Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Takes Steps Toward Potential 2028 Presidential Run

<p>Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has indicated she has not made a decision regarding a presidential run, but she is taking actions that suggest a potential bid for the White House in 2028. Recently, she has launched a national tour, although she has not formally labeled it as such.</p><ul><li>Ocasio-Cortez has participated in various events, including rallying voters in Philadelphia for a left-wing congressional candidate and speaking about voting rights in Montgomery, Alabama.</li><li>She addressed the congregation at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta alongside Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock and discussed issues such as Black maternal health at Morehouse School of Medicine.</li><li>This week, she is scheduled to campaign for congressional candidate Sam Forstag in Missoula, Montana.</li></ul><p>Democratic operatives believe that if she decides to run, she could raise significant funds from small-dollar donors and attract supporters from previous Bernie Sanders campaigns. Ocasio-Cortez has also engaged with Democratic Party leaders, attending events such as the Power Rising Summit in Chicago.</p><p>In her speeches, she has emphasized themes of unity and social justice, stating, "What happens in Georgia happens to New York... we are united by our humanity and common citizenship." However, she has expressed skepticism about early polling that shows her as a leading contender.</p><p>A source close to Ocasio-Cortez mentioned that she is still undecided about running for president and is also considering a Senate bid. Her decision will be based on where she believes she can make the most impact.</p>