Statement from Sens. David Schapira and Russell Pearce

Schapira and Pearce are the Arizona Senate's Democratic Leader-elect and President-elect, respectively.

From the Arizona State Senate Democratic Caucus -

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to Congresswoman Giffords and those attending her event in Tucson who were attacked this morning. This is such a senseless tragedy and tough to comprehend. Elected leaders should have the ability to speak their minds and stand up for their constituents without threat of physical violence. Please join us in prayer for Congresswoman Giffords and the others who have lost or are fighting for their lives.”