MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Self-described democratic socialist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, whose recent win in New York's Democratic primary sent shockwaves through the party's establishment wing, is asking Minnesotans to support Ilhan Omar for Congress.

Omar, who currently represents a portion of Minneapolis in the state House, is now running for Rep. Keith Ellison's seat in Congress. Ellison withdrew from his re-election campaign earlier this year to run for Minnesota Attorney General.

Ocasio-Cortez tweeted out her endorsement for Omar Friday. America, if you don't already know about Ilhan Omar (@IlhanMN), it's time to know & support her. She's a modern day hero, champion for working families, & running for Congress in Minnesota. Her election is THIS Tuesday. Time to PUSH HER IN: https://t.co/hqg9rSzDK9 pic.twitter.com/jGs5fJ2yJQ

— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@Ocasio2018) August 10, 2018 "Thank you for your support, sister," Omar responded on Twitter. "It's time we change the face of Congress. I can't wait to serve with you."

Ocasio-Cortez, a rising progressive star, has been stumping for like-minded candidates across the Midwest since her upset win back in June. The former Bernie Sanders campaign staffer believes Democratic candidates can find success in the upcoming midterms by endorsing progressive policies including Medicare for all and tuition-free college.

- 3,000 people gathered in Wichita, Kansas, - on a Friday at 1pm, - 3 months before the general election, - to support a civil rights attorney running without corporate money on a boldly progressive agenda. The Midwest feels pretty alright to me! pic.twitter.com/qJQlGPdCOR

— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@Ocasio2018) July 20, 2018 However, it's not yet clear if her campaign style that worked in the Bronx can translate to success in the Midwest.

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