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In reply to the discussion: Ocasio-Cortez takes direct shot at Pelosi and Schumer [View all]Mike Niendorff
(3,669 posts)When the time comes to pass the torch, what is the path?
Where is the development of young progressive voices?
Where is the investment in the next generation of progressive leadership?
She is SOOOO spot-on in this observation.
There should be an aggressive path for developing and cultivating the next generation of progressive leadership in the party. You can bet your ass Republicans aren't missing this opportunity within their ranks -- even if they end up kowtowing to radical fringe elements to do it. They get the stakes, and the long-term necessity
Or you can go the Democratic Party route and put up a brick wall to anyone that might ruffle the feathers of the center-right.
She's pointing out a legitimate problem, and damn it's refreshing to hear her do it.
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