{"id":62,"date":"2025-11-14T21:04:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T21:04:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abdihakimibrahim.com\/?p=62"},"modified":"2025-12-17T04:20:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T04:20:41","slug":"62","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abdihakimibrahim.com\/?p=62","title":{"rendered":"About Abdihakim"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Why I\u2019m Running for Hennepin County Commissioner<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

District 3 deserves a commissioner who is present in the community, shaped by lived experience, and focused on real results for families. I\u2019m running because every day I see how county decisions affect housing, mental health, public safety, childcare, and economic
opportunity.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


As an immigrant, parent, engineer, school board member, and former vice chair, I understand both the challenges families face and the solutions that move a community forward<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What I Believe<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I\u2019m running because:<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Every family deserves affordable, stable housing
\u25cf Children and adults need strong human services and mental health support
\u25cf Workers deserve safe workplaces and fair treatment
\u25cf Public safety must be community centered and trustworthy
\u25cf Immigrant and underrepresented communities need an authentic voice
\u25cf Young people deserve opportunity, mentorship, and support<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How I Will Lead<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If elected, I will serve District 3 with partnership, transparency, and fairness. That means:
\u25cf Showing up consistently in every neighborhood
\u25cf Building community-centered public safety strategies
\u25cf Advancing urgent and inclusive housing solutions
\u25cf Bringing lived experience and genuine connection to county decisions
\u25cf Communicating often, clearly, and directly
\u25cf Making workforce development a front-line priority
\u25cf Being a visible and engaged presence in St. Louis Park & across District 3<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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My Message to Voters<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

I value public service, and I believe District 3 deserves leadership that is visible, present, connected, and focused on the lives of working families. That is why I\u2019m running for Hennepin County Commissioner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I bring a background as a father, husband, engineer, community organizer, immigrant, and St. Louis Park School Board member. In 2021, I became the first Somali American elected to the board. My perspective reflects both Minnesota\u2019s future and the experiences of many families whose voices have gone unheard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am committed to delivering results on affordable housing, public safety, economic opportunity, and dignity for workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My goal is simple: expand opportunity & improve quality of life for everyone in District 3.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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My Priorities<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Affordable Housing<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Ensure every family can find safe, affordable housing
\u25cf Support responsible, community-focused development
\u25cf Expand Stable Homes Stable Schools in St. Louis Park to keep families housed, and students supported<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Public Safety<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Strengthen community-focused safety initiatives
\u25cf Build trust between residents and first responders
\u25cf Support approaches that prioritize prevention, transparency, and accountability<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Economic Opportunity<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Invest in small businesses and local entrepreneurs
\u25cf Expand workforce training and pathways to good-paying jobs
\u25cf Support youth employment programs that strengthen neighborhoods<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Environmental Responsibility<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Protect, improve parks, air, and water
\u25cf Support sustainable policies that reduce pollution and build resilience
\u25cf Plan for a healthier environment for current and future generations <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Collaboration for Stronger Communities Schools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Expand youth mental health teams
\u25cf Improve Safe Routes to School
\u25cf Support after-school tutoring, sports, and STEM programs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cities + County<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Increase affordable housing options
\u25cf Strengthen mental health response teams
\u25cf Support small business revitalization<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Health and Human Services<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Improve services for immigrant and refugee families
\u25cf Create a unified Family Assistance Hub
\u25cf Strengthen youth and family support services, including prevention, mentoring, and crisis response<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Transit and Mobility<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf More frequent bus service
\u25cf Better winter bus stop maintenance
\u25cf Add shelters and explore micro transit options<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Community Engagement<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Quarterly meetings with mayors and school leaders
\u25cf District 3 Community Advisory Boards
\u25cf Ongoing neighborhood conversations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A New Voice for Our Community<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

District 3 needs a leader who understands the daily challenges facing families, workers, renters, and new Americans. I bring a fresh perspective, deep accessibility, and a commitment to putting people first.
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\u201cTogether, we can build a safer, healthier, more equitable, and more connected District 3.\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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