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.
Madam Speaker, I thank so many Members who have shown up today in support. Although not everyone has been able to speak, Representatives Castro, DeLauro, and Barragan have also risen, along with many, many others, and I appreciate…
Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer), our majority leader, who has stood up for every Member in this body, and for decency across parties.
Madam Speaker, once again, I am so thankful to all of our colleagues who are coming and standing up today, again, not just for one incident, but for all of us in this country. I yield to the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. Wasserman Schultz).
Madam Speaker, I thank Representative Pocan for his brilliance. Madam Speaker, I think the gentleman brings up such an excellent point, something we had all seen, that what we are seeing here is a resounding rejection of abuse and…
Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Pocan), who is also the co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and another wonderful champion for all people.
Madam Speaker, I thank Representative Green for his comments. His words brought tears to my eyes. I think that the relationship particularly between fathers and daughters is a very sacred one, and it is a very special one. But I also know…
Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague from Michigan (Representative Lawrence) for her comments. As I had indicated earlier, having a daughter does not make a decent man, having a wife does not make a decent man, but treating people with…
Madam Speaker, I would take a moment to thank Representative Velazquez for her precedent and her leadership as well. Before I was a young Puerto Rican woman upending an incumbent, Velazquez was as well. Every single one of us, as women…





