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.