The decision was also welcomed by Congressman Tammy Duckworth, a former helicopter pilot who lost both legs in Iraq.

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They can look to Tammy Duckworth, who flew combat missions in Iraq and lost both her legs when her helicopter was hit by a grenade.

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In one of the most bitter U.S. House races nationally, liberal Iraq War veteran Tammy Duckworth has defeated Tea Party darling and Republican U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh.

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We are so thankful for Tammy Duckworth.

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