Bernie Sanders Floats AOC As Potential 2028 Presidential Contender: 'Very Good Politician'
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Independent Senator Bernie Sanders floated Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a potential presidential candidate in the 2028 elections, saying that even though it's "her decision to make," she is a "very, very good politician"

Independent Senator Bernie Sanders floated Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a potential presidential candidate in the 2028 elections, saying that even though it’s “her decision to make,” she is a “very, very good politician.”

Speaking to Axios, Sanders said that he has been “out on the streets with her” and noticed how she responds when people come up to her. “It’s so incredibly genuine and open.”

Ocasio-Cortez is seemingly positioning herself to run for higher office, whether it is challenging Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for his seat or to make a run for president.

    • WoodScientist@lemmy.world
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      2 days ago

      You mistake “should” for “is.” Democrats always have great policies. Kamala had a bunch of them in elaborate white papers on her website. But none of it mattered for shit because she simply didnt have the sauce. It’s not just about having policies, but showing voters you actually care enough about these issues that you’re going to fight for them. Anyone can put a bullshit promise on their campaign site. But voters want to feel that you actually believe in something and will fight for it. Democrats repeatedly make the mistake of thinking elections are some rational selection of policy menus. But that’s not how elections have ever worked. Charisma, passion, and conviction matter far more than whatever promises you put on your campaign site that will quickly be forgotten after the election.

      Like, seriously, do you not realize that politics is primarily about heart? The ancient Greeks, Caesar, or Napoleon could have told you that. Human beings are not rational actors that choose based on campaign promises. This is politics, not a contract negotiation. You have to speak to the soul. That is what matters more than anything if you actually want to win an election rather than just feeling good about yourself.