Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Rank 13 of 47

Score 94

Republicans run the House, the Senate, and the White House.

You run the government. If you have the votes, then go ahead.

If you need Democrats, then you need to negotiate with Democrats.

Those are your two options. Blaming someone else because your shoes are untied isn’t one.

Speaker Mike Johnson

@SpeakerJohnson

120d

Every House Democrat but one voted to shut down the government yesterday.

Chuck Schumer needs to decide: will Senate Democrats keep the government funded or will they join House Democrats and shut it down?

3/12/2025, 9:38:36 PM

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the political dynamics and responsibilities in government funding decisions. It emphasizes accountability and negotiation between political parties.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not directly harm but uses a metaphor to criticize political blame-shifting.
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
It promotes understanding by clarifying the options available to the party in power. [+1]
Principle 4:
I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
The statement engages in constructive criticism by pointing out the need for negotiation rather than blame. [+1]