AOC joins Macklemore frenzy in bizarre fundraising memo targeting pro-Trump billionaire
Ocasio-Cortez argued that Kraft’s influence threatened free speech and asked supporters to fund her movement.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez used a fundraising memo to criticize Robert Kraft over Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour, calling it an abuse of power and asking supporters to donate. Kraft said his concerns were about broader public discourse and pledged money for Palestinians.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
D · NY-14
Used the Macklemore controversy in a fundraising appeal criticizing Robert Kraft.
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Former president mentioned in connection with Kraft’s political ties and past support.
ALSO MENTIONED Macklemore, Rapper and pro-Palestinian activist whose removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour is at the center of the dispute.; Robert Kraft, Billionaire stadium owner criticized in Ocasio-Cortez’s fundraising memo; he offered a different account of his concerns.
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