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Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Kirsten Anderson
By (author) Who HQ
Illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez
SeriesWho HQ Now
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:56
Dimensions(mm): Height 194,Width 137
ISBN/Barcode 9780593226407
ClassificationsDewey:324.2092
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint Penguin Workshop
Publication Date 16 March 2021
Publication Country United States

Description

The inspiring story of the youngest woman ever elected to Congress, told in the new Who HQ NOW format for trending topics. On June 26, 2018, twenty-eight-year-old Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a bartender from New York City, became the youngest woman ever elected to serve on Congress. Her win shocked the political world and she became a celebrity overnight. Soon, everyone knew her by her initials- AOC. As soon as she was sworn into office, AOC became a vocal champion for healthcare for all and the fight against climate change. This exciting story details the defining moments of what led to her victory and all the monumental ones since that have shaped her into a smart politician willing to fight for others, the environment, and the future of America.

Author Biography

Kirsten Anderson is a writer and actress who lives in New York City with her charming Pomeranian, Sunflower. She has written several biographies for children, including Who Was Andy Warhol? and Who Was Robert Ripley?