Gabby Giffords remembers Congressman Raúl Grijalva

Tucson, AZ — Today, former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement after the passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva. 

“Mark and I were devastated to learn that our longtime friend, and my mentor, Raúl Grijalva passed away today after a battle with cancer,” said former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. “When I was first elected to Congress, Raúl showed me the ropes, and helped me navigate Washington. Throughout the years, and after I was shot, his friendship and wisdom were a constant source of support. Raúl loved Arizona and its people, and always fought to protect them and our state’s natural resources. Raúl could and did talk to anyone, with empathy and genuine interest in the people he served. Our country and Arizona are better for it. My thoughts are with his wife Ramona, their three daughters, his staff, and his constituents.”