Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Democratic from New York

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Representative · New York · Democrat

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Green New Deal · Medicare for All · Tax the Rich · Protect Working Families

Biography
From bartending in the Bronx to becoming the youngest woman ever elected to Congress, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has represented New York’s 14th District since 2018. She champions climate justice, economic equity, and healthcare access — co-authoring the Green New Deal and leading the 2024 impeachment efforts against Supreme Court Justices over ethics violations. Her advocacy has secured over $165 million in federal flood relief for her district. With a grassroots, movement-driven approach, Rep. Ocasio-Cortez continues to inspire a new generation of leadership in New York and across the country.
Education
  • B.A. in International Relations and Economics, Boston University, Boston, MA
    2011
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative, NY-14

    2019 – Present

    Represents New York’s 14th Congressional District in the U.S. House.

  • Service Industry (Bartender & Front-of-House)

    2011 – 2018

    Bartender at Flats Fix and server at Coffee Shop, Union Square, NYC.

  • Educational Director, National Hispanic Institute

    2017

    Directed the Northeast Collegiate World Series leadership program.

  • Volunteer Organizer, Bernie Sanders 2016

    Jan – Jun 2016

    Field organizer in the South Bronx during the Democratic primary.

  • Founder, Brook Avenue Press

    2012 – 2016

    Founded a children’s-book imprint focused on positive Bronx stories.

  • Community Organizer, Bronx

    c. 2011 – 2015

    Ran youth college-readiness and leadership initiatives in the Bronx.

  • Foreign Affairs & Immigration Liaison (Intern), Sen. Ted Kennedy

    Summer 2008

    Handled Spanish-language constituent immigration casework in Washington, DC.

Policy Focus
Housing and Community Development12%
Energy10%
Labor and Employment7%
Environmental Protection7%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's record in Congress.

  • Green New Deal Introduction

    Co-authored and introduced the Green New Deal resolution to address climate change and economic inequality.

  • COVID-19 Relief Advocacy

    Secured increased federal funding for New York hospitals and frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Puerto Rico Disaster Aid

    Advocated for and helped secure additional disaster relief funds for Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.

  • Student Loan Reform

    Introduced legislation to cancel student loan debt and expand access to higher education.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Energy and Commerce

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