Ilhan Omar

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Score 166
12/10/2025, 11:42:12 PM
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Rep. Ilhan Omar
@Ilhan
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17d
It increases funding for defense contractors who profit from global instability and it advances a vision of national security rooted in militarization instead of diplomacy, human rights, or community wellbeing.
Rep. Ilhan Omar
@Ilhan
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17d
This year’s NDAA authorizes nearly $900 billion for the Pentagon, more than we spend on education, health, climate, and poverty programs combined.

It pours billions into weapons systems the Pentagon itself has said it does not need.
Rep. Ilhan Omar
@Ilhan
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17d
Today I voted ‘NO’ on the National Defense Authorization Act because Congress cannot continue writing blank checks for endless war while millions of Americans struggle to afford housing, healthcare, and basic necessities.

The statement critiques the removal of Afghan relocation legislation from the NDAA, highlighting the abandonment of allies and juxtaposing it with domestic struggles, thus engaging in public discourse on defense policy and its implications.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not use harmful language but rather critiques a policy decision, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the plight of Afghan allies and domestic struggles, aligning with this principle. [+2]
  3. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive criticism of policy decisions without personal attacks, adhering to this principle. [+2]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    By addressing policy issues and their societal impact, the statement uses influence for societal betterment, aligning with this principle. [+2]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement responsibly uses free speech to critique policy decisions, upholding this principle. [+2]