Political Quotes

“It provides for low clearance rates, which disproportionately affect victims and families of victims of marginalized communities. Not only do they prevent victims from accessing justice, but they also damage the public's trust. I have given money to help victims, and victims say: ``Do you know what? We are left alone,'' the victims or families. ``We are left alone to address this disparity.'' This bill will help not leave them alone, keep pressure on finding that culprit, that individual who violated them, that criminal who has violated them, and also by providing agencies with additional resources. This $100 million is to help victims. Is there anybody on the floor that wants to join in a bipartisan manner to help victims or to work with law enforcement who are on the job, who are saying: We need help because victims need help, and we certainly need to solve the crimes for these families who are longing to understand about their loved ones who have been raped, assaulted, and those who have lost their lives. I remind my colleagues of the father and baby in my community who were found dead. They need help. Support the VICTIM Act. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R.…”