I just returned home from a candlelight vigil outside of University Medical Center where Congresswoman Gifford and 10 other shooting victims are being treated. The atmosphere here in Tucson is one of shock and disbelief. Tonight there are five vigils planned. A dear friend of mine is on Gabrielle's staff and my thoughts were full of panic when I first heard the news. Fortunately, she is safe and alive but grieving heavily over the loss of life today.
So many things NEED to change, but first and foremost Arizona gun laws need to be seriously addressed. The suspect had serious mental health issues as well as a criminal history yet was still allowed to purchase a firearm, no questions asked.
I have so much more to say...right now my heart is heavy and I just don't know what to say about the state of the world right now. Honestly, I'd like to take the nearest shuttle to a new planet.
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