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AOC Says Revolution Opposed Billionaires; GOP Disagrees, Hints 2028 Run

5/10/2026

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez asserted at a University of Chicago event that the American Revolution opposed the billionaires of its time.
Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. Ted Cruz argued the Revolution fought overreaching authority, not wealthy elites, with Cruz warning a student would earn an F.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hinted at a 2028 presidential bid and reiterated goals of single-payer health care, a living wage, and workers’ rights.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez asserted at a University of Chicago event that the American Revolution opposed the billionaires of its time.
Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. Ted Cruz argued the Revolution fought overreaching authority, not wealthy elites, with Cruz warning a student would earn an F.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hinted at a 2028 presidential bid and reiterated goals of single-payer health care, a living wage, and workers’ rights.