Political Quotes

“today I submitted a bipartisan resolution recognizing that April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Senators Leahy, Ayotte, Casey, Ernst, and Gillibrand have joined as cosponsors of the resolution, and I thank them for their support. Our purpose in introducing the resolution is to bring greater awareness to the problem of sexual assault and publicly acknowledge the survivors. According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, someone is sexually assaulted every two minutes, on average, in the United States. Sexual assault can take many forms, including rape, commercial sex trafficking, child sexual abuse, and stalking. Rape, which is the second most violent crime in the United States-- second only to murder, according to the FBI--can happen to anyone. According to the National Alliance to End Sexual Violence, the consequences of rape can be profound for its victims, and may include post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, or even suicide. In communities across the United States, Americans have commemorated the month of April with activities designed to support survivors of sexual violence in their efforts to heal. Before the month comes to a close, it is important that Congress also express its support for the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.…”