I’ve written before about how important the Violence Against Women Act is and what it does. It’s reauthorization in the past has never been in doubt, nor has it been a partisan issue. That is not so this year. The bill is expected to barely pass in the Senate, but have a tough time in the… Read more »
Rape is one of the least reported crimes because victims fear they won’t be believed , just don’t want to relive it, or feel shame even though it is not their fault. That makes what Congresswoman Gwen Moore did on the floor of the House of Representatives all the more powerful. In a push for… Read more »
The Violence Against Women Act is up for reauthorization in Congress. It has the support of 58 senators right now. Enough to pass, not enough if there is a filibuster. It was launched by Senator Joe Biden with bipartisan support in 1994. Senator Orrin Hatch and Senator Arlen Specter have been co-sponsors. Senator Scott Brown… Read more »
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