I think this tragedy should give us all pause to reflect. Just as we have all come together today to honor the victims of this tragedy, I believe we can honor Gabby by going forward with a heightened commitment to respect each other, listen to each other's points of view and come up with policies that will strengthen our Nation. We must go forward together. Mahalo nui loa.
On the recordJanuary 12, 2011
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Hirono reflects on the need for respectful political discourse following a tragic event.
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