Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Subpoenas, investigations, and impeachment should absolutely be on the table. We shouldn’t have to think twice about that. We must go where the facts take us. A failure to act puts the imperiling of democracy squarely on *our* shoulders. It’s our duty to defend it. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Often what seems like the righteous yet politically foolish thing short term ends up being the wisest choice long term. In politics, oftentimes the best decisions can also carry greatest risk. All this is to say we shouldn’t dismiss actions available re: Clarence Thomas’ acts — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

When we look back at the decision to impeach Trump over Ukraine today, could you imagine if the naysayers and those claiming to be “politically savvier” won? WE would be explaining why we allowed it to happen instead of the Senate explaining why they acquitted. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Privately we were still chastised. Yes, it was hard to follow the details - an unknown PM by the name of Zelensky, military aid, etc. We knew. The Senate acquitted, and many who claimed the move as politically unnecessary or a “stunt” felt justified. Some claimed it hurt us. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Eventually, public and internal pressure mounted to such a level that inaction became untenable for leadership and the party. Impeachment proceeded, with many of the initial resisters then speaking of their importance in the decision (which yes, they were key to!) However, — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Our argument was regardless of outcome, someone would be left holding the ball on accountability. Would we, the House, rather have to answer questions later of why we didn’t act, or have the Senate answer questions of why they acquitted? The debate was fierce & opposition real. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Consider this: When we pushed for the 1st impeachment of Trump for illegally withholding aid to Ukraine, initially many Dems internally resisted it. We were chastised for being “unrealistic,” that the public wouldn’t be able to follow the plot, and that it would lead nowhere. /1 — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Congress must understand that a failure to hold Clarence Thomas accountable sends a loud, dangerous signal to the full Court - Kavanaugh, Barrett, & the rest - that his acts are fair game. This is a tipping point. Inaction is a decision to erode and further delegitimize SCOTUS. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

Clarence Thomas should resign. If not, his failure to disclose income from right-wing organizations, recuse himself from matters involving his wife, and his vote to block the Jan 6th commission from key information must be investigated and could serve as grounds for impeachment. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @costareports: "Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), cracked open the door to impeaching Thomas: 'What we know, if investigated furth… — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @TeamAOC: "Strong communities talk to each other." - @AOC This is the final week of petitioning for the 2022 campaign cycle -- a chanc… — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @ElieNYC: Anyway... can we get back to a sitting Supreme Court justice trying to slap the shit out of democracy to defend his wife's tex… — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @rafaelshimunov: VIDEO: Full remarks from @AOC in Jackson Heights, Queens today during a rally encouraging progressives to join petition… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @TheJewishVote: The Jewish Vote's @DaniaRajendra reminds us why we need champions like @AOC @ZohranKMamdani @jessicaramos and @votejgr a… — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

If you ever feel discouraged or question if organizing is worth it, just take a look outside. Peoples’ movements and successes rarely make the mainstream, but the ground we’re gaining is powerful. Thank you NY for an incredible day. Let’s get that ballot! 📸IG: christopherhall__ https://t.co/3yGQ42QGKi — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @votejgr: “Here in Jackson Heights our feminism is intersectional baby” - @AOC. Yaaass hermana 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @EmilyAssembly: 🧵Every month or so, I get a call from someone wanting to know what I’m going to do about crime. Often what is being talk… — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@GaryThurner We have brutal budgets like lots of other orgs/bizs do and it takes sacrifices to make this work. Everyone uses public funds, whether it’s PPP or tax breaks or public schools or a legislative budget, bc that’s what it takes to function as a developed society.Everyone is different — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@andyspicer We have to make sacrifices in other areas of our operating budget. It’s tough at times but worth it — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@mwikkid Our staff determines salaries as a collective. They like it and it’s been great for culture. Maybe others prefer salaries negotiated in secret. We tend to find that disproportionately results in poc/women/first gen/working class people getting paid less for equal or better work. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@GaryThurner Because we care about them and they care about the work. I am also okay w/people pursuing dreams & supporting their journey. We need good people everywhere. We are always cultivating & investing from within so we always have the best people,no matter who is on the team. Many stay — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@AppellMappell We have a culture of excellence and our success is collective. Slouches are not a fit here, *everyone* works their tails off and our team is happier knowing everyone is paid on the value of their work & not if they were taught salary negotiation growing up.We cultivate talent too — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@vonmew1 I agree! Sadly Congress provides operating budgets far under what is necessary to serve the public and pay staff appropriately. South Australian parliament apparently pays 75k minimum. That’s more in line with what I believe is appropriate for the demands and skills of this work. — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

@adamTHX1138 Entry level staff have strong 40 hr protections. As responsibilities grow, senior staff inevitably work over that to meet demands of Congress. That combined w/ high technical experience is reflected in pay. We do have a pay ceiling- no more than 2.5/3x entry level (need to check) — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

A few notes: - This is our pay table *pre-MRA increase.* Happy to update if this changes. - We don’t negotiate salaries on an individual basis - we find that breeds pay inequity. We pay by position & disclose salary at job listing. - House staffers: use this! Feel free to ask Qs — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

From my first day in office, we set records for living wages. Then we won a 21% MRA increase so every House staffer could have that chance. Salary transparency is key to pay equity. While we figure out updated allocations, here’s our current salary table for staff to reference: https://t.co/1v3ChgopNf — PolitiTweet.org

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

RT @RepAOC: Last night, we hosted our first in-person town hall in TWO YEARS. When the pandemic first started, we shifted to hosting our mo… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @NYC_SBS: Bronx Mobile Unit update: We're now at 2712 E Tremont Ave. - across the street from the original address! Come by between now… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JaneMayerNYer: So, @TheNewYorker reported, instead of recusing, Clarence Thomas was the only vote to block the Jan6 committee from gett… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @therecount: In a fiery speech, @AOC goes after Sen. Manchin (D-WV) on voting rights and BBB: "I'm mad ... This idea of if we coddle so… — PolitiTweet.org