As Bernie Sanders moves away from the presidential spotlight, the progressive wing of the Democratic Party is in search of new leadership. Interviewed party members agree Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stands out as a promising leader. Despite the uncertainty about the future, there is a shared ambition to uphold Sanders’ ideals, like raising the minimum wage and addressing wealth inequality. Recent events, including a packed tour with Sanders, indicate Ocasio-Cortez's potential to rally progressive support, hinting at her crucial role as a successor in shaping Democratic priorities moving forward.
Although there is little agreement about who will emerge to guide progressives into a post-Sanders era, virtually everyone interviewed said there was one clear leader for the job: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, drawing 34,000 people in Denver, suggests she’s positioned to inherit Bernie Sanders’ influence if she decides to pursue a broader political role.
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