AOC says Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign 'broke my brain'

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AOC and Bernie Sanders are two of the most influential figures on the American left. It wasn't always that way. When Sanders ran for president in 2016, AOC was bartending. In a new podcast, she described how the Vermont senator's first presidential bid radicalized her. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time. Advertisement When Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez first heard Sen. Bernie Sanders's presidential campaign message in 2016, she was radicalized. "It was the first time that I heard an elected leader say everybody deserves healthcare in this country by the fact that they are born a human being," the New York Democratic said on an episode of the Vermont senator's podcast released on Wednesday. "It broke my brain a little bit." This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in .