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Michael Burgess: “I would be remiss, as my chairman said, if I didn't mention how a member of our own body, Gabby Giffords, was also a…”

On the recordMarch 18, 2012
I would be remiss, as my chairman said, if I didn't mention how a member of our own body, Gabby Giffords, was also a victim of traumatic brain injury while performing her congressional duties.
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Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas

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Burgess emphasizes the impact of traumatic brain injury, referencing Gabby Giffords' experience.

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