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New York Democratic Socialists urge Ocasio-Cortez to run for US president

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In short

Delegates representing roughly 15,000 members voted to initiate ground-level preparations for a nationwide political campaign focused on working-class affordability. The approved initiative targets critical policy areas such as healthcare, housing, labor organizing, and anti-war efforts. Although Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez has deferred decisions regarding her future until after the midterms, local organizers are joining broader grassroots coalitions to actively pave the way for her potential candidacy.

Key points

  • Progressive activists are seeking to anchor a potential national campaign in working-clas…: Progressive activists are seeking to anchor a potential national campaign in working-class issues like housing, childcare, and healthcare.
  • The New York lawmaker has publicly left open choices between launching a presidential run…: The New York lawmaker has publicly left open choices between launching a presidential run and pursuing a seat in the Senate.
  • Independent efforts like the Ready for AOC campaign are building momentum ahead of any fo…: Independent efforts like the Ready for AOC campaign are building momentum ahead of any formal endorsement by the national organization.

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Delegates at NYC-DSA convention pass resolution formally calling on Congresswoman AOC to run in 2028 presidential race.

The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has voted to urge Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run for United States president in 2028, a move that could serve as an early bellwether for the Democratic Party’s direction in the presidential race.

The resolution passed 291 to 123 at the chapter’s convention on Saturday. While it is not a formal endorsement by the DSA, it commits the New York City chapter to encouraging a presidential bid and building the groundwork for a potential campaign.

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