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politics18 days ago•2 min saved

AOC: Change the country, not chase a title amid 2028 chatter

At a Chicago forum, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said her ambition is to change the country rather than pursue a specific office, highlighting lifelong policy goals like single-payer healthcare, a living wage, workers’ rights and women’s rights. The remarks come as Democrats jockey for the 2028 nomination and amid early polling of potential contenders, while she emphasizes making daily decisions to meet the moment rather than clinging to a title.

via The Guardian|

#2028-election #aoc #living-wage

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

AOC walks a tightrope with progressives as 2028 decision nears

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is trying to win over left-wing critics who say she cares too much about mainstream approval while weighing a 2028 White House bid. She has taken a tougher line on Israel funding to appease the left and is working to repair ties with the DSA after past strains, all while navigating loyalties to former allies and potential Senate runs. The maneuver could complicate any left-leaning presidential bid and influence her general-election prospects.

via Axios|

#2028 #aoc #dsa

politics3 months ago•21 min saved

AOC's Munich Weekend Signals a Rough Path to 2028

OutKick portrays Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Munich weekend as a setback for her 2028 bid, highlighting a shaky response on Taiwan defense and a later quip about cowboy origins that sparked social-media mockery. The piece argues the gaffes suggest she’s not yet ready for the national stage, while noting Democratic shifts on immigration compared with Clinton/Obama, framing the weekend as a challenging hurdle for her candidacy.

via OutKick|

#2028-election #alexandria-ocasio-cortez #aoc

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Airline Ceases Operations Following License Revocation

An airline has shut down after losing its Air Operator's Certificate (AOC), with several other airlines worldwide also ceasing operations due to license revocations, bankruptcy, or safety issues, highlighting the importance of regulatory compliance in the aviation industry.

via Yahoo Finance|

#airline #aoc #bankruptcy

politics7 months ago•1 min saved

Zohran Mamdani Gains National Support in NYC Mayoral Race

Mamdani is rallying support by aligning with populist and progressive figures like Sanders and AOC, while challenging Hochul's stance on tax policies; he leads in polls over Cuomo and Sliwa, with Cuomo attempting to rebrand as the true Democrat and appealing to conservatives to oppose Mamdani.

via Politico|

#aoc #hochul #mamdani

politics7 months ago•2 min saved

Progressive Leaders Clash and Clarify Stances on Government Shutdown

The article criticizes Democrats, including AOC and Bernie Sanders, for their role in the government shutdown, accusing them of hypocrisy and obstruction while highlighting President Trump's efforts to mitigate the impact on service members and low-income Americans.

via The White House (.gov)|

#aoc #berniesanders #cnnstunt

politics7 months ago•2 min saved

Progressives oppose GOP healthcare vote to end shutdown

The US government shutdown continues as Senate votes on funding bills fail, with progressives like Bernie Sanders and AOC rejecting Republican promises of healthcare subsidies without legislative guarantees, amid ongoing political standoff and federal worker hardships.

via The Guardian|

#aoc #bernie-sanders #healthcare

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Schumer Navigates Democratic Strategies Amid Shutdown Threats

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is coordinating with liberal groups to adopt a more aggressive stance against Republicans and President Trump regarding the government shutdown, reflecting internal party tensions and potential challenges from progressive figures like AOC, with outside groups actively supporting a fight to oppose funding compromises.

via Axios|

#aoc #democrats #government-shutdown

politics8 months ago•7 min saved

AOC and Democrats Clash Over Charlie Kirk Resolution

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez opposed a House resolution that whitewashed Charlie Kirk's extremist views, highlighting his racist and divisive rhetoric, and criticizing many Democrats for supporting the resolution, which she argued legitimizes harmful ideologies.

via People's World|

#aoc #charlie-kirk #democratic-party

politics8 months ago•1 min saved

Schwarzenegger and AOC Criticize California Redistricting Plans

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez campaigns for California's Prop 50, opposing gerrymandering and rallying Democratic support with ads featuring prominent figures like Newsom and Elizabeth Warren, while opponents highlight endorsements from Arnold Schwarzenegger.

via Politico|

#aoc #california-gerrymander #campaign-ads

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

AOC Ordered to Pay Additional Fees for 2021 Met Gala Attendance

The House Ethics Committee found that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez impermissibly accepted gifts related to her 2021 Met Gala appearance, including free admission for her partner and underpayment for attire, but she intends to remedy the remaining amounts. The committee also reviewed allegations against Rep. Mike Kelly regarding stock trades by his wife but found no evidence of intentional insider trading, though it advised Kelly to divest from certain shares.

via CNN|

#aoc #ethics-report #gifts

politics10 months ago•3 min saved

AOC Ordered to Pay Additional Fees for Met Gala Attendance, Ethics Panel Finds

The House Ethics Committee found that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez violated gift rules by accepting free items and services for her 2021 Met Gala appearance, but she was not sanctioned after agreeing to repay the value of the gifts and expenses. The report highlighted delays in payment and efforts to determine fair market value, emphasizing that her attendance was not deemed impermissible.

via The Washington Post|

#aoc #ethics #house-gift-rules

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

AOC Ordered to Pay Over $2,900 for Met Gala Expenses

The House Ethics Committee found that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez underpaid for her 2021 Met Gala attendance and ordered her to pay an additional $3,000, concluding the matter once the payments are made, with no sanctions beyond this requirement.

via Axios|

#aoc #ethics #house-rules

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

AOC fined over Met Gala ethics violations and gift rules

The House Ethics Committee concluded its investigation into Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's 2021 Met Gala appearance, finding she impermissibly accepted gifts and requiring her to pay nearly $3,000 to settle the matter, though she took steps to comply with gift rules.

via Business Insider|

#aoc #ethics #gifts

politics10 months ago•2 min saved

AOC's Office Vandalized Amidst Pro-Palestine Tensions and Political Disputes

The office of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the Bronx was vandalized with red paint and a threatening sign following her vote against a defense bill that included aid to Israel, amid ongoing threats to her safety. She criticized false claims about her voting record and emphasized the dangerous threat environment faced by her staff.

via The Guardian|

#aoc #political-violence #politics