Minnesota State Senate District 63

“You and I both know that we are in the midst of a political revolution. A moment in time where the federal government is dismantling everything we have fought for. Some people are trying to convince us that some people are "out" and some people are "in." But here in South Minneapolis, we know the truth.” (Campaign website (zaynabmohamed.org))

“My name is Zaynab Mohamed, and I am so proud to represent Senate District 63 in the Minnesota State Senate. I'm a daughter, sister, organizer, policy advocate, and working-class immigrant. I believe that we can come together to create systems that make our lives easier, not harder.” (Campaign website (zaynabmohamed.org))

“Not the first in my lifetime, but I was 21 when the Berlin Wall came down. It was significant to me because I had visited the Soviet Union just two years earlier, and I understood how important it was that the East Germans finally had their freedom. The United States of America provides the greatest amount of freedom on earth, and I wish that for all countries.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

“Not necessarily. I believe citizens who have not been tainted by previous government or political experience can bring a fresh perspective to the legislative process, as the laws that are passed affect ordinary citizens just like themselves. This can promote out-of-the-box thinking and the ability to see unintended outcomes.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)