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Ocasio-Cortez’s Woke Pivot Under Fire | Annapolis News
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing backlash for seemingly distancing herself from progressive stances like defunding the police, sparking debate over authenticity and political strategy. Her comments on ABC’s “This Week,” including a joke about “woke” being crazy, drew criticism from figures like Stephen Miller and Bobby Zirkin, who called her remarks insensitive and disingenuous. The controversy echoes broader tensions in Democratic politics, highlighted by a Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate’s narrow loss after clarifying past positions. Some speculate AOC may be recalibrating for a 2028 presidential run, though her appeal remains limited beyond core Democratic voters.
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