James Brady

“For the millions of Americans who have been touched by gun violence, we have a sacred obligation to do everything in our power to prevent more families from having to endure this same heartache.”

“It's a meaningful day for me. It's the beginning of an end to the violence that has ruled the streets of this country for too long.”

“I don't believe that we're going to be able to stop all of the gun violence. But I do believe that we can make a dent in it.”

“Four minutes of terror can turn into a lifetime of struggle.”

“The Brady Bill has saved lives. That's not a political statement; it's a fact.”

“Twenty years in a wheelchair is a long time. So is seeing 600,000 Americans die from gunshot wounds. I’m not here to rest on my laurels.”

“I am not a victim. I am a survivor.”

“I am a conservative Republican, a gun owner, and a hunter. I believe in the Second Amendment. But I also believe that we need common-sense gun laws to keep our communities safe.”

“My recovery was a testament to the power of hope and the human spirit.”