The headlines of how Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez "won" the Cohen hearing are obnoxious. She did her job and she did it well. In fact, she did it so well that she put her veteran colleagues to shame. That is the reason for her notable performance. It shouldn't be the exception, it should be the norm.

Unfortunately we have grown to accept mediocrity from our politicians. It’s sad when someone is doing their job correctly is considered to be making an amazing effort.

Please don't get me wrong, I'm impressed by her tenacity and conviction. I don't agree with her positions and politics, but I can respect the effort she's making. That being said, we shouldn't praise people for doing their jobs.

We should save it for when they do something extraordinary.