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RandySF

(59,146 posts)
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:14 AM Apr 2020

Ocasio-Cortez on Biden endorsement: 'We'll see'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that she’s not ready to endorse former Vice President Joe Biden's White House bid, adding that Democrats' teams have been in touch in the past 24 hours.

Speaking in a web interview with the authors of Politico Playbook, Ocasio-Cortez said that while she still wants policy assurances from Biden, in the end it will be important for Democrats to support the party's nominee in November.

“We’ll see,” Ocasio-Cortez said when asked about endorsing Biden. “We’re having conversations with Biden’s team, and trying to figure out what some of these policy conversations will look like. I would love to see the vice president clarify and deepen his policy stances on certain issues. But aside from that, I think it’s incredibly important we support the Democratic nominee in November.”

Ocasio-Cortez said she would like to see Biden take more progressive stances on health care, immigration and climate change.

The freshman lawmaker was a surrogate for Sen. Bernie Sanders before the Vermont independent ended his presidential campaign, and her reluctance to endorse Biden comes two days after the senator himself announced his support for the former vice president.

In an interview on Tuesday with The Associated Press, Sanders said it would be “irresponsible” for his supporters to refuse to back Biden, warning that it would lead to President Trump's reelection.


https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/492912-ocasio-cortez-on-biden-endorsement-well-see

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Ocasio-Cortez on Biden endorsement: 'We'll see' (Original Post) RandySF Apr 2020 OP
She wants to see if she can talk Trump into national healthcare first. Aristus Apr 2020 #1
she's pissed bc agingdem Apr 2020 #8
"Flash in the pan" PatSeg Apr 2020 #59
This! n/t MFGsunny Apr 2020 #66
hubris of youth agingdem Apr 2020 #74
And you know, PatSeg Apr 2020 #76
I'm a child of 60s and 70s.. agingdem Apr 2020 #77
Yes, we definitely made a difference PatSeg Apr 2020 #78
The children of the 60s and 70's elected Trump Mariana Apr 2020 #82
apathy elected trump agingdem Apr 2020 #84
Trump voters elected Trump. Mariana Apr 2020 #85
Agree. SharonClark Apr 2020 #28
Yeah, I feel the same. old guy Apr 2020 #30
No ambiguity there, AOC is irresponsible still_one Apr 2020 #2
AOC should probably watch out or she'll be back tending bar... Wounded Bear Apr 2020 #3
Oh FFS Walleye Apr 2020 #4
You're nothing special vercetti2021 Apr 2020 #5
listen up nykym Apr 2020 #6
Somehow she thinks she is a senior representative and not a first term rep. redstatebluegirl Apr 2020 #7
If AOC is [somehow] the 'future of the party . . . .' empedocles Apr 2020 #14
Love your last sentence. Perfect. LakeArenal Apr 2020 #32
Credit that to my Grandpa Charlie, Lord I miss that man. redstatebluegirl Apr 2020 #33
I bet you do. ❣️ for Uncle Charlie. LakeArenal Apr 2020 #34
She is facing a primary...well funded. This particular opponent is going to appeal to the district.. Demsrule86 Apr 2020 #63
Good to know. redstatebluegirl Apr 2020 #73
her main opponent is a Rethug plant, who loves Reagan, advocated privatising Social Security, & is Celerity Apr 2020 #81
People must stop treating her as the be-all and end-all wryter2000 Apr 2020 #9
She's a freshman congresswoman Danmel Apr 2020 #37
DU Thread AOC Throws Biden under bus! 🤬 SheltieLover Apr 2020 #10
Post removed Post removed Apr 2020 #19
Sure looks that way! SheltieLover Apr 2020 #24
Yes!!!!!!!! justhanginon Apr 2020 #43
Feel free to xpost cuz I don't think people are seeing this! SheltieLover Apr 2020 #44
So spot on. brush Apr 2020 #64
Pls also feel free to xpost SheltieLover Apr 2020 #69
Will do. brush Apr 2020 #70
Awesome! SheltieLover Apr 2020 #72
Post removed Post removed Apr 2020 #11
"We'll See"-- Its Time to Take that Kind of Democrat Out Before She Becomes the Next Bernie Sanders Stallion Apr 2020 #12
So do I! True Blue American Apr 2020 #57
Me Too! I want Biden to confirm that he will prosecute the entire trump team. Under The Radar Apr 2020 #13
just vote for him is all we ask. samnsara Apr 2020 #20
ABSOLUTELY! SheltieLover Apr 2020 #46
It makes a different in terms of unity. Are you saying you won't endorse Biden? Demsrule86 Apr 2020 #67
Are you saying that Biden can't influence his attorney general pick as Trump does? Under The Radar Apr 2020 #68
Who is this "we" of which she speaks? JenniferJuniper Apr 2020 #15
AOC is only all about AOC. nt MANative Apr 2020 #16
we'll see??? ..just ask her if she will vote for him..is that a 'we'll see' as well? samnsara Apr 2020 #17
When my folks said that it meant NO. LakeArenal Apr 2020 #29
There are things that I admire about AOC, but she really needs to get with the program. Arkansas Granny Apr 2020 #18
Nancy will a nice little talk with her. Coleman Apr 2020 #21
So If Not Biden, Who Is She Going To Support & Vote For? Me. Apr 2020 #22
I wonder if she really knows Biden's policies on the list she gave OKNancy Apr 2020 #23
DAMMIT!!! calimary Apr 2020 #25
He's probably better off without her endorsement Green Line Apr 2020 #26
We're having conversations with Biden's team" LakeArenal Apr 2020 #27
Why even bother? Hav Apr 2020 #31
How is her re-election coming along? left-of-center2012 Apr 2020 #35
She doesn't have to she is in a totally safe district. redstatebluegirl Apr 2020 #36
She has a well funded primary opponent who is more suitable for the district which is not super left Demsrule86 Apr 2020 #65
Her endorsement makes no difference. beastie boy Apr 2020 #38
She Is Making a Bad Mistake, Sir The Magistrate Apr 2020 #39
it depends what the goal is KayF Apr 2020 #40
If Her Goal, Ma'am, Is To Advance Left And Progressive Policies In Our Country The Magistrate Apr 2020 #49
Maybe Joe True Blue American Apr 2020 #58
I used to think she had potential for bigger and better things. comradebillyboy Apr 2020 #41
Prepare to get plowed over by a speeding Semi rufus dog Apr 2020 #42
Maybe Biden should announce he's endorsing her primary rivals. R B Garr Apr 2020 #45
Please quit with the AOC True Blue American Apr 2020 #47
I would call out any Dem who wants to hold out. RandySF Apr 2020 #53
You are giving her publicity True Blue American Apr 2020 #56
And, I thank you for Doing it.. it All Hands On Deck! Cha Apr 2020 #80
Mediaite views hers as an unequivocal endorsement. nt pnwmom Apr 2020 #87
Some People care that she said this about Joe Biden.. Cha Apr 2020 #79
For some reason she has not learned to pick her battles. I am done with her. Tech Apr 2020 #48
She's let her "status" go to her head book_worm Apr 2020 #50
I guess AOC was 'ok' at first, but now she reminds me of the idiot-in-chief. Talitha Apr 2020 #51
I think people need to be very careful downing AOC violasays Apr 2020 #52
Stay in the truck, Alexandria, we got it. jmg257 Apr 2020 #54
Ok. After this, who could possibly give a shit ehat she says? Squinch Apr 2020 #55
Yep, she needs to get over herself. A one-term rep trying to call the shots... brush Apr 2020 #61
"The flight attendant comes down the aisle with her food cart ... . 'Can I interest you betsuni Apr 2020 #60
Not endorsing the Democratic nominee AOC...well let's see if you get reelected. Demsrule86 Apr 2020 #62
more accurate title: AOC on supporting Biden: " I think it's incredibly important to support the Dem jorgevlorgan Apr 2020 #71
That should be what we see on DU. True Blue American Apr 2020 #88
Who writes these shizz-stirrer headlines? struggle4progress Apr 2020 #75
A public spat with will help Joe here in Florida. GulfCoast66 Apr 2020 #83
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Joe Biden: 'Absolutely' Must 'Rally Behind Our Democratic Nominee' pnwmom Apr 2020 #86

Aristus

(66,438 posts)
1. She wants to see if she can talk Trump into national healthcare first.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:15 AM
Apr 2020


I actually admire A O-C a great deal; but she is missing the boat on this one...

agingdem

(7,852 posts)
8. she's pissed bc
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:17 AM
Apr 2020

Biden didn't kneel before her...like right now in this moment in time that's important...AOC...flash in the pan

PatSeg

(47,567 posts)
59. "Flash in the pan"
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:41 PM
Apr 2020

That about sums it up. If she wants to be a lasting political influence, she needs to get her priorities straight. I think all the media attention went to her head and she thinks she is more influential than she really is. "Oh very young, what will you leave us this time?"

agingdem

(7,852 posts)
74. hubris of youth
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:37 PM
Apr 2020

or sit down and close your mouth and listen to the grown ups...this isn't an apocalypse video game honey..this shit is real

PatSeg

(47,567 posts)
76. And you know,
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 02:02 PM
Apr 2020

I can pass this judgment as I remember what it was like to be young. We really thought we knew everything and our parents' and grandparents' generation were clueless. Each generation does bring about change, which is good, but it isn't until we get older that we realize how much our ancestors contributed to that progress.

When it comes to our new batch of young people, ready to change the world, I agree that they need to close their mouths and listen a bit before they transform society. We need their energy, idealism, and enthusiasm, but not if they intend to burn everything down to achieve their goals. Look at what came before, take the good, alter the mistakes, and infuse some new ideas, but do so with some respect for those who made that opportunity possible.

Without progressive leaders like Nancy Pelosi, these new Justice Democrats would not have a place at the table. Acknowledgement and respect go a long way.

agingdem

(7,852 posts)
77. I'm a child of 60s and 70s..
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 02:12 PM
Apr 2020

we made a difference...and yes I want their youthful energy but more than that I want their vote...2016 it was Bernie or bust..and that malicious piece of shit is what we got...couldn't afford it then and we certainly can't afford it now...

PatSeg

(47,567 posts)
78. Yes, we definitely made a difference
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 09:32 PM
Apr 2020

in ways that many young people don't realize and there is always more to be done. Hopefully, the young progressives will see how important it is to remove Trump and many republican leaders from office before we can move forward. Lashing out at people they perceive as "moderate" or "establishment" will only set us back. That energy needs to be addressed at the real threats, starting with the White House.

Mariana

(14,860 posts)
82. The children of the 60s and 70's elected Trump
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 10:25 PM
Apr 2020

and they should not be deprived of the credit for their success. I'm sure you agree that the people most responsible for Trump being in office are the people who actually voted for him in 2016:

AGE
18-29 Clinton 55 Trump 36
30-44 Clinton 51 Trump 41
45-64 Clinton 44 Trump 52
65 & over Clinton 45 Trump 52

https://ropercenter.cornell.edu/how-groups-voted-2016

Mariana

(14,860 posts)
85. Trump voters elected Trump.
Thu Apr 16, 2020, 12:11 AM
Apr 2020

They weren't apathetic at all. The majority of older voters, the ones who cast their ballots for him in 2016, did so with great enthusiasm. Most of them will do it again in 2020.

old guy

(3,283 posts)
30. Yeah, I feel the same.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:31 AM
Apr 2020

I think I understand her feelings, but the defeat of tRump is the issue here. Policy fights can carried on after the election. Just sayin.

vercetti2021

(10,156 posts)
5. You're nothing special
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:16 AM
Apr 2020

Honestly she's too young to be in this kind of game she needs to get more experience in before she runs her mouth.

nykym

(3,063 posts)
6. listen up
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:17 AM
Apr 2020

In an interview on Tuesday with The Associated Press, Sanders said it would be “irresponsible” for his supporters to refuse to back Biden, warning that it would lead to President Trump's reelection.

redstatebluegirl

(12,265 posts)
7. Somehow she thinks she is a senior representative and not a first term rep.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:17 AM
Apr 2020

My husband says she is taking over for Bernie, Lord I hope the hell not. She has great skills, she could be the future of the party if she would just be patient and learn how everything works. Yes some of it needs repair, but if she starts the "revolution" stuff without understanding the entire country and the ENTIRE party, she will never reach her potential which is great. There are only two places you start at the top, digging a post hole and painting a barn.

Demsrule86

(68,637 posts)
63. She is facing a primary...well funded. This particular opponent is going to appeal to the district..
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:52 PM
Apr 2020

AOC has not really served her district according to my friends who live there.

Celerity

(43,485 posts)
81. her main opponent is a Rethug plant, who loves Reagan, advocated privatising Social Security, & is
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 10:08 PM
Apr 2020

being backed by the RW US Chamber of Commerce.

Good luck with that.


CNBC's Caruso-Cabrera: Eliminate Departments Of Labor, Commerce, Education And Privatize Social Security

https://crooksandliars.com/heather/cnbcs-caruso-cabrera-eliminate-departments

CNBC anchor Michelle Caruso-Cabrera visited the set of Morning Joe to push her new book You Know I'm Right and apparently we've got another Ayn Rand fan working for CNBC. After saying that the auto companies should have been allowed to fail, presumably to get rid of those pesky over paid union workers, Mike Barnicle asks her if she thinks we're going to have to raise taxes to pay our deficit.

Cabrera of course doesn't think we should raise taxes and says that instead we should cut spending. Leslie Stahl asks her where. She replies:
over paid union workers, Mike Barnicle asks her if she thinks we're going to have to raise taxes to pay our deficit.

Cabrera of course doesn't think we should raise taxes and says that instead we should cut spending. Leslie Stahl asks her where. She replies:

Easy stuff; you get rid of the Department of Labor, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Education. You can get rid of all of those. They're not necessary. You don't need that stuff done at the federal level.

But the real issue, let's talk about it – Social Security and Medicare, right? We have over promised so much that someday if we don't do something, we're going to be Greece. We're on the path to that. So what you do right now is you tell young people instead of saving that Social Security and giving it to the government, you're going to have a personal account, and that's going to be your retirement. And in the mean time, as you get closer to retirement, you're going to have to live on that money instead, because...

snip


Fucks Snooz is pushing her

https://www.foxnews.com/media/caruso-cabrera-aoc-socialism-dem-primary (sorry for the link but it for illustrative purposes)

Former CNBC anchor Michelle Caruso-Cabrera is hoping to knock Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., out in this year's primary, as she runs to take New York's 14th congressional district.

A registered Democrat and descendant of Cuban immigrants, Caruso-Cabrera has been a fierce critic of socialism and advocate for free markets. According to CNBC, she filed to run late Monday.

Her 2010 book -- titled "You Know I'm Right: More Prosperity, Less Government" -- calls out both parties for ignoring "fiscally conservative, socially liberal" Americans like herself.

She has praised former President Reagan's economic policy and called for limited government, likely putting her at odds with Ocasio-Cortez's large-scale plans like the "Green New Deal." Ocasio-Cortez, who supports "democratic socialism," has faced other challengers for 2020, but Caruso-Cabrera seemed to be the most prominent to announce. Her website describes the race as "MCC vs. AOC," referring to the initials commonly used to describe Ocasio-Cortez.


snip


she is backed by the primarily RW US Chamber of Congress

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dccc-alexandria-ocasio-cortez_n_5e9758b0c5b682e0de5a253a?ncid=engmodushpmg00000004

She has also landed the influential endorsement of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a deep-pocketed front group for big business that disproportionately supports Republicans.


snip


Chamber of Commerce backs AOC's primary challenger

https://www.politico.com/news/2020/04/09/chamber-commerce-aoc-primary-challenger-175917

The traditionally conservative U.S. Chamber of Commerce is planning to endorse a primary challenger to progressive icon Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a move that represents a dramatic intervention in a Democratic race.

The influential organization typically supports Republican candidates who are closely aligned with the business community. But the Chamber has decided to help Michelle Caruso-Cabrera, a former CNBC anchor who is waging an underdog challenge to Ocasio-Cortez. The freshman New York City congresswoman is perhaps the most prominent liberal in the House.

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wryter2000

(46,076 posts)
9. People must stop treating her as the be-all and end-all
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:18 AM
Apr 2020

She's a junior Congresswoman. She doesn't speak for the party.

Response to SheltieLover (Reply #10)

SheltieLover

(57,073 posts)
24. Sure looks that way!
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:25 AM
Apr 2020

🤬

This is my take xposted from thread referenced above:

In AOC's egocentric little mind, Joe failed to reach out to her. Remember her complaint of a few days ago?

Now think back to photos of AOC when she hits someone with a zinger in public. That snotty little, self-satisfied smirk.

And now this!

Anyone else reminded of the mean girls in middle school?

She also has supported ousting long-term Dem public servants. While there is often room for improvement with the existing structure, why not throw your weight, or big mouth in this case, behind DEM candidates fighting the REAL enemy. But then, I guess reality is subjective & AOC's "enemy" is not necessarily that of the Dem party.

Her opponent is said to be backed by big money conservative groups!

It would be wonderful if the DNC could get a REAL Dem to primary her. I have no knowledge of how this all works, deadlines & such, but this snotty vindictive, egocentric little middle school mentality needs to GO!

SheltieLover

(57,073 posts)
69. Pls also feel free to xpost
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:09 PM
Apr 2020

People are not seeing this, it seems.

Don't forget that the vast majority of what we communicate is nonverbal!

So please feel free to copy or rewrite, etc & get the word out.

It can, at first, be funny when AOC does the zinzger & snotty snear to or about a repuke, but she has reportedly thrown Joe under the bus & now is saying "we'll see" bs withholding endorsement.

Guessing she voted for Stein. 🤬

SheltieLover

(57,073 posts)
72. Awesome!
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:17 PM
Apr 2020

Not sure if it would violate TOS here to start such a thread. I'm new & don't want to violate rules.

But her middle-school snotty bs is patently obvious.

Nancy should send her to the corner & make her sit with a DUNCE hat on.
🤬

Response to RandySF (Original post)

Stallion

(6,476 posts)
12. "We'll See"-- Its Time to Take that Kind of Democrat Out Before She Becomes the Next Bernie Sanders
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:19 AM
Apr 2020

I hope she gets a strong Democratic opponent in the next election (ie 2022)

Under The Radar

(3,404 posts)
13. Me Too! I want Biden to confirm that he will prosecute the entire trump team.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:19 AM
Apr 2020

But with only Joe remaining in the race, I don’t see where my endorsement or AOC’s really makes any difference.

Demsrule86

(68,637 posts)
67. It makes a different in terms of unity. Are you saying you won't endorse Biden?
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:08 PM
Apr 2020

And Biden can't prosecute anyone. That will be up to whoever is the attorney general.

Arkansas Granny

(31,525 posts)
18. There are things that I admire about AOC, but she really needs to get with the program.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:22 AM
Apr 2020

We don't need any division in the Democratic party right now. First we have to win the election. The details can be hammered out later.

Coleman

(854 posts)
21. Nancy will a nice little talk with her.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:24 AM
Apr 2020

Does she want to stuck on some boring subcommittee looking at highway right-of-ways? One that never gets TV time or print.

Me.

(35,454 posts)
22. So If Not Biden, Who Is She Going To Support & Vote For?
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:24 AM
Apr 2020

And I suppose she wants unqualified support from the Dems? That will be a big hardee har.


OKNancy

(41,832 posts)
23. I wonder if she really knows Biden's policies on the list she gave
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:24 AM
Apr 2020

Climate - supports Green New Deal
Health care - strengthen Obamacare, expand Medicaid, keep insurance or opt into Medicare, lower age to 60
Immigration - I haven't studied that, but I'm sure it's better than Trump!!

calimary

(81,432 posts)
25. DAMMIT!!!
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:26 AM
Apr 2020

DAMMIT, AOC, Get with the program! This is NO time to hem and haw. If it’s good enough for Elizabeth Warren, why isn’t it good enough for YOU???

Hellbent on holding out for the perfect impossible dream rather than the good that’s actually IN HAND, RIGHT NOW.

LakeArenal

(28,835 posts)
27. We're having conversations with Biden's team"
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:30 AM
Apr 2020

Who is this royal “we” she speaks of?

This “we” had discussed it with “us” and “we” think she should take an chill pill.

Hav

(5,969 posts)
31. Why even bother?
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:33 AM
Apr 2020

Does Biden's team spend the same amount of time with every single Dem in Congress or just those who haven't grown up yet?
Seriously, just go on without trying to please and appease everyone. Biden has already shown signs to acknowledge the Warren and Bernie wing by adopting parts of their plans. No one will be moved to vote for Biden just because of her.

redstatebluegirl

(12,265 posts)
36. She doesn't have to she is in a totally safe district.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:42 AM
Apr 2020

Her only problem is if at some point the party runs someone against her in the primary. That may happen the longer she holds out on supporting the ticket this year.

Demsrule86

(68,637 posts)
65. She has a well funded primary opponent who is more suitable for the district which is not super left
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:59 PM
Apr 2020

It is Queens and the Bronx...working people who were furious about the Amazon thing. Hubs comes from that area. We know people there and most don't like her. She only won because they didn't even know there was a primary. She could lose. And they are Democrats in that district not Justice Democrats...she needs to watch her step. I hope she loses the primary and we get a new Democrat who won't attack other Democrats and the party. The district will go blue no matter what. Of course I support her if she survives the primary.

beastie boy

(9,402 posts)
38. Her endorsement makes no difference.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:45 AM
Apr 2020

Bernie already endorsed Biden, and AOC's base is virtually identical to hers. Her endorsement will barely make a ripple.She is in no position to make demands in exchange for an endorsement.

The only thing that she can still use as leverage is her vote in November, and her vote is only marginally more significant than mine. If she doesn't vote for Biden, she loses her seat, 100%. This will likely be the end of her political career.

The Magistrate

(95,252 posts)
39. She Is Making a Bad Mistake, Sir
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:46 AM
Apr 2020

It may be one she cannot recover from, if persisted in much longer. That would be a shame. I think she has potential for a valuable career in politics.


"Defeat of a hated enemy is something to be for."

KayF

(1,345 posts)
40. it depends what the goal is
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:53 AM
Apr 2020

if she wants to rise in the ranks and become the next Joe Crowley, then I agree that this is a mistake but I don't think that's her goal.

The Magistrate

(95,252 posts)
49. If Her Goal, Ma'am, Is To Advance Left And Progressive Policies In Our Country
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:03 PM
Apr 2020

She is making a very bad mistake. One the left has been making for a long time. Every time the left makes clear it cannot be relied on for support in the coalition that constitutes the Democratic Party, the left loses more influence. When the threat of withholding support actually does result in defeat for the Party, the result is not that the rest come hat in hand to the left apologizing and asking what they can do to make their error right. Rather it is simply dislike, even hatred for leftist factions which act as saboteurs, and a resolve to find more reliable voters elsewhere. Which means moving further towards the center. Even by the loosest definition, the 'progressive left' constitutes no more than a third of the Party's primary electorate. From such a minority share, posturing as the 'base' of the Party, or proclaiming 'we are the Democratic wing of the Democratic Party' is worse than futile. It is destructive and alienating, particularly when the threat of withholding support in elections lurks always in the background. The base of the Party are those who can be relied to vote for its candidates, come hell or high water.


"Defeat of a hated enemy is something to be for."

 

rufus dog

(8,419 posts)
42. Prepare to get plowed over by a speeding Semi
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:57 AM
Apr 2020

Like tRump this isn't about you. She has jack shit without the Party AND she could be sacrificed if she pushes it too far.

There are times when saying nothing is the best path, she needs to learn, now is not the time to try to be in the spotlight.

Like tRump and his name on the checks, be careful what you do.

Cha

(297,506 posts)
80. And, I thank you for Doing it.. it All Hands On Deck!
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 09:58 PM
Apr 2020

I see someone's had a talk with her and now she's endorsing Joe Biden.

Cha

(297,506 posts)
79. Some People care that she said this about Joe Biden..
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 09:57 PM
Apr 2020

And, somebody obviously had a talk with her bc now she's endorsed him.

Talitha

(6,611 posts)
51. I guess AOC was 'ok' at first, but now she reminds me of the idiot-in-chief.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:06 PM
Apr 2020

It's all about MEEEEEEEEEEE.

violasays

(50 posts)
52. I think people need to be very careful downing AOC
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:08 PM
Apr 2020

People my age and a little older (so Gen Y to Millennials) love AOC. She gets social media, she knows how to market herself, she's a WOC, she's extremely attractive, and she's outspoken. I don't particularly like her, and I don't understand why she's making an arse of herself when even Senator Sanders has gotten in line with supporting our nominee, but AOC has a large upside being a young, pretty, Latina who is highly intelligent and engaging. Attempting to dismiss her or fling mud at her could really, really backfire with the younger voters that VP Biden will need to support him.

brush

(53,827 posts)
61. Yep, she needs to get over herself. A one-term rep trying to call the shots...
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:48 PM
Apr 2020

on policy planks. The Speaker will be calling her into her office soon.

betsuni

(25,598 posts)
60. "The flight attendant comes down the aisle with her food cart ... . 'Can I interest you
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:46 PM
Apr 2020

in the chicken?' she asks. 'Or would you prefer the platter of shit with broken glass in it?'"

AOC: "We'll see."

Demsrule86

(68,637 posts)
62. Not endorsing the Democratic nominee AOC...well let's see if you get reelected.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 12:49 PM
Apr 2020

You are facing a well funded primary. Maybe you should ask Joe Biden for an endorsement...might save your seat.

jorgevlorgan

(8,323 posts)
71. more accurate title: AOC on supporting Biden: " I think it's incredibly important to support the Dem
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:13 PM
Apr 2020

Nominee in November."

True Blue American

(17,988 posts)
88. That should be what we see on DU.
Thu Apr 16, 2020, 06:21 AM
Apr 2020

Not divisive headlines. I am sorry, this is how I feel. As soon as the post was read, we all took off.

Then a hundred posts later we find AOC endorsed Joe on a show only women watch!

struggle4progress

(118,327 posts)
75. Who writes these shizz-stirrer headlines?
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 01:39 PM
Apr 2020

She said: Right now, the stakes are just so high when it comes to another four years of Trump. I think it’s really important that we rally around the Democratic nominee in November

GulfCoast66

(11,949 posts)
83. A public spat with will help Joe here in Florida.
Wed Apr 15, 2020, 11:21 PM
Apr 2020

I have 3 republican coworkers who unsolicited told me they planned on voting for Biden. None of the religious zealots and they really don’t follow politics like I do. AOC on the trail for Biden would be a liability here. He should, and will just ignore her.

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86. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Joe Biden: 'Absolutely' Must 'Rally Behind Our Democratic Nominee'
Thu Apr 16, 2020, 01:46 AM
Apr 2020

That's Mediaites take.

https://www.mediaite.com/news/alexandria-ocasio-cortez-endorses-joe-biden-absolutely-must-rally-behind-our-democratic-nominee/

Progressive New York Democratic Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivered an unequivocal endorsement of former Vice President Joe Biden’s candidacy, saying that voters “absolutely” should “rally behind our Democratic nominee in November.”

On Wednesday’s edition of ABC’s The View, host Whoopi Goldberg asked AOC if she’d “be able to do the same thing” as Bernie Sanders and endorse Biden, and whether “it’s time to have a conversation with Joe?”

“Absolutely,” she replied, adding that “the stakes are too high when it comes to another four years of Trump.”

Her remarks went beyond having a “conversation” about endorsing Biden, though, as AOC went on to say “I think it’s really important that we rally behind our Democratic nominee in November,” and argued explicitly against voting third party.

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