Shooting Back from the Heart

"Shooting Back caught my attention. Way to go, Jim Hubbard." --Oprah Winfrey

"Shooting Back is wonderful and should be supported in every way possible." --Hillary Rodham Clinton

"There is the photojournalism that is objective, and then there is the photojournalism that is purposefully provocative. Jim hubbard has found time to practice both." --The Washington Post

"Jim and Shooting Back gives ... us all hope." --Maria Shriver, NBC news

"His photos are powerful. His theme is strong and honest. Jim's faith story is compelling, enabled by the grace and love of God. There is a human joy. Jim Hubbard is a very special person, and I am proud to know him. --Martin Sheen

"Jim Hubbard's photos are a worthy continuation of the tradition of American documentary photography that has tried to give voice to the voiceless. Through his sensitivity we feel that these are people and not just a problem. --Peter Howe, director of photography, LIFE magazine

"Jim Hubbard reached a position which any photographer would envy. He has embarked on a task which is difficult and rarely lucrative. Jim spends his time in our ghettos, our poverty-filled streets. He is an artist photographing the poor, impoverished to heighten the public's awareness. Jim should serve as an example to us all." --US House of Representatives Majority Whip Tony Coelho, D-CA

"I was very moved and touched by your book. God has redeemed, is redeeming, the searing pain of your loss. Your story greatly encourages me." --Rankin Wilbourne, senior pastor, Pacific Crossroads Church, Santa Monica, California