Posted 12/5/2023, 1:00:00 PM
Ocasio-Cortez's Bold Stances Cause Tensions Within Democratic Party
- Ocasio-Cortez caused divisions among Democrats beyond just Pelosi, from day one alienating colleagues
- Had tension even with progressive Rep. Jayapal, who felt "usurped" by AOC
- Immediately had a strained relationship with Pelosi, who saw her "Abolish ICE" stance as Russian-promoted
- Faced backlash after "Tax the Rich" Met Gala dress from groups she had ignored
- Seen overall as self-interested, wanting to remake the system but also be thanked for it