Aisha Siddida Chughtai was born on September 4,1997 and is an American community organizer and politician serving as the vice president of the Minneapolis City Council, representing the 10th Ward.
10 Facts About Aisha Chughtai
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Aisha Chughtai is the youngest person and first Muslim woman elected to the Council.
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Aisha Chughtai grew up in Houston, where her family experienced housing instability, and moved to Mankato, Minnesota during the 2008 financial crisis.
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Aisha Chughtai has worked on numerous political campaigns, including as campaign manager of US Representative Ilhan Omar's 2018 campaign.
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Aisha Chughtai later worked as a political organizer for the SEIU Minnesota State Council.
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In 2021, Aisha Chughtai announced her candidacy for retiring Council President Lisa Bender's Ward 10 seat.
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Aisha Chughtai's campaign focused on expanding affordable housing and strengthening local labor laws.
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Aisha Chughtai took office on January 3,2022, becoming the first Asian American, Muslim woman, and youngest member of the Council.
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Aisha Chughtai was appointed Council Vice President alongside Council President Elliott Payne.
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Aisha Chughtai is a member of the Twin Cities Democratic Socialists of America.