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AOC

The Fearless Rise and Powerful Resonance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

by Lynda Lopez
Cary Hite
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From the moment Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beat a ten-term incumbent in the primary election for New York's 14th on June 26, 2018, her journey to the national, if not world, stage, was fast-tracked. Six months later, as the youngest Congresswoman ever elected, AOC became one of a handful of Latina politicians in Washington, D.C. Not yet thirty, she inspires adulation; she represents her generation, the millennials, in many groundbreaking ways: proudly working-class, Democratic Socialist, of Puerto Rican descent, not to mention of the Bronx, feminist―and a great dancer. At the same time, the outpouring of vitriol against her has been formidable. But with her social-media savvy and sharp wit, she fights back, creating memes and quotable lines like ""Don't hate me cause you ain't me"". She goes viral whenever she takes the floor, inspiring young progressives and frustrating conservatives. Lynda Lopez's AOC investigates the many meanings of this remarkable young woman. Contributors span a wide range of voices and ages, from media to the arts and politics. Published on the one year anniversary of her leap to power, this book will be a must-have collectors' item for her many fans.

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    August 11, 2020

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      • ISBN: 9781666552003
      • File size: 155371 KB
      • Duration: 05:23:41

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Marisa Blake's deliberate pace and confident tone create an uplifting performance in this audiobook, prefaced by Cary Hite. The work features contributions by mostly Latinx writers who are inspired by Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. AOC's Puerto Rican descent, working-class background, and social media savvy make her a relatable figure for many who have felt unseen and underrepresented. This audiobook contextualizes AOC's enduring impact with biographical information and examines the wave of support she receives from admirers--people who welcome her differences from traditional politicians and respect her fortitude in the face of hostility from conservative opponents. Blake's delivery emphasizes each contributor's writing style while offering insights on Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez and high hopes for America's future. A.K.R. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine

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