Former Congresswoman Val Demings

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

As a 27-year law enforcement officer and chief of police, I saw that crime does not occur in a vacuum. When we give people real opportunities and a pathway to a better life, it keeps all of us safer. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

RT @atrupar: Joe Biden has a list of Republicans who voted against the American Rescue Plan but are shamelessly touting it anyway https://t… — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

https://t.co/lJHTsp4v1X — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

So why is this happening? The #AmericanJobsPlan would be fully paid for by making the largest companies in America (some of which pay ZERO taxes due to corporate loopholes) pay their fair share, and some in Congress value corporate profits over America’s prosperity. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Creating millions of jobs by rebuilding our infrastructure with the #AmericanJobsPlan is such an obviously good policy that it’s stunning to see Republicans throwing themselves in the way to block it. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Unavailability of child care makes it hard for parents to work. We could create incredible growth and opportunity in this country if we invest in this undervalued service. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

More info: https://t.co/zRKq5RfqNG — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation to help non-violent inmates learn trade skills that will help them rejoin society and be good citizens and good neighbors. This will give people a second chance while also reducing crime. It’s the right thing to do, and the smart thing too. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

"We are political pawns," one officer said. "Now the people we are sworn to protect and did protect on the 6th don't want to fund us or figure out what really happened that day." — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This is bigger than politics. The mother of Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick: “Not having a January 6 Commission to look into exactly what occurred is a slap in the faces of all the officers who did their jobs that day.” — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

“I kind of got lulled, I got fooled, I listened to (Senate Minority Leader Mitch) McConnell's words that same night when they reconvened (on January 6),” the officer said. “I bought into it, I thought, ‘Wow, we are really going to get some answers.’” — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

"We have heard all of this support for police, police, police, and then your own police force is battered and bruised and now you drag your feet?" said one officer. https://t.co/HorY9hbiXv — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Do not claim to support the police and then vote against the January 6th Commission. Just don’t. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

These $1,000 teacher bonuses, like the previous ones for first responders, are funded by the #AmericanRescuePlan passed by @HouseDemocrats which the governor opposed. He's taking credit for a Democratic bill he fought against. Shameless. https://t.co/uUmBSazRth — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Don’t ask us to bend or compromise on basic values like truth, justice and accountability. We will not. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Why do we accept this violence in our communities? Surely we can do better. Surely we can come together and pass simple rules to keep guns away from those who should not have them. I truly believe we can get this right. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Last week in a @housejudiciary hearing, “Gun Violence, An Unending Crisis,” we heard excuse after excuse why it’s too hard to keep guns out of the hands of criminals, the mentally ill, and terrorists. Since then: - more than 15 mass shootings - dozens dead - 8 killed today in CA — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Terrible. Praying for their families. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I’ve introduced legislation to regulate the concealable armor-piercing weapons that have killed multiple police officers around the country. I call on all of my colleagues who claim to “support law enforcement” to join me on this legislation. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Get your internet bill paid for. $50/month, available to most Americans who lost jobs/income in the last year, plus most low-income households: https://t.co/8UB32QBNpE — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The January 6th Commission is not “partisan.” This is just a shameless lie. In reality, the commission is modeled on the successful 9/11 Commission and completely bipartisan, with five Democrats and five Republicans. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I believe that we can get the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act passed. We don't have a choice. Everybody counts, and everybody is accountable. With @TheLastWord @Lawrence: https://t.co/MgrAPBKSZC — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I also want to thank all of the AmeriCorps members who have dedicated their time, passion, and energy to making our community a better place. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I am extremely pleased to announce new funding which will support hundreds of @AmeriCorps members as they work to provide tutoring and support to at-risk students in our community. https://t.co/4O4vqaGkYg — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Make that 'Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke.' — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This is fantastic news. Ms. Clarke will be a tireless champion for civil rights and for all Americans. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

We need to make it easier for Americans to start families if they want to do so. I was proud to recently vote for legislation to prohibit discrimination against pregnant workers. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This astounding attitude of “guns everywhere, no matter the cost” puts police officers and ordinary Americans in direct danger. https://t.co/ch33VN7sJg — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Millions of workers are out of a job while our infrastructure is falling apart. Investing in rebuilding America is what we call a “win-win.” — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The #ForThePeopleAct would: - protect voting rights - get big money out of politics - protect our elections from interference - limit gerrymandering I want Republicans in the Senate to tell us which part of this, specifically, they oppose. — PolitiTweet.org