Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/alexandria-ocasio-cortez

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1. When was Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez born?October 13, 1989
2. Where was Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez born?The Bronx, New York
3. What is the first elected?2018, representing New York's 14th congressional district
4. What is the key legislative initiatives?Green New Deal, Medicare for All, tuition-free public colleges
5. Who is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?She is a young U.S. Congresswoman from New York who works to help workers, protect the environment, and make education fair for everyone.
6. How did she become the youngest woman in the U.S. House?In 2018 she challenged a long‑time incumbent in her district, won the primary and the general election, and was elected at age 29.

Grassroots Activism: Political action that originates from ordinary people rather than established political leaders.
Incumbent: The person currently holding a political office.
Progressive Platform: A set of political ideas advocating for social reform and government intervention to address societal issues.
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