Ilhan Omar: “We need members of Congress not to vote on sending offensive…”

“Because there are lives being lost right now. We need these young people's advocacy. We need our president to listen. We need these universities to divest right. We need members of Congress not to vote on sending offensive weapons while Israel is being accused of committing genocide without conditions. I'm honored to have her be my successor. Wouldn't be able to pick anybody, but I don't think anyone could do a better job. And her courage is an inspiration.” (10:05–10:17)

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