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AOC's Pronoun Removal Sparks Debate on Democratic Strategy

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's decision to remove pronouns from her X bio highlights shifting dynamics in the Democratic Party post-election.

  • Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez removed pronouns from her X bio months before the 2024 election, contrary to some reports suggesting it was a post-election reaction.
  • The change comes as Democrats reassess their stance on social issues following significant Republican victories in the recent elections.
  • Critics, including former swimmer Riley Gaines, have mocked Ocasio-Cortez for the removal, citing it as a retreat from progressive values.
  • Ocasio-Cortez has sought to understand why some of her supporters also voted for Donald Trump, highlighting issues like anti-establishment sentiments and international conflicts.
  • The Democratic Party faces internal debates on handling social issues, with some members calling for a reevaluation of policies on transgender athletes in sports.
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