Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Rank 16 of 47

Score 69

Reposted by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Brian Schatz: "This is not about money. There is enough money to bail out Argentina with $20b. There is enough money to purchase a brand new aircraft for $173m for Noem. There is enough money to renovate the WH ballroom. What there isn't enough money for under this Republican

10/21/2025, 6:57:30 PM

The statement critiques government spending priorities, highlighting perceived inconsistencies in funding allocation. It suggests that while funds are available for certain expenditures, they are not allocated for others deemed necessary. The tone is critical and aims to provoke thought about fiscal responsibility and priorities.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to highlight perceived fiscal irresponsibility, which could be seen as striving to do no harm by advocating for better use of public funds. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
It promotes understanding by drawing attention to specific financial decisions, encouraging public discourse on government spending priorities. [+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 of government actions without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]