Arizona Shootings

After the Arizona shootings you might would think that this would be a time for both sides to come together and pray for the victims of the senseless shootings, but instead was just used to hurl insults at each other in a completely unproductive way.

The Arizona shootings were not caused by hostile political rhetoric, but Sarbanes thinks it will prompt legislators to be more civil.

Rep. Gary Ackerman's new proposal would require background checks for all gun sales (including sales at gun shows), but that would not have made any difference in the case of Jared Loughner, the Arizona shooter.

The nation was rocked by the tragic Arizona shootings this past Saturday, but Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has begun using the event to raise money. Is that wrong?

Rep. Heath Shuler (D-NC) and Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) are taking the their own security situations personally -- and, according to Politico, will be carrying guns when they appear in public in their home districts...

Liberal politicians and the MSM are using this tragedy to silence opposition to Obama-care and illegal immigration.

Sarah Palin's latest response to the Arizona shooting. Will she enlist a protection service from those threatening her?

The Westboro Baptist Church is going to protest the funerals of victims of the Arizona shooting. Words cannot even describe how disgusting the Westboro Baptist Church is for this.

Representative Gabrielle Giffords is in critical condition this evening (January 8, 2011) after being shot in the head during "Congress in Your Corner" event at a Tucson, Arizona Safeway grocery store.

Why do so many feel that it is appropriate to use the tragedy in Arizona as an opportunity to preach their own political ideals?

An essay exploring how all of us should think more about how we treat those with whom we disagree.

The first thing that many seeing the title are going to say is: "Well, sure he is; presidents' poll numbers always rise in times of adversity and tragedy. It's a solidarity thing. Besides, he just gave a great speech at the memorial." But...

A poem reflecting the recent shooting at the Safeway in Tucson, Arizona on January 8, 2011

The recent violence in Arizona that left Rep. Gabrielle Giffords in critical condition has increased talk of added security for elected officials both in Washington and in their home districts. For Georgia Congressmen Jack Kingston and...

There is nothing ordinary about Daniel Hernandez who was credited with saving the life of Rep. Giffords after running toward the sound of gunshots.

What is it about a horrific event that gives Americans pause for a few moments? After the deluge of media coverage fades to another news story the media deems worthy, the lessons learned are forgotten and nothing changes. Is that who we are now America?

Arizona Shooting: The Pen is Still Mightier Than The Sword, as Long as The Pen Has Ink

In times of tragedy we look for reasons and we look for villains to help ourselves understand that which is not understandable.

Members of the House were voicing concerns over safety in the hours following the Arizona shooting incident. Politicians were especially concerned with increased security in their home states and districts, where security at public gatherings...

As America grieves following Saturday's attack on Representative Giffords at a Safeway store in Tucson, Arizona, the question once again arises as to what could have been done to prevent this vicious attack?

Sheriff Clarence Dupnik blames political figures on the right for causing the tragic Arizona shooting of U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords.