In 2012, Ilhan Omar replied to a tweet that suggested Somalis should leave their culture at the door. In other words, assimilate.Omar replied to the tweet, stating:
totally disagree America is a melting pot of cultures. Our values is one of inclusion and acceptance!
The woman who made the original tweet, replied to Omar, stating:
As long as the law of the land is followed there will be peace and harmony. No rituals like honor killing
Omar replied:
what does honor killing have to do with Somali culture?
The woman replied:
Nothing to do with Somali Culture. Some people DO want to force there culture or beliefs on their hosts.
Omar replied:
I am talking about American values that this Mayor doesn’t get. Somalis aren’t the problem, the mayor is!
Omar went on:
those with problem don’t have a sense of culture & diversity. Being American means being yourself
Another Twitter user replied:
As long as our AMERICAN culture is respected. That is based in Judeo-Christian culture and law.
Which Omar responded with:
Lol, now that’s just silly
See screenshots of tweets below:
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