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.
Yet 74 percent of Americans, Republican and Democrat, believe in a path to citizenship for DACA recipients.
I do not know a group of people that oftentimes are more patriotic to this country than DACA recipients.
They serve in our healthcare systems, they serve our elderly, they are nursing home workers, and we are having a hearing today as to why people who are American--they are American--do not deserve healthcare.
I was unable to be present for rollcall No. 298 due to the limited voting window made available for members. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on rollcall No. 298. Stated against:
I would be remiss without mentioning with some of the comments just shared that we have heard Native governments across this country stand up against the Keystone XL Pipeline, the Dakota Access Pipeline, that stood up against being…
I strongly oppose this legislation, and I am grateful for the opportunity to weigh in.





