Representative Fentrice Driskell represents the 63rd Congressional District (Hillsborough County) in Florida’s House of Representatives. She serves as Democratic Policy Chair, the third-ranking leader of the Florida House Democratic Caucus, which she is set to lead during the 2024-2026 legislative term. Upon ascension, she will be the first black woman to serve as leader of the House Democratic Caucus. In this episode, Rep. Driskell speaks with Thad Bereday about the legislative process, tensions between the leadership and minority parties, the decennial redistricting, and how these issues affect criminal justice reform. Rep. Driskell shares her view on previous bipartisan legislative successes and the outlook for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session, including specific bills likely to be considered. She speaks eloquently on the importance of civic engagement and sustaining hope in government service.
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