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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is an American politician and activist serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she gained national attention for her progressive policies and advocacy on issues such as climate change, healthcare, and economic inequality. Ocasio-Cortez is known for her grassroots campaigning and her ability to mobilize young voters, making her a prominent figure in the progressive wing of the party.

Apr 21, 2021

Yes. And, in fact, in the case of the Dakota Access Pipeline, it was originally supposed to be constructed through a wealthier and Whiter neighborhood.

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Apr 21, 2021

We have heard that it is a socialist conspiracy takeover to bring down climate emissions below the IPCC report of 1.5 degrees Celsius.

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Apr 20, 2021

It is going to be an all-hands-on-deck approach. And we refuse to leave any community behind.

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Apr 19, 2021

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez recently called SALT 'a gift to billionaires.'

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Apr 16, 2021

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called it completely and utterly unacceptable, adding upholding the xenophobic and racist policies of the Trump administration, including the historically low and plummeted refugee cap is flat out…

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Apr 13, 2021

the Velazquez and Ocasio-Cortez legislation would start a process that could take years.

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Apr 13, 2021

we have an opportunity right now to leapfrog, to not just catch up and patch up holes in walls.

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Apr 13, 2021

I think that this is something we really need to talk about, that when it comes to homelessness in this country, it is a climate issue.

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Apr 13, 2021

the climate crisis does not impact all communities equally.

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