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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.
I want people to understand, for my Republican colleagues who assure what is in and not in this bill, in this process that has been this rushed, when you wake up in the morning, you will realize that you voted to defund Planned Parenthood…
We are cutting money and health care from people and families who are suffering to pay for tax cuts for the rich.
It's actually clear to me that the underlying dynamics in the caucus have not shifted with respect to seniority as much as I think would be necessary.
He was a skilled statesman on the international stage, an accomplished legislator in Congress, a visionary executive on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, a fierce defender of democracy, an environmental champion, and a mentor to so…
the role of the top Democratic lawmaker on the panel was a 'profound and consequential one'
We've asked for the opportunity to do this in the light of day so that people can call their representatives' offices in order to stop this disaster.
I will not yield because it was a terribly disrespectful comment, and I will not yield to disrespectful men.
There are 13.7 million Americans on the other side of that screen there. Hello, hello. I’m talking to you because I work for you.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was among the first politicians on Capitol Hill to offer three months of paid parental leave to her entire staff.
It’s actually clear to me that the underlying dynamics in the caucus have not shifted with respect to seniority as much as I think would be necessary, and so I believe I’ll be staying put at Energy and Commerce.
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