Name: Be passionate. Be courageous. Be your best.
Uploaded: 2014-04-11T15:24:09Z
Duration: 18 min 35 s
Description: On January 8, 2011, Congresswoman Gabby Giffords was shot in the head while meeting constituents in her home town of Tucson, Arizona. Her husband, the astronaut Mark Kelly, immediately flew to be by her side. In this emotional conversation with Pat Mitchell, the pair describe their lives both before and after the incident -- and describe their views on responsible gun ownership.

Gabby Giffords and Mark Kelly: Be passionate. Be courageous. Be your best.

Be passionate. Be courageous. Be your best.

On January 8, 2011, Congresswoman Gabby Giffords was shot in the head while meeting constituents in her home town of Tucson, Arizona. Her husband, the astronaut Mark Kelly, immediately flew to be by her side. In this emotional conversation with Pat Mitchell, the pair describe their lives both before and after the incident -- and describe their views on responsible gun ownership.

Former U.S. Representative and NASA astronaut; survivors

A devastating gunshot wound changed one woman's life in an instant, forcing her to relearn how to speak and move. Despite immense challenges, she rebuilt not just her abilities but her sense of mission, returning to Congress to cast a decisive vote and later championing responsible gun legislation. Through perseverance, optimism, and deepened relationships, she demonstrates how adversity can fuel a renewed commitment to making the world better.