U.S. Representative Keith Ellison was recently named by the
Utne Reader as one of 25 visionaries from around the world who "don't just concoct great ideas but also act on them."
"These people also have delivered hope and renewed faith and tangible improvements to the lives of millions, the Utne reads.
The magazine describes Ellison as someone who is "A make-no-apologies progressive surrounded by a party of 'moderates.'" and adds that "the nation's first Muslim congressman believes true justice begins with tolerance--cultural, racial, and religious."