Just saying again, see? You don't have to be a giant a-hole to be a Republican or a conservative. Well done, Boehner. And yeah, if a Republican happened to be shot, you better believe that a Democrat would be there to pay their respects.

Its only the cracked in the head radicals that would do otherwise.

LOL... 1st place for the most "almost" compliment goes to Nevada!

betty where are you, let's hear it about Boehner and his tears.

I have nothing against the woman, wish her well in her recovery..

BUT she should of resigned long ago. The people of AZ she reps have been without representation this entire time. And before you tar and feather me, I would say the same thing about any Rep no matter the letter behind their name.

Great decision Gabby. Get on with your life...

Nevada, congradulations on your identifying yourself in my post!

@Jeremy, as far as I can see, most of the country has been "without representation" since 2010!

@Jeremy, "should of"? What does "should of" mean?

She is so much better off being away from that den of vampires...this crying picture of Boehner sickens me. What a phoney. Good luck to you Gabby and God Bless.

Yesterday, Sen. Mark Kirk underwent surgery for a stroke he suffered. And the doctor said there was no good reason for it, since he was in good health and took physicals -- except for the stress of being a Congressman! That tells you a lot doesn't it? These people are taking on a lot of mental and physical stress. Kirk was 52 years old. Except for the stress of his office, there was no reason for the stroke. Who would want the job?

Excellent decision Gabby, and I think her taking a moment prior to resigning and appearing as AZ's representative post this horrific event in Tucson displayed the courage, fortititude and perserverence that sets an example to the American people that we can overcome anything short of death itself. I think her remaining briefly in her position was symbolic, and in my eyes a wonderful symbol of endurance as well as a statement that we will never give in to "internal" terrorism either. She of course wisely then stepped down as the hero that she is.

wow derek, why dont you tell americans how you really feel about them.

such a nasty post # 1.1

If Boehner had tears... well, for once I'd say well done sir.

Best of luck Representative Gabby. Hope to see you back some day.

All of these people know: "There but for the grace of God go I...."

@Jeremy.

I do believe that she planned to resigned. I do.

However, I also believe she chose to resigned now, when she able to BE there. This will inspire more people and hopefully politician.

Jeremy - in my opinion (and in the opinion of most congresspeople) they are spending the bulk of their time campaigning and raising funds, NOT REPRESENTING US.

the sad reality is, that the past year...no one has suffered from Gabby's absence, not in any meaningful way.

this congress has gotten so little done...it's least effective congress in history.

it's embarrassing, quite frankly...and even more embarrassingly that most of this country is oblivious to how inept our congress people are, along with our senators.

hell, most are too afraid to speak out about the reality that they are FORCED to spend more time campaigning and raising funds, than actually doing the job they were elected to do.

considering that most congress people becoming multi-millionaires after their service is up, they are quite content to do very little in way of their real job...and spend most of their time raising funds from the very industries they'll go to work for after their time in congress is up, why on earth would they want things to change and be required to do ACTUAL WORK?

1/2 this nation has been content for the past 2+ years that our republican controlled congress has refused to do their job and fix this nation.

you can bet, nothing is going to change if a republican is elected in 2012...democrats will refuse to work with the republicans, and nothing will change.

we reap what we sow...ignorance x infinity.

For those of you trashing Derik's post - was that a knee jerk without reading it completely? The way I read it was basically it shouldn't matter what party you subscribe to, if someone's been shot in the head during an assasination attempt while in honest execution of public service you should be supportive.

I can only hope those of you that took shots at it mis-read it.

Beyond that - the comments to the effect that Rep. Giffords should have resigned sooner ignore a simple reality: It was kind of hard for her to have cognitively chosen to resign sooner because SHE WAS SHOT IN THE HEAD. This isn't a situation where she's had a personal health issue, but was cognitively un-impaired and thus capable of making the moral decision to resign to facilitate someone else representing the people of Arizona. I'm amazed at how may people have no ability to prevent their staunch political views over-riding their basic common sense.

What I want to know is how someone as classy as Gabrielle Gifford could EVER be friends with the likes of obnoxious, loud mouthed, disgusting Debbie Wasserman Schultz? I wonder if Schultz vomits everytime she looks at herself in the mirror.

Good luck Gabby, I wish you the best!

To auto762: How dare you? How dare you make a crack like that after a woman has battled back from being shot in the brain for the simple act of trying to meet with her constituents and do what she could for them? And as for the other "brain injured dems," at least the dems care about real people and don't put all of their efforts into putting more money into the hands of those who already have plenty. It truly amazes me that anyone who isn't a millionaire can support the GOP. And I shouldn't even use that term anymore as it's no longer the Grand Old Party. It's been hijacked by the Tea Party and evangelicals and rightwingers and made unrecognizable from the party I grew up with. The parties used to be able to work together. No more. Anyway, again...shame on you!

auto762, you are an unmitigated turdblossom (Bush's expression not mine)

I believe boehner's tears are genuine, like gwbush. they are emotional people. They are really not fit to be politicial leaders. They want to be leaders alright, with the help of people who see the value of using them for a front. They are instruments to win votes from ignorant right wing women who have absolutely no depth. It's really a good strategy.

Also it's absolutely true that this current congress wants nothing to be done to save this country. Why would they? As the statistics show that the rich are getting richer and the average citizens are getting poorer. This is exactly what the majority of the congress want. They are just there to make sure that nothing the president and the democrats propose to help the majority of the country will get pass. That's their only job! Let the republicans rule this country and there will be no more U.S.A. in the very near future! I really really hate those brainless right wing idiots who really have no rights to vote because of their total ignorance to drag the rest of the country down like the Titanic!

When will this story ever end!?! So sick of it and her resignation is a year overdue!

Hey Jeremy, I'm in Cong 8, and assure you that we've had great representation thru the tireless efforts of her devoted staff and her colleagues in Congress. I can't help but shed a few tears that she won't be at the Capitol as a voice of wisdom and statesmanship in behalf of Southern Arizona and all of America.

"congradulations" LOL!

Sally, Working 100 days or so per year would really stress me out too!!!

she stands for all the things I believe in. Too bad she wasn't appreciated so much before the act.

Auto762;

Why must you be an idiot? Congresswomen Gifford was doing the job she was elected to do and represented all the people in her district. Her situation was not her doing, Moron. I find fault with both parties on the current situation of the country. Gabby, however, I can't say that about. She was doing her job without unnecessary ideology.

anIndependent: You share the same, yet opposite ideology, affliction as Auto762. You see only one side of the current situation. Half of the equation means nothing. If you think the republicans have a monopoly on wealth, I suggest you look into all their portfolios if you want to see where their loyalties truly lie. When these "public servants" post 7&8 figure incomes on 6 figure salaries, you tell me where the difference comes form. Here's a hint. Remember the banking bail outs and subsequent "bonus checks" to share holders, who do you suppose they are? Or who do you suppose are major share holders in GM and Chrysler, LLC? Or Big Oil? That's right, politicians on both sides of the aisle. Obama himself posted an adjusted income of $1.7 million on a salary of $160,000. Obama called for an end of insider trading by house and senate members in his state of the union address, or didn't you know they do that?

Wake up Independent and smell the excrement, and grab a shovel. Your hero's are as dirty as you accuse the Republicans of being. That is a fact.

It is sad to see Giffords leave under these circumstances. I do think that the timing of her departure was well planned. It minimizes the time that a republican appointed by Gov. Brewer to fill out her term will be in office while allowing another democrat to mount a campaign for her seat. If she had waited any longer to resign it would have given the republicans a big advantage in the contest for the seat in November. By resigning now she allows another democrat to run for the seat without looking like a vulture by announcing while she is still in office. I imagine that we will see at least one democrat from her district announcing their candidacy either later today or tomorrow. You can bet that the timing of her stepping down was coordinated with at least one Arizona democrat from her district. This is not intended as a slam against Giffords in any way, it was a smart move politically. I am also sure that we will see Giffords run for office again once she has finished her rehabilitation from her injuries. I wish her the best for a speedy and complete recovery.

keck, you are my poster child for nasty posts!

Now, back to actually useful conversation. The point, here, is for knuckleheads who want to lose their minds and shoot someone, this is the perfect stab right back at them. The things people should be up in arms about are things like the existance of SuperPACs, or anything that seeks to diminish or supress voting in favor of some radical minority with money.

Thanks for collapsing the post so that no one else has the right to comment... You are a bunch of Socialists who try to control the freedom of speech on this message board. I personally can handle anything a person has to say, even if it is ugly and nasty. If I don't like the post, I use my words like a big boy. You big babies!

hmm, it seems you have to be "a giant a-hole"...as you put it derek, to not share the same opinion as you derek.

it is comforting to know the DNC is not filled with folks like derek, and at the end of the day we do get on without such insults.

...but then he hates conservative democrats, like giffords, probably more than he hates republicans.

I am so grateful that I had gotten to know about this very special person Gabby Giffords, unfortunately it wasn't until the shooting...I followed her recovery and I learned about who she was an is and what she stood for and stands for...Wow, what a remarkable woman...I think stepping down was a good thing she did, she has shown what strength she has emotionally and as a human being after everything that wonderful person has been through and she is still putting a beautiful smile on her face...I want it to be known that I have been more than impressed with her husband Mark Kelly, he has shown the ultimate support and you can even see the love written all over him and especially in his eyes for Gabby...May God Bless You Both Always~Good Luck Gabby with your recovery!

What? huh? Keck? You must be one of those guys just waiting around to be offended. I don't care about your opinion. You go and post away. Try to not jump to conclusions if you can, though. You know the cliche about assuming.... I suggest starting with not assuming who is conservative and liberal here.

Dear Gabby Sorry about the target I put on your head, really! Love Sarah

"you dont have to be a giant a-hole to be a republican or conservative"

...your words dude. i mean its cool if you are a liberal...whatever, this is america, you can hate who ever you want to hate.

your words...not mine.

keck, if you read what I said, its true, and its not nasty. You go and look at the posts here on newsvine, from the extremist liberals and conservatives and tell me you don't come across some that don't fit what I am posting. Hey, look JUST IN THIS THREAD! I just think that its funny that you'd think I happen to 'lean left' if that is what you are saying.

But whatever, can't be angry at you 100% myself, given you have an avatar from one of my most favoritest movies ever.

lol, i thought you didnt like conservatives. i guess you were being sarcastic...sorry, it's hard to tell sometimes the 'tone' of the comment.

..i should have figured by your avatar that you would not be liberal.

cheers.

Hoorah, for resolution. Don't give up on not liking me yet, either. I will readily admit that I am against extremist liberals and conservatives alike. So I am totally guilty of being condescending to the true crazies of the right. Of course, I will also make total fun of the extremists on the left (I'm looking at you, PETA).

Either one would ride a bomb into Russia.

lol, agree. cant stand the extremists, left or right. i tend to go off on comments...if you couldnt tell, lol

Good luck Ms. Giffords. We're glad you will be okay. It was a terrible thing and politics aside, you're a nice person.

Okay, politics not aside, the former representative was a wingnut. She was sponsoring a bill in the house to make our military comply to environmental impact standards before discharging ordinance in Afghanistan! She cost this country millions of jobs supporting Obama, Pelosi and Giffords didn't have a single productive thought of her own. Hopefully Arizona will send a Congressman or woman that will do what's in the best interest of the country rather than a political party or special interest group, public employees unions etc...

Good luck with you recovery and future.

What are they really not telling us. I really wonder how bad her brain was damaged. Being shot in the head is not good.

@Jeremy,

I do believe that you do have a very valid point..

i agree but what do they do anyway ? nothing completely useless ... 50% of time to raise money to get themselfs re-elected, 25% on holidays, 25% disagreeing with each other...

kamanda - flat out correct.

kinda hard to turn this nation around, when most of our elected politicians are focusing on enriching their own futures...not america's

I have said before, and now wish to say this again:

Dear mr. Boehner, Mr. Cantor, and the rest of your colleagues;

A NEW standard of Class and dedecation has been established for you by Gabby Giffords.

If YOU can not (or will not) rise up and emulate the bar she has set, please follow her lead and submit your own resignations from Congress. America needs more like her in Congress, than we need obstructionists like YOU doing harm to our nation.

Sorry if you don't like my position, but just putting forth the FACTS!

signed: American Voters

Godspeed Gabby!

Not as stupid as yo uthink: I love it!!!!! Lancelot

I have said before, and now wish to say this again:

Dear mr. Boehner, Mr. Cantor, and the rest of your colleagues;

A NEW standard of Class and dedecation has been established for you by Gabby Giffords.

If YOU can not (or will not) rise up and emulate the bar she has set, please follow her lead and submit your own resignations from Congress. America needs more like her in Congress, than we need obstructioni

No ... you're much more unintelligent than we think apparently.. spelling, knowing facts, truth etc... all adds up to intelligent. So take it for what it is, Giffords who before she was injured, was a shill for the worst administration in history along with her bestest buddy debbie snaggle-tooth shultz (obnoxious doesn't begin to describe her)... so knocking Boehner and Cantor this way is just more schoolyard type histrionics. Get real.

Just the facts, kyot, just the facts....

Oh! Forgot for a second... RWNJ's are AFRAID of facts.

Facts prove your positions and RNC/TEA platform planks to be illogical lies. Sorry, hope your head doesn't explode.

hardly worth responding to that drivel.

Well,

then don't!

Except for random rantings on Newsvine, I have not heard or seen Glenn Beck in 6 months! If you hate the guy, let him live in obscurity.

It just amazes me how ridiculous some people can be. I have liberal acquaintances who bash republicans for not working with the democrats yet these people name call and mock these same republicans. How do they think they are any better than the people they mock? What is really strange is that some of these liberal acquaintances are gays, liberals, & supposedly college educated, I would think they would be most sensitive to name calling and biased comments. I would love to call them on this but usually when ever I have an opposing opinion, even slightly, they get into such a self-righteous indignant uproar that we can't communicate intelligently. To be fair I have conservative acquaintances that don't always agree with my opinions but they will at least just argue their point with me passionately and I don't get attacked by them for the most part. We all need to get along, there will always be extremists but we will never get anything accomplished with name calling and badgering. This is what always ends up making me want to shy away from liberal causes. Let me clarify one thing, I am talking about personal acquaintances in the real world, not the people posting on newsvine or other social media sites.

Liberals are just gestating nazis. Nothing good should ever be expected of them.

Well, look whose being ugly and divisive...a right wing declinist. Why do you hate what has happened this morning so much that you have to post that garbage?

No, it's the repubs who dance with National Socialism.

selfmade13..or is it self made jerk o..I think I'll go with that.

you are such a moron!!!!!!! i'm liberal leaning and pretty much a life long democrat. being i'm 61 years old seen alot of morons in my life and have heard alot of stuipd comments. i'm a decorated Vietnam veteran and find it a personal insult to be labeled a nazi by some f--king idiot like you selfmade13. call me a demass if that suits you but judging by your post i would venture to say you are a yellow belly @!$%# eating parasite of a repuke.

"liberal acquaintances" "gestating nazis" "right wing declinist" "National Socialism"

Yes, name-calling and labeling are going to solve our differences.

Gabby.....God bless you. You are why I am proud to call myself an American. I think all of our elected officials could learn and should learn from your courage and what it truly means to serve your state and country with honesty, dignity and integrity. I feel you will be back and I am looking forward to that day!

gary - odd, I have conservative acquaintances who are exactly like you describe...and then there are the other ones, when you try to have an intelligent discusion, and they just plug their ears (sometimes literally) and end the conversation, if they cant keep up...they just shut down.

at the end of the day, I seriously doubt that your decision to support "liberal causes" (whatever that is) was affected by the handful of people, you dont even refer to as friends.

I dont support churches, not because of what SOME christians say, whom I barely know.

I refuse to support churches, because they dont like gay people. End of Story...I dont need to pin that blame on anyone, it simply is what it is.

man up man...use some personal responsibility conservatives are uber fond of.

Gee...wish there was as much sympathy for the kid shot by a gangbanger in Harlem last month...

if our politicians continue to assist their wealthy masters, and ignore the other 400 million americans, i would expect there will be more situations like this.

Okay folks;

Here's a thought, did it never occur to any of you the grid lock and ideological shouting match is by design? If the people are kept occupied arguing ideology, who's watching them? No one finds it strange these "public servants" post 7 & 8 figure incomes on 6 figure salaries? No one found it outrageous the President publicly calls on Congress and the Senate to end "Insider trading" by members in his state of the union address? No one rages against their stock holdings in all the bailed out companies as a conflict of interest? And who do you suppose it was collected those bonus checks in the news not that long ago? Why are they the only employees allowed to give themselves a raise of never less than ten percent? Are you all so brain washed you truly can't see the dirty deals they all perpetrate in office?

I lost any respect for both parties long ago. Unlike apparently most of you, I've looked into their portfolios as far as public trading records allows and they are ALL involved. Party means nothing, it all money all the time. Power and money, and keeping it is first in their minds. All this Left and Right is a smoke screen to keep you distracted while they increase they're holdings. You rail against the 1%, well here's a new flash, they are in D.C. Don't take my word for it, do the research and learn the truth or remain brainwashed Brahmin, your choice.

jessica - You are correct, in the end I would not let biased rude people affect my decisions. I also prefer to not classify the type of liberals I referred to as "friends" by my choice. I do have liberal friends that can hold an intelligent conversation and I respect their opinions whether I agree or not. They don't call everyone they disagree with clowns or pig face etc. I guess maybe I expect more from a person that has felt discrimination themselves to be more sensitive to other peoples feelings, but maybe not. That was basically my point, maybe I give them to much credit. Did you somehow take personal offense to my comment? I just stated what I have experienced.

It is quite a statement when so many feel that the only words that can be posted are negative and of the worst human nature has to offer. What happened to "If you cannot say anything positive, complimentary or 'nice', do not say anything at all?" I have never seen such disgusting linguistics, insulting commentary about human beings none of you have personal knowledge or intimate knowledge of or about. This is the very reason Ms. Giffords was heinously injured. It is the best in the Human Spirit and the Brightest of Human Dignity and Perseverance and Love that she is Succeeding and Progressing so well so early on in her recovery. The ugliness of your polarizing comments come from your own self hatred and do not belong on such public display. Look inside youselves before posting such venemous remarks about others.

Boehner is a nut job. He doesnt lead he follows.

Yeah Russ ??

Definition of "nut-job": Any Career Politician who willingly and willfully lies to the Public in an attempt to further their own political career.

Just so you all know, the majority of Congress is comprised of Career Politicians -- and Boehner is one of them. So is Pelosi. So are over 90% of the members of Congress and all candidates for President.

they are not nuts ... they are politicians and we are pawns and the make the $$$$$ doing nothing ... we are NUTS for not holding them accountable

Reality sucks for the right-wingers: John Boehner's approval rating nationally is 26/47 and Congressional Republicans have a 63% disapproval- 68% with independents.

Boehner's tears. What a joke! He's a vampire...crying that one of his victims will get away.

This is the only time it was appropriate for Boehner to cry. Good god, the man is speaker of the house, he cries everytime the wind blows.

Bo0ner crys every time he flushes his poop down the toilet. He is a FAILED leader.

To the one who said we've been without representation since 2010, crawl back under the rock you came out from under. Republican BULLIES on OBAMA'S every turn. They must have raised their kids well too.

Sad sad and more sad... when someone calls the speaker of the house a "nut job" because of political differences. But what should we expect from people who can't get out of their own head and see reality. Obama is counting on your type, uninformed, uninspired and unconstitutional.

Kyot

What's unconstitutional about calling a politician a name? It's actually protected under the 1st Amendment smart guy.

Obamacare is unconstitutional, patriot act, and running guns to mexico take your pick obama supporter.

Boehner is weak!

I thought I was imagining it for a minute - he's such a tacky, self-centered douche, isn't he.

hahahahaha! Now that was funny.

Let us know when you're finished with your pithy little gaydom selfmade so you can commence to clown-us with your wackadoo'ry ...

... resident right-wingers here take pride in that ...

LOL.

Dude you are really weird, but I am sure you have heard that most of your life.

You actually call yourself cheesy ?

Allow me to be frank ... there's nothing in life a name like that can possibly represent other than a *a cheesy fellow* ... LOL.

Actually, there will be a special election. No one knows yet who will take the seat.

Dan Quale's son will win it.

Hey Buck....will the son be able to spell potato correctly????? :)~

Actually...I'd like to see Gabby's husband run for the seat.

Ben Quayle, already one of the worst Congressmen in American history, and son of the 2nd worse Vice-President in history (even he can't compete with Cheney for total malfeasance in office). All that said, best of wishes to Gabby Giffords and her family. True American heroes.

If Gabby chooses to endorse, they'll win by a landside. I don't think she'll endorse a silver-spoon bagger like Ben Quayle though - she cares too much about her district.

Don't let trickie Dick Cheney have a shotgun around a quayle.

Ben Quayle represents the district in the Phoenix suburbs of Carefree and Cave Creek. He doesn't even live anywhere near Tucson. He already IS a terrible Representative (so thankful to have moved out of that district 2 yrs ago)

Tonka toy, they live in Texas. He does not qualify.

Hey Chrissy from GB:

If you want to be snarky get it right! It was tomato he couldn't spell...

Sorry Cheesy. It was potato. Chrissie is correct.

Must second Kenmor on that one.

*JOKE ALERT*

Would Newt have delivered the papers while she was in the hospital? Does she look "First Lady" enough?

Does she look "First Lady" enough?

As opposed to the beaky Stepford woman he is with now? Calista is scary.

Calista has a chicken face.

ronfree - sad post there. Many married women retain their maiden names these days - especially those who have made a name for themselves in business, public service, etc. Nothing strange about it.

my wife and I (of over 30 years) share our last names, with a hyphen. Never have understood why someone felt a need to comment on how someone else handled their married name...what is it to you? Feel free to do what you want, but wow - why do you care what they do?

And, by the way, I'm not giving anyone 'flax' these days...but flax seed is a great source of Omega-3, lol

Ronfree -

You may get flak, but I doubt you will get flax.

flax:

1.any plant of the genus Linum, especially L. usitatissimum, a slender, erect, annual plant having narrow, lance-shaped leaves and blue flowers, cultivated for its fiber and seeds.

2.the fiber of this plant, manufactured into linen yarn for thread or woven fabrics.
3.any of various plants resembling flax.

flak:

1.antiaircraft fire, especially as experienced by the crews of combat airplanes at which the fire is directed.
2.criticism; hostile reaction; abuse: Such an unpopular decision is bound to draw a lot of flak from the press.

(Not sure why you really would care what name she goes by anyway.)

And here's my opinion: You really need to find another spot to voice your views. This story is just simply not the place for it. There are thousands of comment opportunities on health care stories, and you pick this one? Unbelievable.

@RonFree,

I'm thinking that you may get more Flatulence from your post ???? LOL ???

It is a mark of our freedoms as Americans that we can actually write public posts that demonstrate such a lack of dignity and respect toward someone who has suffered a grievous injury while serving as a political figure. Regardless of the quality of care Giffords received, she will forever suffer the aftereffects of her injuries...this is not a time to make politically directed comments, but rather a time to show some class and wish her well.

Why am I not surprized to see that Seeking Sanity is sticking her 2 cents where nobody asked for it.

The comments on her YouTube video were atrocious, as it was the front page promo video.

I added 'Miss America', to me the woman defines the term better than most anybody. The Obama/Giffords hug photo was powerful.

I still have the best photo of her from MSNBC, the Pledge photo from a week or so ago as my wallpaper. Thanks guys.

Jealousy is rampant in the Conservative ranks...I guess that's why they refuse to support raising taxes on the 1%, the envy is so great the think they'll be taxing themselves by the end of the year !

Are we this polarized that we can't stop ourselves from making idiotic comments like the special of the day blast. This is probably a factor in her resigning as that she just might be sick of this way of doing business in DC.

Perhaps I am too optimistic, but between the last 10 minutes of Obamas appeal for America heeding the Navy Seal Team example last night and the emotional House Floor events this morning, that perhaps they can find a way to work together.....I continue to advocate this hope