Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, abbreviated AOC, is an American politician and activist. She has served as the Democratic Party’s representative for New York’s 14th congressional district since 2019. The district encompasses the eastern Bronx, north-central Queens, and Rikers Island in New York City.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks two languages fluently. Standard American English and Puerto Rican Spanish are used. She is not only proficient but also highly articulate in both languages.
Does Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have tattoos?
She has no tattoos as of 2022.
Ocasio-Cortez has stated her desire for solidarity with Puerto Rico.
She has fought for greater civil rights for Puerto Ricans, regardless of Puerto Rico’s legal status. She is an outspoken supporter of voting rights and disaster aid.
Ocasio-Cortez criticized FEMA’s reaction to Hurricane Maria as well as the federal government’s refusal to address Puerto Rico’s political status.
She feels that the federal government should invest more in Puerto Rico.
Ocasio-Cortez and Nydia Velázquez submitted the Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2020 in August 2020, and it was referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
