WASHINGTON – "Socialist" seems to be the new "Democrat," in accordance with the chief of the Democratic National Committee.
DNC Chairman Tom Perez has declared a self-proclaimed Democratic socialist, who not too long ago gained a major for Congress, "the future of our party."
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beat Democrat Rep. Joseph Crowley (D-NY), chairman of the House Democratic Caucus and a rising star as soon as seen as a prime candidate for speaker if Democrats win a majority.
"I have three kids, two of them are daughters. One just graduated college; one who is in college – and they were both texting me about their excitement over Alexandria because she really – she represents the future of our party," Perez instructed "The Bill Press Show."
Ocasio-Cortez painted herself as a lady of the individuals in her group, pushing taxpayer-funded healthcare, free school tuition and the abolishment of ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) company.
Perez, a former Cabinet secretary underneath President Barack Obama, additionally talked about Ben Jealous, former head of the NAACP and Democratic candidate for governor in Maryland, who some contemplate a socialist.
It's a mannequin made in style by prime presidential contender and Democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-MA).