Statement from Giffords’ Chief of Staff on MLK Day

by David Safier I just received this press release. STATEMENT FROM U.S. REP. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS’ CHIEF OF STAFF ON MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY TUCSON – Pia Carusone, chief of staff for U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, today released the following statement on the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Arizona and across the … Read more

What Were Jared Loughner’s Politics?

By Michael Bryan The right wing desperately wants America to believe that Loughner is not one of them. They are grabbing onto every scrap and rumor to paint him as a leftist. Homeland Security and Fox News (of all sources) don't agree: According to a law enforcement memo based on information provided by DHS and obtained … Read more

Tucsonans Step Up to Stop Further Shooting

Tucson Sentinel Reports: Four people said to have helped stop the alleged shooting rampage of suspect Jared Lee Loughner have been identified by the Pima County Sheriff's Department. They are Patricia Maisch, Roger Salzgeger, Bill D. Badger and Jospeh Zamudio. Deputy Jason Ogan gave the following account: Patricia Maisch was at the event, in the … Read more

What is in the Envelope?

The indictment of Loughner reveals one key detail that we are sure to hear more about soon: "Also recovered in the safe was an envelope with handwriting on the envelope stating “I planned ahead” and My assassination” and the name “Giffords,” along with what appears to be LOUGHNER’s signature." This was a planned assassination. And, … Read more