Originally posted on November 2, 2020 @ 7:45 pm
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is an American Politician. She is best known by her initials, AOC. Presently, she serves as the U.S. Representative for New York’s 14th Congressional District. These include North Central Queens, Rikers Island, and the Bronx.
Furthermore, AOC is listed as the youngest woman to ever serve in the U.S. Congress. She took office at just 29.
In addition to that, she is also a member of the Democratic Party. In 2017, she was named Hispanic Institute- Person of the Year by Ernesto Nieto. Continue reading to learn more about her career details and net worth.
Net Worth and Income Sources.
According to various resources, members of the U.S. Congress earn an average of $511K in 2020. Her annual congressional salary is $174,000, which is a steep rise compared to her previous salary. Furthermore, upon entering the politics industry, Alexandria earned $6000 from her campaign.
Besides receiving her annual salary, she also receives $3000 for her living expenses. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s net worth currently stands at $100K.
Car, House, Property, Lifestyle.
Sources say that Alexandria doesn’t own any properties or assets at the moment. Unfortunately, she has not disclosed her current residence. Given time, Aoc will soon be a very famous wealthy politician.
Career Highlight.
At the start of Alexandria’s political career, she worked with the late Senator Ted Kennedy. Back then, she handled foreign affairs and immigration casework.
In 2016, Cortez was already an active member of the Democratic Socialists of America. At that time, she ran a progressive platform that abolished ICE, Universal health care, criminal justice reform, and tuition-free college.
In June 2018, Aoc made history after defeating Congress Joe Crowley, who is considered the 4th most powerful democrat. She had received 57.13% of votes, while Joe Crowley received 42.5 %.
Aside from winning the election, Aoc has also won the hearts of many. She has been a good inspiration to all the women in the country.
Cortez was even featured on Vanity Fair’s November Cover. Research shows that she is one of the most popular U.S. politicians on Twitter after President Trump and former US president Barack Obama.
Her fans even believe that she will be president one day, which is possible since it’s also her dream.