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WeekiWater

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67. I see her as a very vocal progressive in a very safe district.
Tue Dec 4, 2018, 01:20 PM
Dec 2018

A district that just lost a lot of clout.

I don't think much more can be assumed at this point. It is going to be interesting to see if she takes part in the making of the sausage or if she just lobs bombs from the outside. I am of the belief at this point in time that she wants to be involved and is intelligent. The learning curve is going to take a little while for her. At this point she is a loud freshman without the clout in DC that her predecessor had.

Her persona today is completely media driven. The media had very few chances to back up the internets false narrative of the strength of the "Sanders Wing". The whole "Sanders Wing" mantra simply never manifested into very much. She is currenly a media creation as they had little else to build on the false narrative.

I think she is an opportunity for us. I find little difference between her and her predecessor outside of the fact that he had clout and was deeply involved in the process. Neither of which can we say about Ocasio. She has an opportunity to do a lot of good.

Right wingers seem to mock her like they do Sanders. It is much different than what they do to Clinton and Pelosi.

heh KG Dec 2018 #1
She will take no BS bdamomma Dec 2018 #2
She's a feisty young woman vlyons Dec 2018 #3
She is a strong spokesperson for the Medicare-for-All legislation. kentuck Dec 2018 #5
Feisty? Nah, just unabashedly honest! charliea Dec 2018 #107
+1 Power 2 the People Dec 2018 #123
I think you meant to use the word 'firebrand' sheshe2 Dec 2018 #4
edited kentuck Dec 2018 #7
You are very welcome. sheshe2 Dec 2018 #11
She scares them for some reason voteearlyvoteoften Dec 2018 #6
Right wingers are always the most scared of smart, outspoken women. Zing Zing Zingbah Dec 2018 #16
She tells truth to non-stop lies. She told truth throughout her campaign Texin Dec 2018 #55
I love her on Twitter RhodeIslandOne Dec 2018 #8
I support her. spanone Dec 2018 #9
+1000 Canoe52 Dec 2018 #65
Waiting for that "post removed" person to post. n/t rzemanfl Dec 2018 #10
Like her, Polly Hennessey Dec 2018 #12
Cranky old shut-ins and Fox News viewers hate her. Hassin Bin Sober Dec 2018 #13
Hey now, I'm old and cranky and I enjoy her feistiness, she has moxie. dae Dec 2018 #62
Will Rogers fan I am. saidsimplesimon Dec 2018 #79
Yes they love to hate her. Her haters make me like her more and more. Autumn Dec 2018 #102
I'd bet a week's pay there are LIBERAL shut-ins, too. Stinky The Clown Dec 2018 #135
She's reminds me of my favorite politician, Shirley Chisholm... Unbought and unbossed! TheBlackAdder Dec 2018 #14
Shirley Chisholm was a heck of a lot smarter than this young woman. virgogal Dec 2018 #54
She apparently won 2nd place microbiotics award while in high school and did specialize IntRel & Eco TheBlackAdder Dec 2018 #91
absolutely support her, she terrifies the Rethug scum, I agree with most of her main political goals Celerity Dec 2018 #15
I missed that, and it definitely adds to her appeal. Only problem is that here in the US... TreasonousBastard Dec 2018 #19
That's why they hate her OnlinePoker Dec 2018 #95
she gained my respect when she defended Pelosi Yosemito Dec 2018 #17
I agree drmeow Dec 2018 #20
+1 Ponietz Dec 2018 #33
How did you feel when she attacked Joe Crowley (AFTER the primary), Tammy Duckworth..... George II Dec 2018 #118
my first impression is she lets her ego control her actions. Sometimes, you don't have to talk beachbum bob Dec 2018 #18
I agree. redstatebluegirl Dec 2018 #30
An ego, among politicians? BlueWI Dec 2018 #141
I like her but that doesn't mean she would be an effective leader of a group. grantcart Dec 2018 #21
You should follow her cilla4progress Dec 2018 #22
I think she is an excellent advocate, however, those who are asserting that the republicans and fox still_one Dec 2018 #23
Very true. kentuck Dec 2018 #25
but she is doing the right thing. You need to stand up to bullies still_one Dec 2018 #32
I could not disagree with that statement more, watoos Dec 2018 #53
I love her. We need liberals that make people believe government can do good things for them. brewens Dec 2018 #24
I haven't decided yet Shell_Seas Dec 2018 #26
You bet, watoos Dec 2018 #56
Lol exactly. John Fante Dec 2018 #131
I think she's great melman Dec 2018 #27
She'll be fine Loki Liesmith Dec 2018 #28
Which ones don't you like? watoos Dec 2018 #58
Love her! silverweb Dec 2018 #29
I like her a lot... CincyDem Dec 2018 #31
My opinion, so glad you asked. (big grin) saidsimplesimon Dec 2018 #34
Yeah, cause that's what she's all about... not! Give her a break. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2018 #92
I am a cautious person, saidsimplesimon Dec 2018 #101
That's fair... but, to suggest that AOC might look to serve her own interests InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2018 #109
pardoned me? saidsimplesimon Dec 2018 #114
Thought that's what you said... no worries though. Hope all goes well despite the distractions. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2018 #120
Obviously talented, should resist the urge to charge up every hill BeyondGeography Dec 2018 #35
I think she's neat. blogslut Dec 2018 #36
Generally I like her. Think she could be great. PoorMonger Dec 2018 #37
I view her situation like Tim Tebow's NFL career, and let me explain that in further detail. Tommy_Carcetti Dec 2018 #38
Well said. dhol82 Dec 2018 #59
If I comment on your post I'm going to get in trouble. watoos Dec 2018 #66
Yes, very well said EffieBlack Dec 2018 #100
Pro teams have a way of exposing weaknesses like no other ... aggiesal Dec 2018 #117
I'm a fan but I don't have the attitude you criticize. Jim Lane Dec 2018 #138
She's fine wryter2000 Dec 2018 #39
The MSM is so hell bent on having to create a partisan rivalry LiberalLovinLug Dec 2018 #75
You put it better than I did. n/t wryter2000 Dec 2018 #83
this is actually a great reply, very well thought out and so accurate of what the MSM does Celerity Dec 2018 #122
I was worried about her, and I'll admit I was wrong. Qutzupalotl Dec 2018 #40
... CousinIT Dec 2018 #41
she's definitely growing on me NewJeffCT Dec 2018 #42
I like her fighting spirit. She's a real leader. I don't always agree w/her, but... Bucky Dec 2018 #43
You Go Girl! djacq Dec 2018 #44
Recommended. H2O Man Dec 2018 #45
L O V E her! pdsimdars Dec 2018 #46
I wish she was my congresswoman oldlibdem Dec 2018 #47
She is the future of the Democratic party kimbutgar Dec 2018 #48
You got that right... the future looks bright indeed with AOC bringing the heat. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2018 #93
We'll see... Wounded Bear Dec 2018 #49
I absolutely love her ZeroSomeBrains Dec 2018 #50
I'm a fan matt819 Dec 2018 #51
She is FANTASTIC.. disillusioned73 Dec 2018 #52
I like her. She brings up fights for ideas we need to consider. SharonAnn Dec 2018 #57
As a rookie MOC, I will give her a free pass. DinahMoeHum Dec 2018 #60
I think she is fine right now, as is. watoos Dec 2018 #71
AOC is Young and Full of Fire-I'm Looking Forward to Seeing What She Can Accomplish dlk Dec 2018 #61
I like her a lot Marrah_Goodman Dec 2018 #63
She is right about a lot of things. She needs more polish to be able to get things done. nt Blue_true Dec 2018 #64
I see her as a very vocal progressive in a very safe district. WeekiWater Dec 2018 #67
I like her so far shanti Dec 2018 #68
She is blazing a trail Mira Dec 2018 #69
I was a bit skeptical of her at first Proud Liberal Dem Dec 2018 #70
I like her. 47of74 Dec 2018 #72
She's HOT! hurple Dec 2018 #73
My opinion is that she is a progressive House member from New York. MineralMan Dec 2018 #74
We need to have her back. watoos Dec 2018 #76
I think she has great potential. TNNurse Dec 2018 #77
Love her. She is the future if we are to survive rainy Dec 2018 #78
I think her reach is going to extend qazplm135 Dec 2018 #80
i like her. barbtries Dec 2018 #81
I hope she runs for VP as Bernie's running mate. Joe941 Dec 2018 #82
She doesn't meet the age requirement in the Constitution to run in 2020. nt TexasTowelie Dec 2018 #103
Ridiculous. MrsCoffee Dec 2018 #142
Young and green, but has potential Azathoth Dec 2018 #84
Jury is still out for me Charlotte Little Dec 2018 #85
I think Ocasio-Cortez will replace Nancy Pelosi.... Joe Nation Dec 2018 #86
young, naive, not ready for prime time kennetha Dec 2018 #87
Big thumbs up from me! NRaleighLiberal Dec 2018 #88
I like her and I LOVE how she throws Republican shit right back at them. lilactime Dec 2018 #89
Too early to tell, IMO! BlueMTexpat Dec 2018 #90
Love her fire and fearlessness. Magoo48 Dec 2018 #94
A little seasoning and she'll do just fine. I think she's prime leadership material. marble falls Dec 2018 #96
+1 n/t Devil Child Dec 2018 #106
I have no idea. MyNameGoesHere Dec 2018 #97
I have positive opinion of Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Devil Child Dec 2018 #98
I would hesitate before comparing someone who hasn't spent a single day in Congress yet.... George II Dec 2018 #99
I would hesitate as well if comparing achivements, experience, and accolades Devil Child Dec 2018 #104
Thank you! MrsCoffee Dec 2018 #143
The more people hate her, the more I like her. Iggo Dec 2018 #105
We ere fortunate to have her. She's not the only strong young Democrat we elected to the House Tom Rinaldo Dec 2018 #108
I don't have one yet. Her record of accomplishments in Congress is rather sparse at this point DFW Dec 2018 #110
She speaks truth to power. Of course they're terrified of her. fierywoman Dec 2018 #111
They SHOULD be afraid... VERY afraid!! No amount of man-splainin' by Rethugs will keep AOC quiet. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2018 #121
I kind of like her so far get the red out Dec 2018 #112
Though She's been hyped by the media because of her Primary Victory Ccarmona Dec 2018 #113
She's smart, quick to act. LakeArenal Dec 2018 #115
I expect to be voting Trumpocalypse Dec 2018 #116
I like her Bettie Dec 2018 #119
At the risk of sounding like a geezer (which I am), I think she's got spunk. Vinca Dec 2018 #124
Personally, I find her a bit annoying. Calista241 Dec 2018 #125
I think highly of her. Quemado Dec 2018 #126
I love her - I love that she keeps her constitutients informed & fights backs womanofthehills Dec 2018 #127
she is defintely an asset to dem party AlexSFCA Dec 2018 #128
I find it interesting how she truly wants to drain the swamp/change DC but Repubs hate her. LonePirate Dec 2018 #129
I like her. But she has to learn to listen, as well as raise hell. NT Adrahil Dec 2018 #130
I didn't like her attacking Democrats, but to be fair, she has done well in the last couple of weeks OnDoutside Dec 2018 #132
Promising rookie, prone to rookie mistakes; needs time to reach potential. VOX Dec 2018 #133
An up and comer. LanternWaste Dec 2018 #134
She gets alot of attention for someone who hasn't been sworn in yet LeftInTX Dec 2018 #136
Like. moondust Dec 2018 #137
More favorable impression than a couple of months ago Awsi Dooger Dec 2018 #139
There should be a reality tv show, she'd be a great topic. betsuni Dec 2018 #140
I like her, l don't agree with her Raine Dec 2018 #144
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