Former Congresswoman Val Demings

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The greatest shield against violence in America is the expansion of liberty, education, and economic opportunity to all people. Only justice and prosperity can ensure the survival of our Constitution and our republic. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The false, violent, anti-Semitic QAnon conspiracy poses a simple question for good-intentioned Republicans across the country: will you stand up to reject hate? — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

RT @MMCADC: A quote from @RepValDemings during the @powertofly summit last week. Let's continue to strengthen those who are doing the wor… — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

- Pine Hills – 6408 Jennings Road, Orlando, FL 32818 |407-254-9100 - Taft – 9450 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32824 | 407-254-1950 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

- East Orange – 12050 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32826 | 407-254-9610 (Spanish speaking representatives are available) - Holden Heights – 1201 20th St. Orlando, FL 32805 | 407-836-6777 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

To Orange County constituents: please share this critical information with seniors in your life who don’t have internet access: for vaccine appointments, call or visit one of the following community centers: — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

For information about vaccination in Orange County, Florida, - call 844-770-8548 - e-mail [email protected] - or click here: https://t.co/jBYEcjGCJq — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of my colleague U.S. Rep. Ron Wright. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Read more about Audrey Nell Edwards Hamilton's powerful story below. Audrey Nell suffered imprisonment and lifelong hardship because she—as only a teenager—had the bravery to stand by her convictions and refuse to give up her fight for civil liberties. #BlackHistoryMonth — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

In 2014, Dr. Hayling said, “I thought I’d paid my dues and earned my citizenship. But my country was not ready to accept me. I didn’t want exceptions. I just wanted to be equal.” #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/zDtWA01bEK — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Dr. Hayling had to flee St. Augustine after the protests. But later, he was given the city's highest honors. Audrey Nell Edwards, one of the St. Augustine Four, said, “He motivated us. He made us feel like we were doing something right." https://t.co/TfljL56qRN — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

They strategically brought other photo-friendly allies, including Mary Parkman Peabody, a 72-year-old white woman and mother of the Governor of Massachusetts. Her arrest, like the pool photos, spurred the national press to cast the movement's struggles in a different light. https://t.co/J80TjVIAZP — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The following day, the Civil Rights Act was approved. J.T. Johnson, one of the swimmers in the pool that day, later said "I'm not so sure the Civil Rights Act would have been passed had [there] not been a St. Augustine. It was a milestone." https://t.co/N6MP5ZM71K — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The movement was the only time and place where Dr. King was arrested in Florida. 16 Jewish rabbis were also jailed (the largest mass arrest of rabbis in American history). Brave protesters jumped into a "Whites only" pool and had acid dumped on them (pictured: Mimi Ford). https://t.co/28XLr8FZY7 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Katherine "Kat" Twine, the "Rosa Parks of St. Augustine," was arrested so many times that she kept a bag packed by the door for when they came to arrest her, and carried around a large-brimmed hat (her "Freedom Hat") so that she would have some shade in the stockades. https://t.co/zPAAm1Ohzo — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The Civil Rights Act was deadlocked and filibustered. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and others joined Dr. Hayling in St. Augustine. They marched nightly, enduring assaults and incarcerations outside in the hot sun. https://t.co/AqVAsrKe1t — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The sheriff arrested four KKK members, AND the four Black men, who were accused of "assaulting" the mob. Charges against the klansmen were dropped. Dr. Hayling was convicted of "criminal assault." The next spring, in 1964, Dr. Hayling put out his call. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

He advocated for Black residents to be recognized at the anniversary. In response, he and three others were kidnapped, brought to a Klan rally, beaten, and nearly burned alive. Klan members fired into his home, killing his dog and just missing his pregnant wife. https://t.co/TPIHxwwKrK — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Dr. Hayling had attended @FAMU_1887 & served in the @usairforce. In 1960, he moved to St. Augustine, which was just a few years from celebrating its "400th anniversary as the nation’s oldest city on an all-white basis." https://t.co/NQxiISzsoE — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

In spring of 1964, Dr. Robert Hayling, a Black dentist and civil rights leader in St. Augustine, FL, called for college students to come spend their spring breaks not on the beach but at nonviolent civil rights protests. They came. (Thread) #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/7qJkasLGFj — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

RT @RepValDemings: I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Chief Master Sergeant Richard R. Hall Jr. on several occasions over recent years… — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

You can read more about Chief Master Sergeant Richard R. Hall Jr. in the @OrlandoSentinel here. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/ZRxu6Ddj0s — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Chief Master Sergeant Richard R. Hall Jr. on several occasions over recent years. He will be missed by his community, his family and all who loved him. We are grateful for a life well lived. https://t.co/ygTdzOvUBy — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Chief Master Sergeant Richard R. Hall Jr. was a mechanic for the Tuskegee Airmen, and when asked which planes were his favorite, he would joke "none of them," since every plane that came to him was in need of critical and stressful wartime repair. https://t.co/2cmj3dgGGk — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The Tuskegee Airmen were America's first group of Black military airmen and support personnel. They overcame fear, hardship and prejudice to defend freedom in our hour of need. #BlackHistoryMonth — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This weekend in Winter Park FL, America laid to rest a true hero, Chief Master Sergeant Richard R. Hall Jr. Chief Master Sergeant Hall was member of the Tuskegee Airmen. He served in World War II and the Korean War, and earned the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor. https://t.co/RONTV4sur8 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

While we are playing political games, there are people in this country who are suffering. Words mean nothing without action. I'd rather SEE a sermon every day than just simply hear one. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Like our @HouseDemocrats Chair @RepJeffries, I had words for my GOP colleagues on @HouseJudiciary yesterday: your oath means nothing if you don't practice what you preach. https://t.co/hkQReZcuE2 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The #covid pandemic has made it obvious that we need national #PaidLeave. The #FamilyAct will let people to take the time they need to care for themselves and their families during tough times. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Today we will pass the National Apprenticeship Act of 2021 to help Americans get back to work by creating nearly 1 MILLION new apprenticeship opportunities. @HouseDemocrats are committed to valuing good-paying jobs and expanding opportunity for all. — PolitiTweet.org