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104. Yep, I'd bet few of these jobs

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Ocasio Cortez is going to be a problem for our party just watch. [View all] redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 OP

I suspect that the people she represents will rein her in if she goes too far. CaliforniaPeggy Nov 2018 #1

No but protesting at Nancy's office on your first day of orientation says a lot. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #3

Did you watch the video of her saying why she was at the protest? Blue_true Nov 2018 #9

Would you give me the synopsis? WhiteTara Nov 2018 #25

Lol. Apparently to DEMAND legislative action on climate change. Hortensis Nov 2018 #65

Oh my, that is definitely being confused. WhiteTara Nov 2018 #71

Right. There's a lot more power inside than out. Hortensis Nov 2018 #75

You are comparing her to Palin? ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #76

no, my dear Chubby WhiteTara Nov 2018 #83

I am not your dear ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #85

Well, alrighty then. WhiteTara Nov 2018 #88

Begging for a fight? ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #92

Here I am, Chubby. The comparison was between Hortensis Nov 2018 #95

Nope. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #93

Come On, Star ProfessorGAC Nov 2018 #184

Demanding something of the incoming Speaker of the House even before she's been sworn in? George II Nov 2018 #106

That was what I was chuckling over. Kinda cute, Hortensis Nov 2018 #117

Who is her mentor? NastyRiffraff Nov 2018 #123

She didn't protest JonLP24 Nov 2018 #149

I don't think it's so much why she was at the protest than that she WAS at the protest. George II Nov 2018 #125

She's already gone too far. kstewart33 Nov 2018 #171

I'm not that worried about it. maxsolomon Nov 2018 #2

Ding-Ding.. disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #8

Who are these "some"? wasupaloopa Nov 2018 #61

Look around... disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #165

You shouldn't keep omitting the ex-Republican connections R B Garr Nov 2018 #145

lol... OK disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #164

That's truly hilarious. The thing in common with anti-Democrat R B Garr Nov 2018 #168

The right sure is attacking her. Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #11

That's been reason enough for many here on DU to say Pelosi is a "bad choice." ehrnst Nov 2018 #54

Ooph! NurseJackie Nov 2018 #89

Wait a minute! That's our job! Iggo Nov 2018 #135

The RIGHT is very triggered disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #166

I am not a fan of hers... nycbos Nov 2018 #4

I assume that Pelosi will have a talk with her at some point before January 3rd. Caliman73 Nov 2018 #77

Just about every elected Democrat in Queens is against tax handouts to Amazon BeyondGeography Nov 2018 #5

Not surprised. Some would rather our party do nothing with our new found power Tom Rivers Nov 2018 #26

Republicans are in control of the Senate for at least 2 years , maybe more. octoberlib Nov 2018 #43

No, it forces their hand Tom Rivers Nov 2018 #131

Agree mountain grammy Nov 2018 #138

Hearings on the important things, like climate change will help a lot getting it to the public. Autumn Nov 2018 #175

+1000 Power 2 the People Nov 2018 #60

But those other Democrats don't have Ocasio-Cortez's history, which riles some DUers Jim Lane Nov 2018 #158

Nailed it BeyondGeography Nov 2018 #159

spot on Celerity Nov 2018 #170

Absolutely! Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #172

Ocasio-Cortez Has Some Growing Up to Do dlk Nov 2018 #6

I will keep this post in mind when this goes forward. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #12

Kind of like Avenatti nt lillypaddle Nov 2018 #63

I think she needs to learn what can be changed and what probably cannot spooky3 Nov 2018 #155

She is young enough to survive the mistakes YessirAtsaFact Nov 2018 #7

It's often difficult to overcome a bad first impression. comradebillyboy Nov 2018 #35

She makes herself look naive. rogue emissary Nov 2018 #10

I see Independent in her future yes. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #13

Thing is, I'm fine with that. rogue emissary Nov 2018 #18

probably so... It might work out better for her if she can't be a collaborative player. hlthe2b Nov 2018 #115

I see rude awakening in her future. GoCubsGo Nov 2018 #192

Maybe she is just brash enough HopeAgain Nov 2018 #14

Well I was in the student movement in the Johnson era and I never went against a redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #16

How is having a position on Amazon HopeAgain Nov 2018 #20

Not as bad as her being present at the protest at Nancy's office. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #22

So why don't we talk about Climate Change more? HopeAgain Nov 2018 #45

We need to, but she has no power right now. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #47

So let's just sit back because we have no power? HopeAgain Nov 2018 #53

Really? ProfessorPlum Nov 2018 #189

"Hey, hey, LBJ! How many kids did you kill today?" nt. Mariana Nov 2018 #190

Give her a call ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #15

I emailed this morning, we shall see. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #17

Email is pointless Loki Liesmith Nov 2018 #29

Doubtful. There's no way in hell that would work out for the right, because mostly, JCanete Nov 2018 #19

Her being present at the protest at Nancy's office is my main complaint. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #21

It is a protest that apparently Pelosi has welcomed, and if you watched the video included, Cortez JCanete Nov 2018 #23

She needs to sit back and learn, this is not hit the ground running. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #24

I disagree, for the very reasons I stated. Her visibility is valuable to getting the issues she JCanete Nov 2018 #30

I have been a working member of this party fore a long time "(not that you are)". redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #34

What? What agenda is that? You need to make that case, cuz that sounds way out of the box to me. nt JCanete Nov 2018 #37

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The agenda is a far left one, from a new member. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #41

There is nothing far left about those positions. Quit using republican framing and maybe we could JCanete Nov 2018 #49

Too many people forget the Democratic Party is a Coalition. We can walk and chew gum...but... haele Nov 2018 #107

Very well said. kstewart33 Nov 2018 #173

hahahahha. Wow, so you've got nothing except an ad hominem. Okay. Glad we've cleared that up. nt JCanete Nov 2018 #48

Yes, God forbid we do anything about imploding global climate if it's "disruptive" hatrack Nov 2018 #162

She is one congress rep out of 435. She isn't that important. KWR65 Nov 2018 #27

This message was self-deleted by its author redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #31

then, if you accept everythign you just said, how would she be a problem? That was your premise. JCanete Nov 2018 #32

Because the other side doesn't care, they will latch on to her and use her as a poster child redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #36

But when people say the same about Speaker Pelosi (in terms of being Celerity Nov 2018 #163

They'll do it anyway, at any time. Especially to women of color. SharonAnn Nov 2018 #188

She's a Betty that looks like a Veronica Ciaphas Cain Nov 2018 #28

Can you explain that analogy a bit more? irisblue Nov 2018 #42

They all lost. octoberlib Nov 2018 #52

In the Archies, wasn't Betty the one who often started trouble and in-fighting? TheBlackAdder Nov 2018 #96

What is there to support about the Amazon decision? WhiskeyGrinder Nov 2018 #33

Exactly SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #112

Representatives are much more focussed on what matters to their district jberryhill Nov 2018 #38

She's right to speak out on the tax breaks and other freebies DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #40

I agree, but the people who might find a job might not. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #44

These are corporate HQ's... vi5 Nov 2018 #50

Yep, I'd bet few of these jobs DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #104

Why would that be a problem? fescuerescue Nov 2018 #176

Amazon is a publically traded company Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Nov 2018 #67

Fine, then they don't need tax subsidies DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #105

Then talk to the powers that be in NYC Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Nov 2018 #133

I'm happy my state "lost" out DeminPennswoods Nov 2018 #161

I agree. I can't believe this is even controversial. I think people just want to hate this woman SweetieD Nov 2018 #178

Actually other Democrats are now coming around to her original position on Amazon. vi5 Nov 2018 #46

Good grief, I am not saying Amazon is right. redstatebluegirl Nov 2018 #51

What makes you think you know "the system" any better than AOC? Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #66

Um. She had NO CHALLENGER. geezus. Bfd Nov 2018 #152

Not in the primary. Hassin Bin Sober Nov 2018 #174

No one campaigned against her. No One. She should have had to fight the battle Bfd Nov 2018 #180

You and I are usually on the same page but Ocasio might just change things MaryMagdaline Nov 2018 #129

This message was self-deleted by its author Bfd Nov 2018 #151

The tax ensentives are happening on a state and local level. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #57

So she does not represent her district? vi5 Nov 2018 #114

Of course she represents her district, but the deal is done it seems. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #128

Wow, who knew. vi5 Nov 2018 #130

It was you who brought her up in the context of Amazon and tax give-aways. LuvLoogie Nov 2018 #132

It's really not that interesting BannonsLiver Nov 2018 #186

I look forward to her energy and passion for the causes that are dear to me. I love the diversity Nanjeanne Nov 2018 #55

Same here. Like a puppy, she will learn to conserve her energy. Blue_true Nov 2018 #121

Don't care for her Meowmee Nov 2018 #56

Call her and let her know ChubbyStar Nov 2018 #59

I think you're missing Meowmee Nov 2018 #157

Love her. Iggo Nov 2018 #136

Bull matt819 Nov 2018 #58

I am thinking Alan Grayson. Sneederbunk Nov 2018 #62

Oh I have to agree with you!! Thekaspervote Nov 2018 #156

Spot on kcr Nov 2018 #181

Newest Attention Seeker... LovingA2andMI Nov 2018 #64

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BREAKING: NYC Council Speaker is breaking from NYC Leaders... brooklynite Nov 2018 #69

The right & Trumpsters will hold her up as the poster child representing all of the Left elocs Nov 2018 #70

I like her spirit Buckeyeblue Nov 2018 #72

she may run for president Joe941 Nov 2018 #73

Not in 2020.... Adrahil Nov 2018 #87

Too young by 6+ years. nt Blue_true Nov 2018 #122

I think she only cares about her district and constituents AlexSFCA Nov 2018 #74

She might be, but could end up being an asset, too. It's her call DFW Nov 2018 #78

I'm afraid she'll go the way of Alan Grayson. . . DinahMoeHum Nov 2018 #79

That's a very apt comparison. It would be a shame if that happened. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #169

In her 1st day she has become a 1st class pain in the ass. Fox News couldn't be happier. Botany Nov 2018 #80

Yes it's horrible to tell the protesters we must let leader Pelosi know we have her back in Autumn Nov 2018 #81

She'll be much more of an asset than a problem. Yavin4 Nov 2018 #82

I like her. David__77 Nov 2018 #84

She is "our party" Cuthbert Allgood Nov 2018 #86

I have never been impressed with AOC Gothmog Nov 2018 #90

She needs to learn quickly, or she may be "one-and-done". NurseJackie Nov 2018 #91

' you never get a second-chance to make a first impression' melman Nov 2018 #97

It's all subjective, of course, but ... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #100

Wow, that's an interesting twist on "judging someone". As for me, I based my successful career.... George II Nov 2018 #103

Agreed! That certainly makes MORE sense than... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #108

lol melman Nov 2018 #139

... NurseJackie Nov 2018 #141

Woof, woof! George II Nov 2018 #142

Who's a good boy?! NurseJackie Nov 2018 #143

You're so right about that - her mistakes could do her in FakeNoose Nov 2018 #98

She is the best melman Nov 2018 #94

I don't see it that way. pwb Nov 2018 #99

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Nobody is bashing her. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #111

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Same window "Any Dem Anywhere" went out of. Iggo Nov 2018 #140

You say problem I say opportunity Corvo Bianco Nov 2018 #102

We are all entitled to our opinion Chickensoup Nov 2018 #109

How do you figure that "Nancy is far more of a problem"? NurseJackie Nov 2018 #113

The nonstop ATTACKS of our LEADER on this board FUCKING INFURIATE ME Eliot Rosewater Nov 2018 #127

The GOP attacks Nancy Pelosi because she is so very effective Gothmog Nov 2018 #119

A problem in that she is going to finally drag it out of the 90's and into the 21st century? SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #110

the 90's were over a long time ago, the party has already moved beyond the 90's. JHan Nov 2018 #118

She is going to do just fine. Dave Starsky Nov 2018 #120

I was not happy to see her beat Crowley or get into other races. Blue_true Nov 2018 #124

Amazon is the new plantation, updated for the 21st century. guillaumeb Nov 2018 #126

Nah. Iggo Nov 2018 #137

Meanwhile, Steny Hoyer is presenting a direct threat to Pelosi's leadership chances SubjectTrip Nov 2018 #144

Why are you spreading disinformation? Denzil_DC Nov 2018 #148

This thread is a great example of the failures of teaching civics in our schools BannonsLiver Nov 2018 #187

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Source? That is not true. Bfd Nov 2018 #182

Yes, agreed. nt R B Garr Nov 2018 #146

It's about damn time someone breaks with New York's leaders. SaschaHM Nov 2018 #147

+1000 JonLP24 Nov 2018 #153

Using Amazon is a bad example JonLP24 Nov 2018 #150

Not worried sfwriter Nov 2018 #154

Look; the voters have spoken. Onyrleft Nov 2018 #160

Nobody is trying to do that. NurseJackie Nov 2018 #167

Meh. You are giving her more credit and power than she merits. KPN Nov 2018 #177

Said this from day one. djg21 Nov 2018 #179

The concern for her presence is only "a threat" in the Media's need for drama. Bfd Nov 2018 #183

Talk to her voters DeafAngelboy23 Nov 2018 #185

Let her get sworn in and learn her way around DC before we start jumping on her struggle4progress Nov 2018 #191

She's gonna be a problem for the right.... disillusioned73 Nov 2018 #194