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.
What we are seeing here is that the drafters of this bill make it very clear which industries they are concerned about.
If we truly care about climate change, and we care about this environment and we care about this planet, that we are moving forward based on decisions that actually make sense.
The money made from oil and gas production isn't even going to everyday Americans' pockets. It is lining the pockets of oil and gas executives.
how they over-promise on the benefits of extractive projects, and then they under-estimate or completely neglect harm to local communities.
It is really a chaotic time. So, it is a bit strange, I think, for this Committee... to be holding a hearing on space mining based on an aspiration that is possibly decades down the line, while our country is facing real crises.
One might look to cut private industry profits or to halt fossil fuel exports so that Americans can see the benefits of our energy production.
I agree with my colleagues across the aisle that it is essential for policymakers to take seriously how energy policies are going to affect the energy prices that are faced by everyday Americans.
I think the Republican side of the aisle made the case quite clearly today as to why we should not vote for censure. Right now, you can tell how weak their arguments are because they are grasping for straws, trying to do their best ``My…





