She started her career as a social worker, became chief of the Orlando Police Department, and is now a member of Congress. She was also on President Biden’s shortlist as a possible vice-presidential candidate. As the nation grapples with a global pandemic and the aftermath of the assault on the Capitol, Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.) joins Power Up newsletter anchor Jacqueline Alemany to discuss how Congress is charting a course forward, her legislative priorities and the ongoing fight for racial justice. This conversation is in partnership with PowerToFly, part of Diversity Reboot 2021. Join Washington Post Live on Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m. ET.

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