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Buckeyeblue

(5,491 posts)
72. I like her spirit
Tue Nov 13, 2018, 05:18 PM
Nov 2018

She'll figure out how to reign it in. Or she won't and she'll forever be an outlier who gets nothing done.

I suspect that the people she represents will rein her in if she goes too far. CaliforniaPeggy Nov 2018 #1
No but protesting at Nancy's office on your first day of orientation says a lot. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #3
Did you watch the video of her saying why she was at the protest? Blue_true Nov 2018 #9
Would you give me the synopsis? WhiteTara Nov 2018 #25
Lol. Apparently to DEMAND legislative action on climate change. Hortensis Nov 2018 #65
Oh my, that is definitely being confused. WhiteTara Nov 2018 #71
Right. There's a lot more power inside than out. Hortensis Nov 2018 #75
You are comparing her to Palin? ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #76
no, my dear Chubby WhiteTara Nov 2018 #83
I am not your dear ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #85
Well, alrighty then. WhiteTara Nov 2018 #88
Begging for a fight? ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #92
Here I am, Chubby. The comparison was between Hortensis Nov 2018 #95
Nope. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #93
Come On, Star ProfessorGAC Nov 2018 #184
Demanding something of the incoming Speaker of the House even before she's been sworn in? George II Nov 2018 #106
That was what I was chuckling over. Kinda cute, Hortensis Nov 2018 #117
Who is her mentor? NastyRiffraff Nov 2018 #123
She didn't protest JonLP24 Nov 2018 #149
I don't think it's so much why she was at the protest than that she WAS at the protest. George II Nov 2018 #125
She's already gone too far. kstewart33 Nov 2018 #171
I'm not that worried about it. maxsolomon Nov 2018 #2
Ding-Ding.. disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #8
Who are these "some"? wasupaloopa Nov 2018 #61
Look around... disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #165
You shouldn't keep omitting the ex-Republican connections R B Garr Nov 2018 #145
lol... OK disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #164
That's truly hilarious. The thing in common with anti-Democrat R B Garr Nov 2018 #168
The right sure is attacking her. Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #11
That's been reason enough for many here on DU to say Pelosi is a "bad choice." ehrnst Nov 2018 #54
Ooph! NurseJackie Nov 2018 #89
Wait a minute! That's our job! Iggo Nov 2018 #135
The RIGHT is very triggered disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #166
I am not a fan of hers... nycbos Nov 2018 #4
I assume that Pelosi will have a talk with her at some point before January 3rd. Caliman73 Nov 2018 #77
Just about every elected Democrat in Queens is against tax handouts to Amazon BeyondGeography Nov 2018 #5
Not surprised. Some would rather our party do nothing with our new found power Tom Rivers Nov 2018 #26
Republicans are in control of the Senate for at least 2 years , maybe more. octoberlib Nov 2018 #43
No, it forces their hand Tom Rivers Nov 2018 #131
Agree mountain grammy Nov 2018 #138
Hearings on the important things, like climate change will help a lot getting it to the public. Autumn Nov 2018 #175
+1000 Power 2 the People Nov 2018 #60
But those other Democrats don't have Ocasio-Cortez's history, which riles some DUers Jim Lane Nov 2018 #158
Nailed it BeyondGeography Nov 2018 #159
spot on Celerity Nov 2018 #170
Absolutely! Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #172
Ocasio-Cortez Has Some Growing Up to Do dlk Nov 2018 #6
I will keep this post in mind when this goes forward. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #12
Kind of like Avenatti nt lillypaddle Nov 2018 #63
I think she needs to learn what can be changed and what probably cannot spooky3 Nov 2018 #155
She is young enough to survive the mistakes YessirAtsaFact Nov 2018 #7
It's often difficult to overcome a bad first impression. comradebillyboy Nov 2018 #35
She makes herself look naive. rogue emissary Nov 2018 #10
I see Independent in her future yes. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #13
Thing is, I'm fine with that. rogue emissary Nov 2018 #18
probably so... It might work out better for her if she can't be a collaborative player. hlthe2b Nov 2018 #115
I see rude awakening in her future. GoCubsGo Nov 2018 #192
Maybe she is just brash enough HopeAgain Nov 2018 #14
Well I was in the student movement in the Johnson era and I never went against a redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #16
How is having a position on Amazon HopeAgain Nov 2018 #20
Not as bad as her being present at the protest at Nancy's office. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #22
So why don't we talk about Climate Change more? HopeAgain Nov 2018 #45
We need to, but she has no power right now. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #47
So let's just sit back because we have no power? HopeAgain Nov 2018 #53
Really? ProfessorPlum Nov 2018 #189
"Hey, hey, LBJ! How many kids did you kill today?" nt. Mariana Nov 2018 #190
Give her a call ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #15
I emailed this morning, we shall see. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #17
Email is pointless Loki Liesmith Nov 2018 #29
Doubtful. There's no way in hell that would work out for the right, because mostly, JCanete Nov 2018 #19
Her being present at the protest at Nancy's office is my main complaint. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #21
It is a protest that apparently Pelosi has welcomed, and if you watched the video included, Cortez JCanete Nov 2018 #23
She needs to sit back and learn, this is not hit the ground running. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #24
I disagree, for the very reasons I stated. Her visibility is valuable to getting the issues she JCanete Nov 2018 #30
I have been a working member of this party fore a long time "(not that you are)". redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #34
What? What agenda is that? You need to make that case, cuz that sounds way out of the box to me. nt JCanete Nov 2018 #37
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The agenda is a far left one, from a new member. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #41
There is nothing far left about those positions. Quit using republican framing and maybe we could JCanete Nov 2018 #49
Too many people forget the Democratic Party is a Coalition. We can walk and chew gum...but... haele Nov 2018 #107
Very well said. kstewart33 Nov 2018 #173
hahahahha. Wow, so you've got nothing except an ad hominem. Okay. Glad we've cleared that up. nt JCanete Nov 2018 #48
Yes, God forbid we do anything about imploding global climate if it's "disruptive" hatrack Nov 2018 #162
She is one congress rep out of 435. She isn't that important. KWR65 Nov 2018 #27
This message was self-deleted by its author redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #31
then, if you accept everythign you just said, how would she be a problem? That was your premise. JCanete Nov 2018 #32
Because the other side doesn't care, they will latch on to her and use her as a poster child redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #36
But when people say the same about Speaker Pelosi (in terms of being Celerity Nov 2018 #163
They'll do it anyway, at any time. Especially to women of color. SharonAnn Nov 2018 #188
She's a Betty that looks like a Veronica Ciaphas Cain Nov 2018 #28
Can you explain that analogy a bit more? irisblue Nov 2018 #42
They all lost. octoberlib Nov 2018 #52
In the Archies, wasn't Betty the one who often started trouble and in-fighting? TheBlackAdder Nov 2018 #96
What is there to support about the Amazon decision? WhiskeyGrinder Nov 2018 #33
Exactly SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #112
Representatives are much more focussed on what matters to their district jberryhill Nov 2018 #38
She's right to speak out on the tax breaks and other freebies DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #40
I agree, but the people who might find a job might not. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #44
These are corporate HQ's... vi5 Nov 2018 #50
Yep, I'd bet few of these jobs DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #104
Why would that be a problem? fescuerescue Nov 2018 #176
Amazon is a publically traded company Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Nov 2018 #67
Fine, then they don't need tax subsidies DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #105
Then talk to the powers that be in NYC Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Nov 2018 #133
I'm happy my state "lost" out DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #161
I agree. I can't believe this is even controversial. I think people just want to hate this woman SweetieD Nov 2018 #178
Actually other Democrats are now coming around to her original position on Amazon. vi5 Nov 2018 #46
Good grief, I am not saying Amazon is right. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #51
What makes you think you know "the system" any better than AOC? Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #66
Um. She had NO CHALLENGER. geezus. Bfd Nov 2018 #152
Not in the primary. Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #174
No one campaigned against her. No One. She should have had to fight the battle Bfd Nov 2018 #180
You and I are usually on the same page but Ocasio might just change things MaryMagdaline Nov 2018 #129
This message was self-deleted by its author Bfd Nov 2018 #151
The tax ensentives are happening on a state and local level. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #57
So she does not represent her district? vi5 Nov 2018 #114
Of course she represents her district, but the deal is done it seems. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #128
Wow, who knew. vi5 Nov 2018 #130
It was you who brought her up in the context of Amazon and tax give-aways. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #132
It's really not that interesting BannonsLiver Nov 2018 #186
I look forward to her energy and passion for the causes that are dear to me. I love the diversity Nanjeanne Nov 2018 #55
Same here. Like a puppy, she will learn to conserve her energy. Blue_true Nov 2018 #121
Don't care for her Meowmee Nov 2018 #56
Call her and let her know ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #59
I think you're missing Meowmee Nov 2018 #157
Love her. Iggo Nov 2018 #136
Bull matt819 Nov 2018 #58
I am thinking Alan Grayson. Sneederbunk Nov 2018 #62
Oh I have to agree with you!! Thekaspervote Nov 2018 #156
Spot on kcr Nov 2018 #181
Newest Attention Seeker... LovingA2andMI Nov 2018 #64
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BREAKING: NYC Council Speaker is breaking from NYC Leaders... brooklynite Nov 2018 #69
The right & Trumpsters will hold her up as the poster child representing all of the Left elocs Nov 2018 #70
I like her spirit Buckeyeblue Nov 2018 #72
she may run for president Joe941 Nov 2018 #73
Not in 2020.... Adrahil Nov 2018 #87
Too young by 6+ years. nt Blue_true Nov 2018 #122
I think she only cares about her district and constituents AlexSFCA Nov 2018 #74
She might be, but could end up being an asset, too. It's her call DFW Nov 2018 #78
I'm afraid she'll go the way of Alan Grayson. . . DinahMoeHum Nov 2018 #79
That's a very apt comparison. It would be a shame if that happened. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #169
In her 1st day she has become a 1st class pain in the ass. Fox News couldn't be happier. Botany Nov 2018 #80
Yes it's horrible to tell the protesters we must let leader Pelosi know we have her back in Autumn Nov 2018 #81
She'll be much more of an asset than a problem. Yavin4 Nov 2018 #82
I like her. David__77 Nov 2018 #84
She is "our party" Cuthbert Allgood Nov 2018 #86
I have never been impressed with AOC Gothmog Nov 2018 #90
She needs to learn quickly, or she may be "one-and-done". NurseJackie Nov 2018 #91
' you never get a second-chance to make a first impression' melman Nov 2018 #97
It's all subjective, of course, but ... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #100
Wow, that's an interesting twist on "judging someone". As for me, I based my successful career.... George II Nov 2018 #103
Agreed! That certainly makes MORE sense than... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #108
lol melman Nov 2018 #139
... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #141
Woof, woof! George II Nov 2018 #142
Who's a good boy?! NurseJackie Nov 2018 #143
You're so right about that - her mistakes could do her in FakeNoose Nov 2018 #98
She is the best melman Nov 2018 #94
I don't see it that way. pwb Nov 2018 #99
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Nobody is bashing her. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #111
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Same window "Any Dem Anywhere" went out of. Iggo Nov 2018 #140
You say problem I say opportunity Corvo Bianco Nov 2018 #102
We are all entitled to our opinion Chickensoup Nov 2018 #109
How do you figure that "Nancy is far more of a problem"? NurseJackie Nov 2018 #113
The nonstop ATTACKS of our LEADER on this board FUCKING INFURIATE ME Eliot Rosewater Nov 2018 #127
The GOP attacks Nancy Pelosi because she is so very effective Gothmog Nov 2018 #119
A problem in that she is going to finally drag it out of the 90's and into the 21st century? SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #110
the 90's were over a long time ago, the party has already moved beyond the 90's. JHan Nov 2018 #118
She is going to do just fine. Dave Starsky Nov 2018 #120
I was not happy to see her beat Crowley or get into other races. Blue_true Nov 2018 #124
Amazon is the new plantation, updated for the 21st century. guillaumeb Nov 2018 #126
Nah. Iggo Nov 2018 #137
Meanwhile, Steny Hoyer is presenting a direct threat to Pelosi's leadership chances SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #144
Why are you spreading disinformation? Denzil_DC Nov 2018 #148
This thread is a great example of the failures of teaching civics in our schools BannonsLiver Nov 2018 #187
Message auto-removed Name removed Nov 2018 #193
Source? That is not true. Bfd Nov 2018 #182
Yes, agreed. nt R B Garr Nov 2018 #146
It's about damn time someone breaks with New York's leaders. SaschaHM Nov 2018 #147
+1000 JonLP24 Nov 2018 #153
Using Amazon is a bad example JonLP24 Nov 2018 #150
Not worried sfwriter Nov 2018 #154
Look; the voters have spoken. Onyrleft Nov 2018 #160
Nobody is trying to do that. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #167
Meh. You are giving her more credit and power than she merits. KPN Nov 2018 #177
Said this from day one. djg21 Nov 2018 #179
The concern for her presence is only "a threat" in the Media's need for drama. Bfd Nov 2018 #183
Talk to her voters DeafAngelboy23 Nov 2018 #185
Let her get sworn in and learn her way around DC before we start jumping on her struggle4progress Nov 2018 #191
She's gonna be a problem for the right.... disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #194
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