AOC Makes Twitch Debut to Encourage Voting
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made her first appearance on Twitch with an Among Us stream to promote voting in the upcoming election. AOC, known for her digital literacy and use of technology, continues to leverage social media for political activism.
Joining Forces on Twitch
AOC was joined by Rep. Ilhan Omar and popular Twitch personalities like Pokimane, Myth, and HassanAbi. The stream also featured appearances from Gus Johnson, Disguised Toast, and even Omar’s daughter. The stream garnered a peak of approximately 439,000 viewers, making it the third most-watched in Twitch history.
Gaming and Political Advocacy
This is not AOC’s first venture into the gaming world. In 2019, she made headlines by reaching Silver 4 rank in League of Legends. Earlier this year, she introduced an amendment to prevent military recruitment on live streaming platforms, following controversies surrounding the U.S. military’s use of fake giveaways on Twitch.
The Future of Politics on Twitch
As Twitch becomes more mainstream, politicians may increasingly turn to the platform to connect with their bases. AOC’s successful stream demonstrates the potential reach and impact of playing games with popular streamers.