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What s in a name? Colorado State Rep. Iman Mohamad Jodeh
The state s first Muslim lawmaker explains how her name and heritage play key roles in her life and legislative work. Author: Avicra Luckey Updated: 5:30 PM MST February 18, 2021
AURORA, Colo. Justice and faith are two principles State Rep. Iman Jodeh s parents carried with them when they immigrated from Palestine to the U.S. nearly 50 years ago.
She embodies both of these principles as Colorado’s first Muslim lawmaker.
The first-generation American represents the 41st House District in Aurora as a Democrat. Before, during and after her campaign, Jodeh said she’s carried her parents with her by using her name, which means “faith” in Arabic.