Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, also known as AOC, is an American politician and activist serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district since 2019. Born in the Parkchester neighborhood of the Bronx, she later moved to Yorktown for better schools. She graduated from Boston University with degrees in international relations and economics. A member of the Democratic Party and the Democratic Socialists of America, she is known for her progressive policies, including the Green New Deal and Medicare for All. Ocasio-Cortez gained national attention for her grassroots campaign and her effective use of social media to engage with constituents. She advocates for economic justice, healthcare reform, and climate action.