Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: Quick Facts
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American politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2019, defeating Democratic incumbent Joseph Crowley in a shocking primary upset. Ocasio-Cortez won the seat, which represents New York's 14th congressional district, after running a grassroots campaign that highlighted a progressive political agenda.
Facts
| Also Known As | AOC |
|---|---|
| Born | October 13, 1989 (age 37) • New York City • New York |
| Title / Office | House of Representatives (2019-), United States |
| Political Affiliation | Democratic Party • Democratic Socialists of America |
| Notable Family Members | daughter of Sergio Ocasio-Roman • daughter of Blanca Ocasio-Cortez • sister of Gabriel Ocasio-Cortez |
| Education | Boston University (B.A., 2011) • Yorktown High School (Yorktown Heights, New York) |
| Founder Of | Brook Avenue Press |
| Twitter Handle | @RepAOC |
| Instagram Username | aoc |
Top Questions
Does Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have siblings?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has one brother, Gabriel Ocasio-Cortez.
What degree does Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez graduated cum laude from Boston University in 2011 with a bachelor of arts degree in economics and international relations.
Who are Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's parents?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was born to Sergio Ocasio-Roman, an architect born in the Bronx, and Blanca Ocasio-Cortez, who was born in Puerto Rico. Ocasio-Roman died while Alexandria was in her sophomore year of college at Boston University.
Where is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's district?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez represents New York's 14th congressional district, which includes parts of the Bronx and Queens.
Where did Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez go to college?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez attended Boston University, where she graduated in 2011 with a bachelor's degree in economics and international relations.
Did You Know?
- Ocasio-Cortez's high school microbiology project won second place in the microbiology category at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in 2007.
- Ocasio-Cortez was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives at the age of 29, making her the youngest woman to be elected to the House.
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