AOC's attempt to dismiss 'Woke 1' as 'crazy' draws criticism from left-leaning outlets

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Representative Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez referred to the “Woke 1” era as “crazy” during an appearance on ABC’s “This Week.” Left‑leaning outlets such as The Atlantic criticized her for distancing herself from earlier progressive positions. Commentators warned that such avoidance could backfire as Democratic Socialists of America candidates gain influence within the party.

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▪AOC joked that “Woke 1 was crazy” while speaking on ABC’s “This Week.”
▪The Atlantic published an article condemning Ocasio‑Cortez’s attempt to walk back her past progressive rhetoric.
▪Writer Idrees Kahloon warned that distancing from “woke” ideas may backfire as Democratic Socialists of America candidates rise in influence.
▪The criticism highlights tension between establishment Democrats and the progressive wing ahead of future primaries.

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Media AOC's attempt to dismiss 'Woke 1' as 'crazy' draws criticism from left-leaning outlets Outlets like The Atlantic and CNN criticize congresswoman's attempt to distance herself from progressive ideas By Lindsay Kornick Fox News Published August 11, 2026 8:22pm EDT Comments Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Karol Markowicz reacts to AOC distancing herself from woke rhetoric New York Post columnist Karol Markowicz reacts to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., distancing herself from far-left pandemic-era rhetoric on Fox & Friends. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Even left-leaning and progressive media have begun to turn on Rep.

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