Tammy Duckworth on Asian representation in government, rise in violent attacks on Asian Americans

Senator Tammy Duckworth, a Democrat from Illinois, joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new book, "Every Day is a Gift," a memoir recounting her life from a childhood in Southeast Asia to losing both her legs in Iraq and eventually being elected to the U.S. Senate. Plus, her conversation with the Biden administration on Asian representation, and the recent rise in attacks on Asian-Americans.

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[lizlorraine]

Ms Duckworth is the most incredible human being.

[levierose]

I love Tammy Duckworth. I pre-ordered her book yesterday. She always makes me feel so strong. I love her. God bless her more and more.

[michaellynn]

Glad to see and hear her speak candidly about her life. It’s always nice to see other Asian American role models in the military, as well as politics.

[michaelgrimm]

So be brave again... Say who is doing the attacks.

[cil]

I’m also an amputee and downloaded her book on Audible. I’m an old woman Marine, but she is my hero

[neelwhite]

There is NO reason for Bigotry. EVER . You've done well Colonel. Be Blessed and safe

[pmacem]

Amazing woman, veteran, senator, American. 👏🏼🇺🇸

[davidgrech]

Thank you for your incredible courage and service to your country. I hope that you know how much I appreciate you and hope that I will be able to meet you one day. Bless you 🙏❤️

[gatocles]

So glad for people like Tammy, who are teaching us to judge people by the color of their skin, rather than the content of their character...

[punnymoney]

Ok this chick is racist! I'm black and dating that! She needs to be removed from her position immediately!

[journeymansmitty]

I didn't even know she was Asian I guess it was because of the last name caught me off guard🤔

[jarrodyuki]

one child policy for those below median income no child policy for those below poverty.

[dandsw]

Do you know my dad is Navy army also my dad from Greek am there my father had’s a son is me

[rusty]

I wouldn't mess with to many Asians, a percentage of them know kung fu and Karate its a tradition with Chinese and Japanize..