Senator Tammy Duckworth lost both legs when the Blackhawk helicopter she was co-piloting was shot down in Iraq 16 years ago. In her new memoir, “Every Day Is A Gift,” Duckworth recounts how her challenging childhood prepared her to deal with these devastating injuries as well as a life in politics. She’s the first senator to give birth while in office and the first Asian-American senator from Illinois. We’ll talk to her about her life, her work and what her political future holds. And we’ll also hear about what’s next on the Democrats’ legislative agenda.
Senator Tammy Duckworth on Her New Memoir 'Every Day Is A Gift'
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) talks to reporters during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on November 17, 2020 in Washington, DC. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Guests:
Tammy Duckworth, United States Senator, Democrat Illinois - serves on Armed Services Committee<br />
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