In a fiery interview on MSNBC’s “Inside,” Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) didn’t hold back in criticizing Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL). According to her, DeSantis has made a “profound political miscalculation” with his relentless attacks on teachers, schools, and the LGBTQ+ community. Buckle up, because this showdown is about to get intense!
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Host Jen Psaki acknowledged Ocasio-Cortez’s keen political insight and brought up the ongoing presidential race. Some claim that Donald Trump would be the ideal opponent for Joe Biden. What does Ocasio-Cortez think about this?
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DeSantis’s Critical Errors
Ocasio-Cortez wasted no time in hitting back at DeSantis. She believes he has committed significant mistakes that could cost him dearly. In her words, “He’s a weaker” candidate. But what exactly are these errors?
Out-Trumping Trump?
According to Ocasio-Cortez, DeSantis is trying to out-Trump Trump himself. She argues that his attacks on teachers, schools, and LGBTQ+ Americans in Florida are pushing the boundaries too far. It’s a move that she describes as a “profound political miscalculation” and an overcompensation. Is DeSantis playing a dangerous game?

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Sacrificing Rationality
Ocasio-Cortez suggests that DeSantis’s strategy may be an attempt to win over Trump’s base. However, she believes that the base already belongs to the former president. In the process, DeSantis has sacrificed the one thing that could have made him more competitive—being perceived as more rational than Trump. Ouch!
As the political clash intensifies, it’s clear that Ocasio-Cortez is not holding back her punches. She firmly believes that DeSantis has gone too far in his attacks, risking alienating important segments of the population. The question remains: Will DeSantis’s calculated moves pay off, or is he making a grave error in his quest for political dominance?
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