Exclusive: AOC says Republican chaos shows how reasonable progressives like the Squad are

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS January, 2023 View in browser Exclusive: AOC says Republican chaos shows how reasonable progressives like the Squad are   Eric Garcia Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has told The Independent that Republicans' chaotic efforts to elect a Speaker for the new Congress are serving to highlight how grounded and reasonable she and other members of the so-called Squad of progressive Democrats have been. Throughout much of her time in Congress, the self-described democratic socialist has heard herself and other progressives described as "unreasonable." Former-representative Stephanie Murphy even called the coterie of Democrats "the never enough caucus" during negotiations about the bipartisan infrastructure bill and passing Build Back Better.   Read the full story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > Follow our live blog on the House Speaker   > Photo of AOC laughing as Matt Gaetz makes impassioned speech goes viral > AOC reveals why she was chatting with GOP opponent who fantasised about killing her in anime video Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Health Check Every Thursday, 7am (UK time) Written by Rebecca Thomas Join now The Race Report Fortnightly, 6pm (UK time) Written by Nadine White Join now If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.