AOC Urges Patience for New Socialist Reps

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is urging her House colleagues to resist the urge to judge two newly elected Democratic socialist lawmakers before they’ve even had a chance to prove themselves. She warns that prejudging these bright, determined women—Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez—could set them up for failure. Despite past social media controversies, Ocasio-Cortez believes their election reflects a broader progressive wave and that Congress should instead learn from their fresh perspectives. She emphasizes that the weight of office can transform people, urging patience and space for…