Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Rank 18 of 47

Score 66

If Republicans want to blame their shutdown on me, they are more than welcome to come to my office and negotiate anytime.

Unlike them, I won’t let kids and hard working people get cut off their insulin and chemo on my watch.

They know it, too. Door’s open fellas. Your call.

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AOC's message to the GOP: My office is open and you are free to negotiate with me directly. What I'm not going to do is tolerate 4 million uninsured Americans because Trump decided one day to make sure kids are dying because they don't have insurance

10/1/2025, 2:45:27 AM

The statement is a direct engagement in public discourse, addressing a political issue related to government shutdowns and healthcare. It invites negotiation while criticizing the opposing party's actions, using strong language to emphasize the potential consequences of policy decisions.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to prevent harm by advocating for healthcare access, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
It promotes understanding by inviting negotiation, but the accusatory tone may hinder empathy and compassion.
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 but includes personal attacks, which detracts from constructive dialogue. [-1]