Former Congresswoman Val Demings

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The National Guard has been critical to our safety and security. They protected the Capitol after January 6th, helped distribute COVID vaccines, and we rely on them when hurricanes hit. I’m calling on the administration to significantly increase Florida's National Guard funding. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

In the last 28 years, there have been 48 National Guard activations in Florida. That’s why last year I led a letter with Democrats and Republicans calling for more National Guard resources for Florida. We just sent another one. We’ll keep leading on this until it gets done. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Car damage due to broken highways and roads are obnoxious and unacceptable. Our plan to invest in the improvement and upkeep of local infrastructures is critical. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

We cannot continue to play political games while health care and prescription drug costs rise. Florida’s seniors deserve better than this. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Investment into cutting edge technology for American manufacturing is how we continue to build an economy that works for the working class. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Investments into American manufacturing mean stocked shelves, a growing economy, and stronger domestic supply chains. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Cancer is the leading cause of death among children. It’s critical that we fully fund research efforts to save the lives of our nation’s children. #ICCD2022 #CUREALL https://t.co/XrJBLNS69Y — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Morgan was a trailblazer, an inventor, a businessman, and a community leader. His work has saved countless lives. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/NKyt7PDyC1 — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The first traffic light, a two-light “stop/go” signal had been developed in London. But Morgan improved on the design, adding the third signal – yellow – to the light to reduce traffic congestion patterns and accidents. Today, it’s everywhere. https://t.co/wFGLDMb4wV — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Morgan personally risked his life to help save the trapped men, rescuing eight. National newspapers reported on the rescue, but neglected to mention his role. He wrote to the mayor, “I am not a well-educated man; however, I have a Ph.D. from the school of hard knocks.” — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

He became known as “the inventor of Harlem Avenue,” where he lived. In 1916, a group of miners were buried in a tunnel collapse under Lake Erie. The Cleveland Police called Morgan, who rushed – still in his pajamas – with masks and volunteers down to the tunnel. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

His love of creating pushed him to experiment, leading to his prototype of a breathing device which would serve as the early blueprint of the gas masks used in WWI. It sold poorly, until he hired a white man to pretend to be the inventor in a demonstration. Then it took off. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Morgan started as a sewing machine repairmen. The process of taking apart and rebuilding the machines fascinated him, and he tinkered with how to improve their production quality. He started his first business with his wife, and became a community leader in Cleveland. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Garrett Morgan was a Black inventor and businessman. He became particularly known for safety products, including the modern day three-color American traffic light and an early gas mask, but also had a line of beauty products for Black hair. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/AgU9X0NHHW — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Redirecting cargo ships to our Florida ports is a smart move to help resolve current supply chain issues. https://t.co/GdaFaoIwhT — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

The #ChildTaxCredit has become critical to Americans over the past year. We must protect it. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Solar manufacturing is economically and environmentally smart: Florida is the Sunshine State, and we should embrace the opportunity to transform sunshine into new American jobs to build a brighter future. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Happy Valentine’s Day. Perhaps the Senate will have a change of heart and stop blocking the Violence Against Women Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Investment into American innovation and tech is necessary to sustain our economic recovery. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This #BlackHistoryMonth, learn about Katherine Johnson, a scientific inspiration for women and girls. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

RT @RepValDemings: For Alyssa, Scott, Martin, Nicholas, Aaron, Jaime, Chris, Luke, Cara, Gina, Joaquin, Alaina, Meadow, Helena, Alex, Carme… — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This #BlackHistoryMonth and #ValentinesDay, I am pleased to highlight a man of many firsts: the first Black leader of @OrangeCoSheriff, @OrlandoPolice, and @OrangeCoFL, my husband, @OCFLMayor. Proud of all that you will continue to accomplish. https://t.co/9aJJMvYHPe — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

This #BlackHistoryMonth and #ValentinesDay, I am pleased to highlight a man of many firsts: the first Black leader of @OrangeCoSheriff, @OrlandoPolice, and @OrangeCoFL, my husband, @OCFLMayor. Proud of all that you will continue to accomplish. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

RT @RepValDemings: From the date of the Parkland shooting until today, there have been another 2,165+ mass shootings in the United States.… — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

For Alyssa, Scott, Martin, Nicholas, Aaron, Jaime, Chris, Luke, Cara, Gina, Joaquin, Alaina, Meadow, Helena, Alex, Carmen, and Peter. For all the others who bear wounds visible and invisible. For all our children. We must do better. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

From the date of the Parkland shooting until today, there have been another 2,165+ mass shootings in the United States. Of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the first is life. Our children have a right to live. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

In the days leading up to the shooting, a young man who was known to be dangerous and hateful was able to easily access deadly high-powered weapons. We must work to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people. Let’s come together to keep innocent people safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

I hope that every family member and survivor knows the boundless love and support that we hold for them. But there is anger today, too, and rightly so, for we have failed to keep our children safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Four years ago the community of #Parkland suffered unbearable tragedy. The students and staff who were shot and killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas were irreplaceable. They are missed today and every day. #MSDStrong https://t.co/URz1Ge66It — PolitiTweet.org

Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings

Wishing a Happy #ValentinesDay to my wonderful husband @OCFLMayor. Working together makes a difference. https://t.co/ZoICgcM16J — PolitiTweet.org