A Leftist Who Defies Victim Culture

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A Leftist Who Defies Victim Culture

TL;DR

  • Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke on Instagram Live on February 1, 2021.
  • She recounted her experience hiding in her office bathroom during the January 6 Capitol riot.
  • The event brought back traumatic memories of her past sexual abuse.
  • She chose to focus on her personal trauma rather than a political analysis of the riot.