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A Democrat has opened fire on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez like the legislator from New York who is leading a national political campaign Bernie Sanders .
Senator Elissa Slotkin from Michigan, who served as a Representative in the House alongside AOC until November, seems unconvinced about the significant influence of the progressive group’s leader. Instead, she suggests that this individual primarily offers ‘many words.’
At a town hall event she organized earlier this week, the senator faced numerous queries about her failure to confront issues head-on. Donald Trump with even greater enthusiasm like Sanders and the squad leader.
They have journeyed throughout the United States to Arizona and Colorado To address packed venues filled with fans during their 'Battle Against Oligarchy Tour.'
Slotkin addressed the audience saying, "Circumstances necessitate my role to extend beyond being merely an AOC."
'I can't do what she does because we live in a purple state and I'm a pragmatist.'
In another interaction with a constituent who mentioned Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Rep. Jasmine Crockett from Texas, Slotkin fired yet another critique at the progressive wing and those identifying as democratic socialists.
'The individuals you've highlighted have many words, but what actions have they taken to alter things regarding Donald Trump?' asked the newly elected senator.
The Democratic Party infighting is emblematic of wider soul-searching.
As AOC and Sanders embark on their tours, California Governor Gavin Newsom has started a podcast where he frequently debates with Republicans and appears to be shifting from his ultra-liberal stance towards more centrist positions.
Meanwhile, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has recently lost favor for failing to oppose a GOP-backed spending bill in recent weeks.
Several members of his party, including AOC, have criticized him for failing to halt the bill, which could have led to a government shutdown.
Regarding the former administration, Biden and Harris have moved on discreetly for the time being.
Amid all this upheaval, AOC has emerged as the frontrunner in the polls to head the party.
The latest CNN The poll queried Democrats and those leaning towards the Democratic party about who currently embodies the fundamental principles of the Democratic Party.
Ocasio-Cortez, who is 35 years old, secured the top position among all participants. She surpassed Kamala Harris, Sanders, Barack Obama, Crockett, and others.
Ocasio-Cortez, who is 35 years old, secured the top spot with ten percent, followed by Harris in second place with nine percent.
Newsom, ex-Speaker Nancy Pelosi Slotkin and Schumer were both tied at two percent.
Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders are set to hold an additional tour event on Saturday in Tucson, Arizona.
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