Ilhan Omar advocates for progressive economic reforms, including increasing the minimum wage, expanding worker protections, and implementing tax policies that target wealth inequality, such as taxing the ultra-wealthy.
Agriculture
Liberal
Ilhan Omar supports sustainable agricultural practices and policies that prioritize the environment, rural economic development, and fair treatment for farm workers.
Immigration
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar champions comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, protection for DACA recipients, and reducing barriers to entry for refugees and asylum seekers.
Education
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar advocates for free college tuition, student debt cancellation, and increased investment in public education to ensure accessibility and quality for all students.
Energy
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar supports transitioning to renewable energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels as part of broader climate change and environmental justice initiatives.
Climate change
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar is a proponent of strong action against climate change, endorsing policies like the Green New Deal that aim for substantial government investment in green infrastructure and jobs.
Healthcare
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar advocates for a single-payer healthcare system, supporting Medicare for All to ensure universal coverage and reduce overall healthcare costs.
Housing
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar supports legislation to provide affordable housing for all, including initiatives to prevent homelessness and create more equitable housing policies.
Transportation
Liberal
Ilhan Omar supports investment in public transit infrastructure as part of a broader effort to reduce emissions and improve urban environments.
Veterans affairs
Liberal
Ilhan Omar advocates for comprehensive support for veterans, including healthcare, mental health services, and assistance in transitioning to civilian life.
Voting rights
Extremely liberal
Ilhan Omar supports expanding voting rights, including measures to make voting more accessible and opposing policies considered to suppress voter turnout.