Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez actually said...

"I think this is important, and relevant connections that should be clearly communicated."

"My vision is one that gives tribes the opportunity to provide input early and often, lets land managers decide where mining should occur, and provides a fair return for taxpayers."

"The decision was based on sound science, community input, robust tribal consultation, and, at the end of the day, the best interests of the American people."

"You can't put your tailings waste facility on our land because that will expose us to potential Superfund liability."