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Ocasio-Cortez Laughs Off “Woke 1,” Democrats Reassess

8/14/2026

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said “Woke 1 was crazy” and laughed on “This Week,” showing a shift.
Republican strategists Brian Seitchik and Doug Heye called Ocasio-Cortez a “woke” ringleader, promising GOP accountability.
Democratic strategist Joel Payne said Democrats may reassess past “woke” talks, noting good intent but uneven execution.
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong (D-Wis.) lost the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary to David Crowley after her “woke” comments hurt her campaign.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said “Woke 1 was crazy” and laughed on “This Week,” showing a shift.
Republican strategists Brian Seitchik and Doug Heye called Ocasio-Cortez a “woke” ringleader, promising GOP accountability.
Democratic strategist Joel Payne said Democrats may reassess past “woke” talks, noting good intent but uneven execution.
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong (D-Wis.) lost the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary to David Crowley after her “woke” comments hurt her campaign.