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Independent Senator Bernie Sanders floated Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a potential presidential candidate in the 2028 elections, saying that even though it's "her decision to make," she is a "very, very good politician."

Speaking to Axios, Sanders said that he has been "out on the streets with her" and noticed how she responds when people come up to her. "It's so incredibly genuine and open."

Ocasio-Cortez is seemingly positioning herself to run for higher office, whether it is challenging Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for his seat or to make a run for president.

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[–] Bahnd@lemmy.world 88 points 2 days ago (20 children)

Support for what ever she decides is next, although I feel like the senate would be a better step. However the democrats dont really have a face to back that isnt some centerist that thinks its ok to play with the bully after they have taken your lunch money or someone that is older than Wonder Bread (tm).

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[–] flop_leash_973@lemmy.world 14 points 2 days ago (2 children)

I like AOC and agree with her on a lot. And I really would like to see how she would handle it. But as a straight white guy in his 40's that honestly wants to see things get better for everyone I also dread the tidal wave of dog whistle reasons the GOP will bring out for why she is unfit.

I know that is the point, but the constant avalanche of ignorant talking points that hearken back to "the good ole days" when men were men, women were arm candy, and brown people shared a corner on the floor with the family dog in these peoples minds that they disguise as honest engagement with a legitimate issue in the country is starting to burn me out.

[–] bitjunkie@lemmy.world 11 points 1 day ago

They're going to do that regardless of who gets the nomination, though. It shouldn't be a reason to pick someone who has less chance of actually winning.

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[–] itisileclerk@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago (2 children)

You all know that next US president will be Donald Trump Jr, 5-6 terms, maybe more. It's scary but possible. Trump (demented one) is working on that.

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[–] dgmib@lemmy.world 8 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I hate that my thoughts on this need to waffle between:

(A) who do I think would be the best president, and

(B) who do I think has the most strategic chance of beating the GOP puppet candidate.

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[–] TomMasz@piefed.social 11 points 2 days ago

You have to admire his belief that there will actually be a 2028 presidential election.

[–] DarrinBrunner@lemmy.world 39 points 2 days ago

One of the few sitting Dems I'd vote for.

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