Tucson Tragedy

On Shooting Anniversary, Obama Praises Giffords

AP | Posted 01.08.2012

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WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama has called Gabrielle Giffords on the anniversary of the Arizona congresswoman's shooting and noted her "incredibl...

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Slain Giffords Staffer Honored By Colleagues

AP | Posted 01.09.2012

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PHOENIX -- Staffers of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and hundreds of others are gathering to remember those killed a year ago, including a slain colleague. ...

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How Obama and JFK Evoke the Ideals of the Commons

Jay Walljasper | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jay Walljasper

In his speech on the shootings in Tucson, Obama was evoking -- perhaps not consciously -- the ideals of the commons, a very old idea being embraced by growing numbers of people as a new source of hope.

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Accepting Our Differences Between Civility and Dignity

Carol Smaldino | Posted 11.17.2011

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Carol Smaldino

The deep divisions in our country symbolize something, and they won't stay long buried underneath the rubble of artificial courtesy.

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In Christina's Memory, Let's Refocus on the Children

Bruce Kluger | Posted 05.25.2011

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Bruce Kluger

Of all the tragedies that befell Tucson last Saturday, the one that seemed to tear most deeply at the heart of our nation was the murder of Christin...

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Giffords Tragedy: What's the Message to Young Women Considering Public Service?

Gloria Feldt | Posted 11.17.2011

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Gloria Feldt

The natural tendency is to back away from public service after such a frightening episode. But the best way to honor the sacrifices of public servants is to create a culture that lifts up leaders who won't be deterred by anti-government ranting.

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