NYC Democratic Socialists Urge Ocasio-Cortez to Run for President
The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America voted Saturday to urge Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run for president. The measure passed 291 to 123 at a Midtown Manhattan convention.
- 438 elected delegates attended; the public was barred.
- 9 resolutions were debated, narrowed from roughly 100 submitted.
- The vote was not a formal endorsement of Ocasio-Cortez.
- $30 minimum wage by 2030 was among other approved priorities.
Why it matters: The chapter has nearly tripled in size since Mamdani's mayoral run. It now faces choices about using local and national influence.
- A separate resolution prepares challenges to Hochul, Gillibrand and Schumer.
- The resolution called Hochul a chief obstacle to the chapter's agenda.
How 2 sources split on this story
Where they split: Coverage differs on emphasis: the Times focuses on the chapter's growth and strategic choices, while the Post focuses on the closed convention and plans to unseat established Democrats.
Left coverage, 1 sources: The left sees a growing group at a moment of opportunity, weighing how to turn local wins into national influence.
Right coverage, 1 sources: The right sees a secretive socialist bloc plotting a presidential push and a purge of mainstream Democrats.
What’s next: Ocasio-Cortez has not commented on speculation about a 2028 run.
- The chapter plans to contest statewide races for Senate and governor in 2028 and 2030.
- Will Ocasio-Cortez run for president in 2028?
- Will the chapter field candidates against Hochul, Gillibrand or Schumer?
