
Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) railed against moderate Democrats for being “funded by billionaires” in a steadfast defense of political “purity tests,” all while neglecting to mention her own acceptance of a billionaire’s donation to her campaign.
The Democratic socialist darling, who has endorsed Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders’ presidential bid, made headlines Saturday for taking a stance against South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigeig, another Democrat vying for the 2020 nomination, for his defense of a California wine cave fundraiser he held that was attended by billionaires.