Kirk helps fight domestic violence

Violence against women continues to be a serious problem in this country. Every year thousands of women and their children face the worst sort of abuse. In 1994, Congress responded to this serious problem by passing the Violence Against Women Act. It established federal programs to prosecute abusers, prevent domestic violence before it starts and provide victim services. It proved wildly successful and doled out nearly $4 billion dollars to combat domestic violence.

When the Violence Against Women Act was up for renewal in 2005, Congressman Mark Kirk stepped up to the plate. He was an original co-sponsor of the renewal bill and worked tirelessly with his colleagues until it was signed into law in 2006.

This is just one example out of too many to name here that exemplifies the kind of concern and leadership that Mark Kirk has demonstrated as our congressman. Mark Kirk cares about what happens to us in the 10th District. And so do I, especially about who will continue to represent me in Congress.

For this and for his support of many of the causes I care about, Mark Kirk has my support and my vote this November.

Judy Rosen

Long Grove