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Gabby Giffords. Image: Cheriss May for The New York Times.

January 18, 2021

Abraham Lincoln, News & Updates

Gabby Giffords Draws Upon Inspirational Words Of Abraham Lincoln

“During a week in which our country has endured shock, I’ve thought a lot about resilience and determination.” – Gabrielle Giffords

Ms. Giffords was a Democratic representative from Arizona from 2007 to 2012 and the target of an assassin in January 2011. In this opinion piece, she reflects on what can help steer the nation toward healing and draws upon inspirational words from Abraham Lincoln. Read more.

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