Congresswoman Giffords will leave his seat in the U.S. Congress

The democratic legislator from Arizona (es.)(UU.), Gabrielle Giffords, who was injured seriously in the head in a shootout in January 2011, announced yesterday that he will leave the seat in Congress to focus on his recovery.

Giffords made the announcement at a YouTube video posted on his Facebook page, which stated that "it was more work to do" for "recovery".

"To do what fits best to Arizona, forsake the post this week", said Giffords, who received a shot in the head while participating in a political act outside a supermarket in Tucson, in the State of Arizona, on January 8, 2011.

"Will improve." "Every day are encouraged my spirit," said Giffords, who promised to fight "for Arizona and this great country".

In the two-minute video, which includes images along with her husband, astronaut Mark Kelly, Arizona desert landscapes and his brief return to Congress last year, is u000adetect problems of speaking of Giffords.

The Congressman outlines the challenges facing the State, including the creation of jobs, border, security and benefits for veterans.

"Can achieve far more working together." "Do not remember much of that horrible day but never forget the confidence you placed in me", adds Giffords, with phrases paused.

Said in a statement, the leader of the Democratic minority in the House of representatives, Nancy Pelosi, praised the work and figure of Giffords, who described it as "an inspiring symbol of determination and courage" to millions of Americans.

"We will miss her in the House of representatives, but his legacy at the Congress and its leadership in our nation will certainly continue, he said Pelosi.

Giffords could make official his resignation to the seat by Arizona on Monday next, according to sources Democrats.

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