needs to stop in Gaza and there needs to be self-determination for Palestinian people.