Protecting our republic—and the opportunities and security that it provides—is a sacred obligation, one that we all share, together.
It has been an honor and privilege to serve you. I do believe that the best is yet to come.
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Former Congresswoman Val Demings
@RepValDemings
Public Servant. Former Congresswoman for Florida's 10th. Former Orlando Police Chief. Christian. Wife. Mother. Grandmother. Harley Enthusiast.
Orlando, FLJoined November 2016
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I believe in the promise of America because I have seen the promise of America.
We can do anything if we honor our common values and treat every person with dignity and respect.
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We can continue to uphold the promise of America and build that more perfect union.
As President Kennedy said, “We are not here to curse the darkness, but to light the candle that can guide us through that darkness to a safe and sane future.”
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Our democracy makes all else possible. Democracy is not always easy, but it makes us free, keeps us safe, and is the foundation of all our prosperity.
Our democracy will continue to be tested. But the American people are decent, honorable and faithful.
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It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve as your 10th District Representative in Congress.
I will be keeping America’s newly elected leaders in my prayers as they fight for the safety of our communities and the restoration of the American Dream.
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Social Security is a sacred promise that we must fulfill.
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Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and the success of liberty.
- President Kennedy
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Housing is simply too expensive for too many Floridians.
I fought hard to lower middle class taxes and increase funding for affordable housing in the federal budget. I will never stop championing this basic human right.
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We now pass the torch to the Department of Justice.
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America is a great nation and we never have to settle for those who lie, steal, and cheat, or those poor timid souls who lack the courage to hold them accountable. I am grateful for the members of the committee who put patriotism before politics.
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Everyone counts and everyone is accountable, up to and including the President of the United States. The January 6th attacks were provoked by the former President. There is no doubt about this. We watched the tragedy of the day unfold right before our very eyes.
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Happy Hanukkah from my family to yours! As families celebrate this joyous week in Florida and across the country I wish you blessings and peace.
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A safe community should be the right of every American.
I introduced the VICTIM Act to help solve unsolved murders and shootings and get violent criminals off the streets.
The Senate should pass it.
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Happy #BillOfRightsDay.
Our most basic constitutional rights are the foundation of our safety and our prosperity.
We must never take our freedoms for granted.
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When jobs are kept in America, America prospers.
I am proud to have helped lead legislation to keep good jobs right here in America.
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10 years since #Newtown. The #SandyHook shooting took 27 lives, including 20 children.
Today we remember them.
Today we recommit to honor their memory by pushing for commonsense gun laws.
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Here in the greatest country on Earth, we must ensure that Florida families can weather any storm and not have to worry about going homeless for something beyond their control.
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Affordable housing, clean drinking water, and community safety are rights that every American deserves.
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All officer training programs for should receive accreditation to ensure a high standard of excellence.
I introduced legislation to ensure this.
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Championing this cause has been an honor.
Florida ranks second in the nation in Alzheimer’s cases, with over half a million.
I promise you, that I will continue to fight for this cause.
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Thank you @RepValDemings & Team Demings for your unconditional support championing #Alzheimers #dementia #Caregiver priorities at the federal level for Central Floridians 
It has been an honor to be your Alzheimer's Ambassador to #ENDAlz - wishing you much success!!
It has been an honor to be your Alzheimer's Ambassador to #ENDAlz - wishing you much success!!
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The Paris Climate agreement, completed today in 2015, was a landmark agreement to protect our planet.
But the world has struggled to fulfill this promise. We must do more.
Florida deserves a future safe from deadly climate change.
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When we invest in middle class America, when we invest in people who have to go to work every day, America does better.
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Today marks the 81st anniversary of the United States fully entering WWII.
We saw the greatest generation rise to remind us that freedom is never free.
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I’m proud to lead efforts to support internet freedom in authoritarian countries like Cuba, Russia, China, and Venezuela.
The House passed my legislation to help people in closed countries get information and spread the word about their fight for freedom.
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Supporting Florida farmers has been a longstanding bipartisan priority in Congress.
My hope is that the work continues to support our farm families, which are critical to feeding America's families.
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Florida’s citrus industry is a backbone of our economy and our identity.
My father picked oranges when I was young.
I am proud to join bipartisan colleagues to call for additional relief to our citrus growers following Hurricane Ian.
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The NDAA included provisions which I led to combat Russian and Chinese influence and misinformation in Latin America.
America must continue to stand for democracy and freedom.
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I’m proud to have cosponsored the PROTECT Our Children Act, which we passed.
It is our number one duty to protect our children from abuse and exploitation.
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The House passed my bill to support a critical anti-terror program that I used as Orlando’s police chief.
This bill will help ensure stable funding levels that communities can rely on.
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Over 100,000 of our sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, mothers, and fathers lost their lives last year to drug overdoses.
We passed the Rural Opioid Abuse Prevention Act to protect families from this epidemic.
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The corrupt Haitian officials and elites funding gang violence are a direct threat to the safety and stability of Haiti.
That's why I introduced legislation to investigate and crack down on these individuals. These new sanctions are an important step.
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Earlier this year were grateful for the release of seven Americans wrongfully detained in Venezuela. Today we celebrate the release of Brittney Griner.
Make no mistake, we will not stop until we bring home Paul Whelan and all other Americans who have been unjustly detained.
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Today we remember Orange County Deputy Brandon L. Coates, who tragically lost his life to an act of violence at a traffic stop.
I offer my condolences to his family on this day of remembrance.
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81 years ago marked a day that would live in infamy.
Today we remember the bravery and service of all who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor and in the years that followed.
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This morning the Mayor offered a vision for Orange County with strong public safety, more housing, better wages, and a growing economy that lifts up all people. I can't wait to see all that he will continue to accomplish.
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I am so proud of all our Orange County officials sworn in this morning, most especially .
I know that the future of our county is bright. We can all be thankful for those public servants who put our community first.
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I am grateful to hear the Biden admin will extend and redesignate Haiti for TPS, protecting Haitians in Florida and nationwide.
We must continue to protect Haitians seeking refuge in the United States as we work to help stabilize and restore Haiti's democracy and safety.
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Supporting Florida farmers has been a longstanding bipartisan priority in Congress. My hope is that the work to support our farm families continues, because it is critical to feeding America's families.
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Keeping our communities safe has been a top priority for me during my time in Congress.
It is why i introduced bills like the VICTIM Act, to help keep dangerous criminals off our streets. Although we have made great progress we still have a long way to go.
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Thank you to our 28 candidates and 9 Service Academy Board Members for a great round of U.S. service academy nomination interviews.
Our country depends on those who put service before self.
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