A poll in New Hampshire, the first primary state, places Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez first among potential Democratic presidential candidates for 2028. In response, the congresswoman said she feels 'very honored' and does not rule out running. The survey adds to signs of her growing national profile as the leading voice of the party's progressive wing, according to Ariel Kahana (Israel Hayom).
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) is the top choice of Democratic primary voters in New Hampshire for the 2028 presidential race, according to a poll cited by Ariel Kahana of Israel Hayom. The survey, conducted in the first primary state, places her ahead of other potential candidates. AOC responded that she is 'very honored' and does not rule out a run, though she has long been rumored to consider a Senate bid first.
AOC remains the most prominent figure in the Democratic Party's far-left progressive wing, known for her socialist-leaning positions and consistent avoidance of ties with Israeli officials or mainstream Jewish institutions. In recent years, she has quietly opened a backchannel with figures on the far left of the Jewish spectrum. The Zioneer previously reported on her coordination with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani in the 2026 Democratic primaries (July 3), underscoring her influence within the progressive camp.
The poll is the latest indicator of a potential 2028 run, though AOC has not made a formal announcement. Other surveys also place her among the top five contenders.
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