"Woke 1 was crazy": AOC seeks do-over on 2020-era rhetoric

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is making a bid to distance herself and other left-wing politicians from controversial policies championed during the 2020 era, such as defunding the police. This move is crucial as it reflects a shift in strategy for the most prominent democratic socialist in Congress, aiming to appeal to moderate Democrats who have grown skeptical of these policies. By urging a reevaluation of past rhetoric, AOC seeks to redefine the Democratic Party's platform and highlight the importance of current, rather than past, policy stances. This effort could reshape the political landscape and influence how future candidates are perceived.