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Aussie105

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46. Quick google on the lady:

Tue Jan 27, 2026, 11:56 PM

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"Ilhan Omar was born Ilham Abdullahi Omar on October 4, 1982, in Mogadishu, Somalia, the youngest of seven siblings. "

Not exactly a peaceful and polite country to grow up in, and with 6 siblings, wading in fists raised in any conflict is probably her learnt response.

Her background and response there demand respect.

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Her security guard saved the guys life. mr715 Tuesday #14

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