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AOC: The Fearless Rise and Powerful Resonance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
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From the moment Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beat a 10-term incumbent in the primary election for New York’s 14th on June 26, 2018, her journey to the national, if not world, stage was fast-tracked. Six months later, as the youngest congresswoman ever elected, AOC became one of a handful of Latina politicians in Washington, DC. Not yet 30, she inspires adulation; she represent
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This is more devotional than biographical. A collection of essays on "what Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez means to me." AOC from fifteen different perspectives; some are ideological, most are quite personal, all are inspirational.
I cannot speak to the "tsunami" that is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on any level that is not rooted in my acknowledged white-privilege. The trademark red lipstick and hoop earrings don't resonate with me. What I see in AOC is hope; hope that everyone has a seat at the table, hop ...more
I cannot speak to the "tsunami" that is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on any level that is not rooted in my acknowledged white-privilege. The trademark red lipstick and hoop earrings don't resonate with me. What I see in AOC is hope; hope that everyone has a seat at the table, hop ...more
Giveaway win!
For some reason Alexandria Ocasio Cortez is considered a controversial person. A lot of people both Democrats and Republicans don't like her...but those people are idiots so who cares!
AOC The Fearless Rise of Alexandria Ocasio Cortez and What It Means for America, isn't a biography of AOC though you do learn about her upbringing. AOC is about Alexandria Ocasio Cortez as a transformational figure in politics. AOC has inspired many women of color especially Latina women. Through her ...more
For some reason Alexandria Ocasio Cortez is considered a controversial person. A lot of people both Democrats and Republicans don't like her...but those people are idiots so who cares!
AOC The Fearless Rise of Alexandria Ocasio Cortez and What It Means for America, isn't a biography of AOC though you do learn about her upbringing. AOC is about Alexandria Ocasio Cortez as a transformational figure in politics. AOC has inspired many women of color especially Latina women. Through her ...more
This is not a biography but a collection of essays by various people explaining what AOC political rise means to them. Therefore, it is hagiographic. There is a range of people from journalists to novelists such as Natalia Sylvester. Pedro Regalado explains about the Puerto Rican activism in New York.
I was looking for information about AOC to obtain a better understanding of her and what she represents. I was impressed by her when I saw her on T.V. during a congressional hearing questioning a pe ...more
I was looking for information about AOC to obtain a better understanding of her and what she represents. I was impressed by her when I saw her on T.V. during a congressional hearing questioning a pe ...more
She does NOT represent her generation. I've asked many. Have not found one yet who doesn't consider her a complete intellectual featherweight.
She is a living indictment of our educational system. ...more
She is a living indictment of our educational system. ...more
This book is basically a group of essays praising how great Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) is because she is Latina, Puerto Rican, for Socialism, for the environment and dislikes Trump. Some of the essays told more about the person writing the essay than about (AOC). I got the feeling that some of the individuals writing the essays were more concerned about what (AOC) could do for that Latinx community than for the American public in general (every race). The essays didn't talk about her qualifi
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I like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as much as the next liberal millennial, so I was excited to get a chance to read this! That being said, I thought it would be more biographical. What it is, however, is a 240 page love letter. I am not a fan of fawning (I'm half German, that's not how we do) so you understand my rating is not a reflection of dislike for the woman on the cover, but the repetitive and slightly cringey content of the book. I kind of wonder what AOC would think of it? She doesn't seem
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Let me start by saying, I flat-out loved this book. The idea behind it is brilliant: bring together a community of exceptional Latinx writer and thinkers and let each of them address the significance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her election in their own way. There's an open letter, a discussion of different types of Spanish-language fluency, some Puerto Rican and Newyorican history. I loved this book. Every piece in it shone in its own way—and they all head me thinking in rich, creative—and
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When all five one-star ratings (of course they leave zero indication of having actually read the book) come from people I’d already had to block in the past, then I’m sure it’s a title I want to read ASAP!
N.B.: AOC and I also have the same alma mater, Boston University. Go Terriers! (Yes, really. 🥴)
N.B.: AOC and I also have the same alma mater, Boston University. Go Terriers! (Yes, really. 🥴)
I thought that this would be a biography about her. Instead it wound up being essays and letters, I wanted to find out about the woman and her ideals. There is only so many times I can read about her red lip stick,white dress,and hoop earrings or that she beat a fellow Democrat in the election. Sorry,but I got soo bored reading it that I didn't finish it.
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Originally published on The Nerd Daily | Review by Nathalie DeFelice
I tend to stay away from books about political figures. Not because they’re not interesting, but because there’s a hopeful quality to them that I don’t often see play out in the same way in real life. They tend to be idealistic and told in such a way that portrays the figure as something more than human. However, this book changed my mind on all of that. I, as well as the world, have watched Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rise into po ...more
I tend to stay away from books about political figures. Not because they’re not interesting, but because there’s a hopeful quality to them that I don’t often see play out in the same way in real life. They tend to be idealistic and told in such a way that portrays the figure as something more than human. However, this book changed my mind on all of that. I, as well as the world, have watched Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rise into po ...more
Absolute drivel.
When it is snowy and cold outside (and my car is buried under 2ft of ❄️ ), superspeed readers like me can read 250+ pages/hour, so yes, I have read the book … and many more today. LOL
I requested and received a temporary digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley, the publisher and the author in exchange for an honest review.
From the publisher, as I do not repeat the contents or story of books in reviews, I let them do it as they do it better than I do 😸.
In the vein of Notorious RB ...more
I requested and received a temporary digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley, the publisher and the author in exchange for an honest review.
From the publisher, as I do not repeat the contents or story of books in reviews, I let them do it as they do it better than I do 😸.
In the vein of Notorious RB ...more
Cheap political tricks that are starting to prove very expensive in the long run.
It's powerful to hear about how AOC has affected and inspired the lives of so many people who have watched her overcome so much from the financial odds of winning an election against a 10 term incumbent backed by big money to the social backlash she got for daring to dance and have fun.
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When I picked up this book, I did so because it said AOC in big red letters on the cover and because I was attracted to the subtitle. The truth is, I don't think I read the subtitle beyond the words "The Fearless Rise." But this book is actually more about the "Powerful Resonance" part of the subtitle. A collection of essays--as with any collection some are more powerful than others--about different movements / identities, how Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez fits within those movements / identities, an
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Thanks to St. Martin's Press for my galley copy.
Because this is an uncorrected proof, Keegan-Michael Key's preface, "On Being an Indignant Brown Girl," and "Making the Green New Deal the Real Deal" are not included in the copy I reviewed.
I'm going to state off the bat that I am not an entirely unbiased reviewer. I tend to think AOC is pretty great. However, I'm going to try to be as unbiased as possible.
This is a collection of essays, so I'm going to treat it as such. Like any anthology, they're ...more
Because this is an uncorrected proof, Keegan-Michael Key's preface, "On Being an Indignant Brown Girl," and "Making the Green New Deal the Real Deal" are not included in the copy I reviewed.
I'm going to state off the bat that I am not an entirely unbiased reviewer. I tend to think AOC is pretty great. However, I'm going to try to be as unbiased as possible.
This is a collection of essays, so I'm going to treat it as such. Like any anthology, they're ...more
AOC: The Fearless Rise and Powerful Resonance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is partially an examination of Representative Ocasio-Cortez herself, and partially an examination of what it means to be a Latinx woman of color in today’s political landscape. Composed of essays from 17 writers, AOC becomes biographical in places, in others, it’s more of a reflection on the essayists’ lives, and how the symbol of AOC has affected them individually.
In all, I think this is an important study in how impactf ...more
In all, I think this is an important study in how impactf ...more
As someone who works in policy, is running for office, and is a Millenial woman who has the utmost respect for AOC, I really enjoyed this collection of essays.
If you're looking for a straightforward biography, this ain't it. It's a collection of 15 essays written about and to AOC. They do get repetitive at times (better editing could have fixed a bit, but not much? and for someone so early in their career, it's understandable).
I really enjoyed the perspectives of the Latinx women speaking about ...more
If you're looking for a straightforward biography, this ain't it. It's a collection of 15 essays written about and to AOC. They do get repetitive at times (better editing could have fixed a bit, but not much? and for someone so early in their career, it's understandable).
I really enjoyed the perspectives of the Latinx women speaking about ...more
Once again I was in search of a biography of AOC that would define her role in Congress however this book was once again a hagiography of Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez. The veneration of AOC is vastly unwarranted as if anyone reads her policies it is clear that AOC is an intellectual lightweight regardless of her Educational background that advocates for policies that are increasingly problematic for the United States as a whole. If you were looking for a balanced biography that defines AOC and he
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I got an ARC of this audiobook.
I will admit, I didn’t read the description of this book. I saw AOC and just knew I needed to read/listen. I thought it was going to be a memoir or a biography. It really isn’t either. Instead, it is a collection of essays about why AOC is important and what her being elected means for people.
The essays vary from more biography about AOC to a letter to AOC to descriptions of the issues with The Green New Deal. It was fa ...more
I got an ARC of this audiobook.
I will admit, I didn’t read the description of this book. I saw AOC and just knew I needed to read/listen. I thought it was going to be a memoir or a biography. It really isn’t either. Instead, it is a collection of essays about why AOC is important and what her being elected means for people.
The essays vary from more biography about AOC to a letter to AOC to descriptions of the issues with The Green New Deal. It was fa ...more
Ok so first things first, this is not a biography of AOC. I thought it was, many people thought it was. It is not. This did not disappoint me as much as it clearly disappointed others who were so interested in learning about AOC that they one-starred a book devoted to the many ways AOC's rise has affected Latinas, women, millennials and social progressives. She doesn't care about your 1 star and that's what so many people love about her.
But anyways, I digress. This really was a collection of ess ...more
But anyways, I digress. This really was a collection of ess ...more
Unfortunately, it feels like almost everyone wrote a slightly different version of the same essay, with the same information. Highlights were the two of three truly original essays, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
good to know that this is NOT a biography before diving in . . . but I'd also like a bio of her RECS PLEASE
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We stan AOC!
This wasn’t what I expected, it was a collection of essays on what AOC means to different people, rather than a memoir/biography, but that makes sense all things considering. This collection made me respect AOC even more.
This wasn’t what I expected, it was a collection of essays on what AOC means to different people, rather than a memoir/biography, but that makes sense all things considering. This collection made me respect AOC even more.
"Alexandria Ocasis Cortez's victory over Joe Crowley in 2018 was significant just on demographic grounds. For a twenty eight year old Latinx bartender to defeat a ten-year term incumbent with millions of dollars in campaign money for a young woman to overthrow an influential member of the 'old boy's club', was a milestone."
This above is what it's all about. She represents all of us in more ways than one.
I'm not Latino, I never worked as a bartender, but I have been and still do reside in the lan ...more
This above is what it's all about. She represents all of us in more ways than one.
I'm not Latino, I never worked as a bartender, but I have been and still do reside in the lan ...more
This book is a collection of essays by Latinx people chronicling the rise of AOC and how her presence in Congress is not only important with regards to identity, but her democratic socialist policy as well. I would say that this book is more in celebration of AOC that it is a dedicated biography about her and her work in detail, and that's important to know going in!
All in all, I found this book enjoyable and worthwhile. I listened on audio, and the audio performance by Marisa Blake was great. T ...more
All in all, I found this book enjoyable and worthwhile. I listened on audio, and the audio performance by Marisa Blake was great. T ...more
I was about to leave the library when this book caught my eye in the new releases section. I'll admit, I picked it up under the assumption that it was a biography of AOC. Instead, this book is a collection of essays written by primarily Latinx writers who share their thoughts on the significance of AOC as a leader and a person. As a fan of AOC, I very much enjoyed reading the essays, with my favorites being "In No Uncertain Terms" by Natalia Sylvester and "Latinas Are So Money" by Carmen Rita Wo
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If I was rating this book based on the subject I would hands down give this book 5 great big stars. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is one hell of a woman doing great things for the country she loves. She unapologetically stands up for how all women should be treated. Her hard-working and humble background has made her relatable and inspiring to so many Americans. Hence this book. This book is a collection of essays about all the ways Ocasio-Cortez has touched people’s lives. The audio version is narra
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I love AOC and appreciated the opportunity to read from different authors about what her rise to power means to them. I wish that this was more of a biography than a series of devotional letters, though. I learned some new information about AOC, but because each essay was from a different author it tended to get repetitive — even mentioning the same tweet three or four times.
My rating has nothing to do with my love for AOC though. Man, what a powerful trailblazer who has become such an influent ...more
My rating has nothing to do with my love for AOC though. Man, what a powerful trailblazer who has become such an influent ...more
Partially an examination of AOC herself, and partially an examination of what it means to be a Latina woman of color in today’s political landscape. Composed of essays from 17 writers, the book becomes biographical in places, in others, it’s more of a reflection on the essayists’ lives, and how the symbol of AOC has affected them individually. I particularly admired AOCs tenacity in the face of bigotry, sexism, and racism (particularly from the former POTUS). It is inspiring and creates a sense
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