Newly-elected Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez articulates the kind of values that progressives pine for in their political leaders. Given the gladiatorial nature of American politics, the chances of her vision coming to fruition are probably slight; however, just getting her ideas out there in the public arena is an accomplishment, one sure to spark a great deal of heated discussion in many quarters.
While the following video is about 14 minutes in length, even watching just a few minutes will give you a measure of the woman:
You can read more about her, and see additional video, here.
UPDATE: Predictably, the perpetually aggrieved and threatened and outraged rabid right has already launched a full frontal assault on Ocasion-Cortez.
.. yes, a very refreshing young woman.. informed, motivated, capable, ascendent, resilient, curious.. quite the antithesis of a Trump or McConnell
ReplyDeleteWe need many more like her, Sal. It is the only way for democracy to be reinvigorated.
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