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AOC Reportedly Prepping for 2028 Presidential or Senate Run (www.commondreams.org)
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US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is gearing up for a potential Senate or presidential run in 2028, igniting excitement among progressives nationwide.  #AOC2028

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[–] Assian_Candor@hexbear.net 20 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Good thing money isn't fungible or the distinction between defensive and offensive weapons funding would be meaningless

[–] Jumbie@lemmy.zip 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Didn’t read the link, eh?

No matter, you don’t need to make excuses to be angry. Just be angry. It’s cool.

[–] Assian_Candor@hexbear.net 21 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (1 children)

Bro what I read the link and directly responded to its content. AOC's defense amounts to "I didn't give them money for crack, I gave them money for food"