Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez , a New York Democrat, could be among the top contenders if she runs for Senate or even the White House in 2028, according to recent polls.

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Why It Matters

Ocasio-Cortez, a self described Democratic Socialist, is one of the top figures on the left. The Democratic Party is struggling to find an identity after a number of losses in the 2024 elections. A number of polls have shown that some Democrats believe the party abandoned its base and that was a key reason for former Vice President Kamala Harris ' loss to President Donald Trump last November. Ocasio-Cortez is often viewed as a candidate who could activate key voter groups such as younger, progressive voters who ma

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