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Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
In 2002, Poitier won an Honorary Academy Award for overall contribution to cinema. The same year, Denzel Washington became the second Black man to win Best Actor. He said "40 years I've been chasing Sidney...I'll always be following in your footsteps." https://t.co/IjS3BYnYxy — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Poitier continued to dominate at the box office and take home awards and nominations. In Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, he played a man in an interracial relationship, something that was still illegal in 17 states until just six months before the film's release. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
As @MarkHarrisNYC wrote, Poitier "was well aware that...his win would be used to sell a preposterous falsehood...that the movie industry had solved its race problem." Wrote Poitier, "I knew we hadn't 'overcome' because I was still the only one." — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
He won his Best Actor Academy Award in 1963 for Lilies of the Field, an inspiring moment for millions of people. It was, and remains, a stunning accomplishment. But it was not the end of the struggle. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
In 1959 and 1961, he starred in A Raisin in the Sun, the first Broadway play written by a Black woman (Lorraine Hansberry) and first with a Black director (Lloyd Richards). The story, depicting Black life, "changed American theater forever." — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
In 1958, he became the first Black actor nominated for the Best Actor Academy Award, for his role in The Defiant Ones. He was also nominated for a Golden Globe, and won awards in Britain and Berlin the same year. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Sidney Poitier was a legend and inspiration. Born in Miami to Bahamian parents, his stunning stage and screen career was a powerful story of Black success, breaking barriers & challenging assumptions. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on forever. Rest in peace. https://t.co/7vg1JOlwdx — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
There is still time to enroll in medical coverage for 2022! Please visit https://t.co/lshzhEvxPX to find a plan that works for you! — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Honoring this evening all who protected democracy, and our Capitol on that tragic day 1 year ago. My prayers remain with the victims, my fellow members of Congress, staff and our Capitol police. God bless America. https://t.co/6yEluiP0Cv — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
https://t.co/N57R2ByjMp — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
I will support, protect, and defend because America is worth it. https://t.co/rnyOaACvmi — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Of those who are currently experiencing life threatening COVID cases, the unvaccinated vastly outnumber those that are partially or fully vaccinated. Please make sure you and your loved ones are protected. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Your safety and the safety of our Republic remains top priority. #January6th — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
We cannot move forward until we acknowledge our past. #January6th — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Democracy must be protected. #January6th — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Protecting democracy should not be partisan. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
We must do everything possible to protect the sanctity of our democratic process, and the safety of those who swore to uphold it. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
The safety of Members of Congress, our staff and our Capitol Police was put in imminent danger, simply for carrying out our elected responsibility. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
It has been 1 year since a deadly attack took place at the Capitol in an attempt to stop Congress from verifying a duly elected President. https://t.co/m3SVPEZ4Bx — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
We must do everything in our power to stop the spread of the virus and protect our children. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Pediatric hospitals are experiencing a surge as children return to school this week. We have a responsibility to keep our children safe and healthy; this cannot happen while ignoring CDC mask & vaccine recommendations. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Denying someone their constitutional right to vote is shameful. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Getting back to work safely means getting vaccinated. Let’s all do our part to keep things up and running with the best defense we have against COVID-19. #GetVaccinated — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
As we continue to learn more information surrounding January 6, I will say once again: no one is above the law. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Job recovery is among the strongest in our nation’s history, with a 75% decline in weekly filing over the past year. This is incredible progress for American families. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
The FDA has approved COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 12 years old. We must do everything in our power to keep our children and our communities safe. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
We have the chance this year to create significant change for the American people; let’s get it done. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
I would like to thank the NAACP Marion County Chapter for inviting me to speak at their Annual Jubilee Service. This beautiful event commemorated the signing of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation. This was truly a night of remembrance and reflection. https://t.co/cpBu8ldcXW — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
Every American has the right to cast a vote, for that vote to be counted, and for that vote to matter. Voting is a foundational right, without which none of our other freedoms and liberties can survive. — PolitiTweet.org
Former Congresswoman Val Demings @RepValDemings
If America is to continue to be a great nation, our right to vote must be protected. — PolitiTweet.org
