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DSA Rejects Poll, Defers AOC Endorsement Amid Security Fears

7/14/2026

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The “Groundwork” caucus urged Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to poll and endorse Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for 2028 campaign.
The DSA Committee voted 14–13 to reject an all-member poll, sending endorsement decisions to the August 2027 convention.
NYC chapter Gustavo Gordillo said NPC stripped members’ voting rights, noting the chapter provides about $2 million in dues.
Canary Mission warned that an AOC presidency would give DSA executive power and pose a national-security risk.

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The “Groundwork” caucus urged Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to poll and endorse Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for 2028 campaign.
The DSA Committee voted 14–13 to reject an all-member poll, sending endorsement decisions to the August 2027 convention.
NYC chapter Gustavo Gordillo said NPC stripped members’ voting rights, noting the chapter provides about $2 million in dues.
Canary Mission warned that an AOC presidency would give DSA executive power and pose a national-security risk.