Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/photo-essay-politicians-targeted-by-assassins Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Photo Essay: Politicians Targeted by Assassins Politics Jan 12, 2011 2:46 PM EST The shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., has drawn new attention to the security of public officials. From the attempt on President Andrew Jackson's life in 1835 to the shooting of President Ronald Reagan in 1981, look back at previous attacks on politicians throughout America's history. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
The shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., has drawn new attention to the security of public officials. From the attempt on President Andrew Jackson's life in 1835 to the shooting of President Ronald Reagan in 1981, look back at previous attacks on politicians throughout America's history. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now