Ilhan Omar karaoke video goes viral ahead of primary – Washington Examiner
Ahead of the upcoming Democratic congressional primary, Representative Ilhan Omar from Minnesota has gained attention for a karaoke video in which she sings a Beastie Boys song at a Minneapolis bar. This playful act is part of her campaign strategy as she faces a challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels. In her social media post accompanying the video, Omar emphasizes her commitment to various issues, stating she is “fighting for the right to party,” as well as for bodily autonomy, a livable planet, and universal healthcare. This mix of lightheartedness and serious policy messaging underscores her approach as an incumbent candidate in a competitive primary race.
Ilhan Omar karaoke video goes viral ahead of primary
Ahead of Tuesday’s Democratic congressional primary, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) decided to fight for her right to party.
The incumbent “Squad” member, who faces her second challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels, posted a video to her X account on Thursday singing the Beastie Boys’ classic song at a Minneapolis bar, with a campaign message attached.
“Fighting for the right to party,” Omar wrote in a post accompanying the video. “Fighting for the right to bodily autonomy. Fighting for the right to a livable planet. Fighting for the right to universal healthcare.”
If history plays a factor, the race between Omar and Samuels is expected to be close. In 2022, Samuels lost to the congresswoman by 2 percentage points.
However, this election cycle so far has seen other members of the “Squad” lose their reelection bids. In June, Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) was defeated by Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Earlier this week, Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) lost to St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell.
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