Skip to main content

A Message on the Tragedy in Tuscon

January 14, 2011
E-Newsletters

Dear Friends,

This week, our nation grieves for the victims of the tragedy in Tucson. I hope and pray for the wellbeing of my friend and colleague, Gabrielle Giffords, and offer my deepest condolences to those who did not survive. My heart goes out to the families and loved ones of all involved.

Saturday's unthinkable tragedy occurred at a Congress on Your Corner, an event I hold throughout the District as regularly as I can. I believe it is democracy in action. Representative Giffords, her staff, and everyone attending were doing what this country is built on: participating in a conversation between an elected official and the people she represents.

As sadness gives way to reflection, I hope we remain committed to that ideal. I want you to know that I will continue to hold events in the community, visit my constituents, and make myself available to those I serve. Our representative government depends on it.

I look forward to seeing you, and hearing your thoughts, concerns, and ideas as we grieve, recover, and move forward as a District and a country.

It is an honor to serve you in the United States Congress.

Sincerely,


Mike Quigley
www.quigley.house.gov