In a scathing critique, a recent article challenges Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's (AOC) characterization of the 2020 protests against George Floyd's murder as "crazy." While the widespread outrage and demonstrations that followed the police killing were undoubtedly intense, the real "crazy" moment, according to the author, was the willingness of some centrist Democrats to compromise on key issues and abandon their progressive values. The article argues that this shift was a betrayal of the movement's ideals and a missed opportunity to push for meaningful change. As the country continues to grapple with issues of racial justice and police reform, the article offers a nuanced examination of the complex dynamics at play.
Protesting George Floyd’s murder wasn’t the "crazy" part. Centrist Dems selling out was. The post No, AOC: “Woke” Wasn’t “Crazy” the Way You Say It Was appeared first on The Intercept.
