Gabrielle Giffords Resigns (Video)

From FOX News:

In the conclusion to an emotional ceremony in the House of Representatives Wednesday morning, a close friend and colleague of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), took to the podium to read the text of Giffords’ letter of resignation submitted to Congress this past weekend. Wasserman Schultz couldn’t hold back tears as she read the letter, which thanked friends, colleagues and constituents for their prayers and loyalty.

“Thank you for your faith in my ability to be your voice,” it read. “Even as we are set back by tragedy or profound disagreement, in the end we come together as Americans to set a course towards greatness. Every day I am working hard. I will recover and I will return, and we will work together again for Arizona and for all Americans.”

Giffords was then escorted by Wasserman Schultz up to the podium of House Speaker John Boehner, who embraced the congresswoman as he accepted her resignation letter. Boehner then tearfully held Giffords’ hand and raised it to Congress, who, with husband Mark Kelly and her mother in attendance, were all on their feet in a standing ovation.

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What a moving moment!

Just one year after being shot in an assassination attempt, it is truly remarkable that Gabby Giffords was able to return to the U.S. House of Representatives and personally hand her letter of resignation to the Speaker of the House.

It's a triumph over the horrific violence that took place on that January Saturday in Tucson.

I prefer to focus on that victory rather than allow the anger I feel about the shootings to take over.

When I see Gabby Giffords, I'm inspired by her beautiful spirit and incredible determination. But I'm also heartbroken that the massacre occurred.

Her recovery has been miraculous. I know how hard she's had to work to get to where she is today. I hope and pray she continues to progress.