You’ll hear that note sound again in this issue, in Dave Cullen’s deeply reported profile of Gabby Giffords and her gun-safety movement. Giffords endorsed Joe Biden’s campaign in March. This woman, who had never lost an election and was just getting started on a political career that knew no bounds, has instead devoted her life to recovery—not just her own, but that of a nation deeply scarred by self-inflicted gun violence. October 2020 Issue. To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/gabby-giffords-is-profiled-by-vanity-fair PHOENIX – Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona is scheduled to speak Wednesday at the virtual 2020 Democratic National Convention. Gabrielle Giffords Interview: Congresswoman Speaks, Smiles In '20/20' Interview (VIDEO) By KEVIN FREKING WASHINGTON (AP/The Huffington Post)-- Rep. 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Gabrielle Giffords (L) greets Democratic presidential candidate, former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden after he spoke at the 2020 Gun Safety Forum hosted by gun control activist groups Giffords and March for Our Lives at Enclave on Oct. 2, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nevada. KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Jeremy Foster contributed to this report. © 2020 Condé Nast. The former congresswoman’s long-term plan for gun safety in America is a reminder that activism is a battle of persistence. HuffPost is part of Verizon Media. What happens if the president doesn't accept the election results? 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In our September feature “True Stories About the Great Fire,” which recounts the first 14 days of protests after the murder of George Floyd, Sherrilyn Ifill, president of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, makes this critical point about the genesis of the demonstrations: “It’s important for us to remember that what we see today is built on the platform of what we saw in Ferguson and what we saw in Baltimore,” she said. That’s who she was as a state representative, as a state senator and as a representative of Congress.”. Radhika Jones on Gabby Giffords and Radical Courage. PHOENIX – Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona is scheduled to speak Wednesday at the virtual 2020 Democratic National Convention. “Gabrielle Giffords can be some sort of counterbalance to that narrative.”, Barnes expected Giffords’ address to the nation would be “moderated, reasonable. Will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The organization’s full name is Giffords: Courage to Fight Gun Violence. “What Republicans are saying about Democrats is they’ve lost their mind off the left edge of the political spectrum. Anyone who saw her appearance at the Democratic National Convention in August has an inkling of what courage means to Giffords herself, what strength it has taken for her to return to the national stage after she was shot in the head at point-blank range in January 2011. Vanity Fair's October issue includes a rare profile of Gabby Giffords. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. Vanity Fair's October issue includes a rare profile of Gabby Giffords. Though walking, talking, and reading are still a challenge, she has become a relentlessly effective activist. Gabby Giffords launches new Texas gun lobby | 8/2019 - YouTube All four senators have spoken in favor of stronger gun control laws during their time in office. Vanity Fair's October issue includes a rare profile of Gabby Giffords. U.S. Canada U.K. Australia Brazil España France Ελλάδα (Greece) India Italia 日本 (Japan) 한국 (Korea) Quebec. Kelly, McSally face off in feisty Arizona Senate debate: Trump, McCain, 'radical left', Feds charge six militia members in plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Booker calls Pence 'a formidable debater' ahead of VP debate, Intercept DC bureau chief: GOP ready to pull out the stops for Barrett's nomination, California school changes its name to Michelle Obama Elementary, Gallup editor says independents less interested in 2020 election than past races, What makes people happier than money? For Kelly, the gesture was not only a sign that Giffords is improving but that his wife's spirit and their personal bond is just as strong as it was before the shooting. Other speakers on the convention’s third night night, the theme for which is “A More Perfect Union,” include former President Barack Obama, 2016 party presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, Biden running mate Kamala Harris and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Giffords, who left the House in 2012 after being critically injured in a shooting, shared photos on Instagram with with Sens. NEWS CORONAVIRUS POLITICS 2020 ELECTIONS ENTERTAINMENT LIFE PERSONAL VIDEO SHOPPING. Ad Choices. I am filled with hope for our future. Booker calls Pence 'a formidable debater' ahead of VP debate MORE (D-N.J.). To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. 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