Today News 12 is airing a special Power & Politics about the career of long-time Rep. Nita Lowey (D).

We take a look back at Congresswoman Lowey's life in public service while rubbing elbows with pop stars, presidents, and the people of the Hudson Valley. 

It’s a decades-long career marked by triumphs and tragedies. The special airs today at 3:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m., and on Friday at 11:30 p.m. only on News 12.