In an interview on ABC News’s 'This Week,' Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) was questioned by host Jonathan Karl regarding the political positions of Francesca Hong, a Democratic candidate for governor in Wisconsin. The discussion centered on past statements made by Hong, specifically a previous call for Americans to 'cancel Thanksgiving.'

When asked for her perspective on these past stances, Ocasio-Cortez distanced herself from some of the more extreme rhetoric associated with earlier progressive movements. She quoted a New York City Council member to frame her assessment, stating, 'Woke 1 was crazy.' This comment served as a critique of how certain political messaging was handled in the past, suggesting a need for a more measured approach to public discourse.

The exchange highlights a broader internal debate within the Democratic Party regarding the effectiveness of specific progressive slogans and cultural stances. While Ocasio-Cortez did not explicitly disavow her own progressive platform, the use of the term 'Woke 1' suggests she is acknowledging a distinction between earlier, more polarizing messaging and her current political strategy. The interview did not provide further context on whether Hong has since moderated these specific positions, nor did it detail the full scope of the 'Woke 1' era as defined by Ocasio-Cortez.