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The Strokes Bring Bernie Sanders And AOC Into Their New York Homecoming

Ocasio-Cortez appeared with Sanders to introduce The Strokes at their New York City show.

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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined The Strokes onstage at the band’s New York City homecoming concert, where Sanders praised the group’s advocacy and other guests urged political engagement.

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Representative who joined Sanders in introducing The Strokes

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ALSO MENTIONED  Chris Smalls, Labor organizer who appeared onstage and encouraged political engagement; Lee Camp, Comedian and political commentator who appeared onstage; Maya Rupert, Political strategist and author who participated in an event moderated by Julian Casablancas

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders Introduce The Strokes at Queens Concert

Outlets agree that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders introduced The Strokes at a New York City concert; accounts identify it as the band’s Queens homecoming. Left-leaning outlets focus on the onstage appearance and calls to vote, treating the political remarks as part of the concert event.

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