Delegates at NYC-DSA convention pass resolution formally calling on Congresswoman AOC to run in 2028 presidential race. The Democratic Socialists of America’s New York City chapter officially urged Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Saturday to launch a presidential run in 2028. The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (NYC-DSA) has voted to formally urge Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run for US president in 2028.