Consider This from NPR How Gabby Giffords is grappling with the rise in political violence
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Jun 20, 2025 Recent political violence has escalated, highlighted by the tragic shooting of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband. Gabby Giffords, a gun safety advocate and survivor of a mass shooting herself, shares her insights on coping with this violence. The conversation touches on the importance of resilience and the progress made with gun safety legislation, including the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The emotional toll of gun violence and the complexities of firearm regulations also come to the forefront in this critical discussion.
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Gabby Giffords' Recovery Story
- Gabby Giffords was shot in the head at a constituent event in Tucson in 2011 and recovered despite severe injuries.
- She cannot fully use the right side of her body and struggles with speech, yet she continues to fight for gun safety.
Unity Can Drive Progress
- Progress on gun safety is possible when people care for each other and work together.
- The recent killing of Representative Melissa Hortman highlights the urgent need to protect democracy from violence.
Gabby's Motto: Move Ahead
- Gabby Giffords frequently uses the phrase "move ahead" as a motto of hope and resilience.
- After her shooting, her mother sang to her from the musical Annie, inspiring her recovery.