Tucson victim Rep. Ron Barber weighs in on guns

Arizona Rep. Ron Barber, who survived the Tucson shooting that severely injured Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, on Tuesday called for limits on assault weapons and for “better services” for those experiencing mental illness.

“I believe it’s time for us to move in a different direction with regard to assault weapons, extended clips, magazines with incredible fire power,” said Barber (D-Ariz.), who served as district director for Giffords and then replaced her in office before inning reelection in his own right.

By KATIE GLUECK

Read more: POLITICO (12/18/12)