E1974 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 31, 2001 news as a newspaper’ published from women to be strong and courageous enough who saw the minute details, without losing Chandigarh, just to cover the Burning Pun- to leave a bad situation and make a better life sight of the larger picture. Yitzhak Rabin— jab staff under India Penal Code. One for themselves and their children. the man of security, who fought in battles Lashkar Singh has filed the case: DIG of We must also understand the reasons that and wars, Chief of Staff of IDF during the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) of In- Six-Day War. dian Hindu Regime. compel abusers to carry on their outrageous As we mourn the loss of our fallen hero, we It is pertinent to mention that Burning behavior. The abuser continues his behavior must remember, he dedicated his career to Punjab web site is aired through European because violence is an effective method for national defense, and his life to Israel’s fu- and American based servers and satellites. gaining and keeping control over another per- ture. In fact, at the time of his assassina- It’s registered address is located in United son. The abuser objectifies women, sees tion, Rabin served not only as Prime Min- Kingdom but with a motive to harass human women as property, and does not respect ister, but also as the Minister of Defense. In rights activists working for Burning Punjab 1986, I served as Director General of the Min- women as a group. Historically, punishment istry of Defense, as per Rabin’s request. I web site, Indian Police have now manipu- for this type of violence has lacked severity lated forge case against them by alleging held this office for nearly ten years. Basi- that Burning Punjab News is a daily news- and thus deterrent for such behavior. cally, because Rabin would not let me leave. paper published from Chandigarh. Whereas We must also provide women with more re- At our weekly meeting on Friday, Novem- no such newspaper’ published from sources. Most battered women have children, ber third, nineteen ninety-five, I raised the Chandigarh. are not employed outside of the home, have issue of my resignation. I had served an un- A formal representation has been sent to no property that are solely theirs, and lack ac- precedented number of years as Director General, and I felt it was time to move on. Chief Justice of Supreme Court and the High cess to cash or bank accounts. There exist 3 Court, urging them to take initiative and Rabin understood my reasoning, but re- times more animal shelters than battered quested that I stay in that post. After delib- prevent abusing human right activists and women’s shelters in the United States. We also legal process of the land. eration, we decided to discuss this and other must work to ensure that women have the pending issues at our next meeting on Sun- f support system to permit them to leave an day, November fifth. Of course, that con- versation never took place. With just three DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS abusive relationship. Mr. Speaker, our country has come a long shots from an assassin, Yitzhak’s potential MONTH way from not treating domestic violence as a leader was brought to an end. His life was cut short, and the future of the Middle against women and children as a ‘‘real’’ crime East would never be the same again. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE to passing the Violence Against Women Act. Though his dreams have not become a re- OF TEXAS But our efforts must continue to raise aware- ality, Rabin’s vision for the future lives on. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness of this very urgent issue. It is kept alive in the heart of each Israeli Wednesday, October 31, 2001 f citizen and soldier who wishes to live in a land of security and peace. Over the past Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, REMARKS OF ISRAELI AMBAS- year, this dream has been marred by trag- we gather tonight to recognize this month of SADOR DAVID IVRY AT THE ME- edy, sorrow, and pain. But amidst the broken October as Domestic Violence Awareness MORIAL SERVICE FOR YITZHAK pieces, the Israeli people have emerged Month. AND LEAH RABIN united. Bonded by a unique determination and resolve. This resolve has been strength- Domestic violence against women remains ened by the abiding relationship of Israel and an epidemic in the United States as well as HON. TOM LANTOS the United States. For over half a century, around the world. A UNICEF study shows that OF CALIFORNIA we have stood together as true partners and up to half of the female population of the world IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends. becomes the victims of domestic violence. As a diplomat, general, and statesman, Wednesday, October 31, 2001 One in every two women is victimized! Yitzhak Rabin appreciated the unwavering In our own backyard, the statistics are unbe- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, the distin- support of the United States, its vital role in lievable. According to a Department of Justice guished Ambassador of Israel to the United peace negotiations, and our joint efforts to States had a most personal and longstanding maintain stability in the Middle East. Al- released on October 28, 2001, women in their though regional stability has been shaken, mid-teens to mid-20’s are three times as likely relationship with Israel’s late, great Prime Min- the ties that bind us remain strong. As our to be attacked by a significant other than an ister Yitzhak Rabin. It is with deep reverence two nations mourn the tragedy of September older women. However, middle-aged women for what Yitzhak Rabin stood for that I share eleventh it is clear—the United States and between the ages of 35–49 are the most likely Ambassador Ivry’s comments with my col- Israel are forever partners in the pursuit of to be killed by an intimate partner than young- leagues. security and peace. er women. One in 10 girls killed between the This is just one element of the legacy left REMARKS OF ISRAELI AMBASSADOR DAVID behind by Yitzhak Rabin. Though his leader- ages of 12 and 15 dies at the hands of her IVRY AT THE MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR ship has come to an end, his message still re- boyfriend or significant other. YITZHAK AND LEAH RABIN mains. Today, we remember that peace is The Violence Against Women Act of 2000, ISRAELI AMBASSADOR DAVID IVRY not just a dream. It is essential to our fu- signed by President Clinton on October 28, It is with a heavy heart that I stand before ture, and the future of generations to come. 2000, improves legal tools and programs ad- you today, and pay tribute to a couple whose Shalom haverim. dressing domestic violence, sexual assault, dedication to Israel brought us hope, whose Shalom friends. May the memory of and stalking. The Act also reauthorizes critical efforts for peace renewed our vision of the fu- Yitzhak and Leah be with us forever. grant programs created by VAWA of 1994 and ture, and whose legacy will be remembered f for generations to come. subsequent legislation, establishes new pro- Yitzhak and Leah Rabin are no longer with PLIGHT OF AFGHAN WOMEN grams, and strengthens federal laws. us, but their memories are inscribed on the I am proud to say that Congress has recog- stones of history. Sustained in our hearts nized that women and children victims of do- and minds forever. Leah was a supportive HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD mestic violence deserve enhanced protection. wife, a devoted mother, and a pillar of OF CALIFORNIA But we must also take additional steps—we strength to those who knew her. Yitzhak was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES must continue to raise awareness. Socially, a man of integrity and vision. An honorable Wednesday, October 31, 2001 we must emphasize that women have choices. soldier whose greatest mission was his battle for peace. Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise Traditional ideology has forced women to re- I first met Yitzhak in 1959. I was a young today to join my colleagues to condemn the main in dangerous and even fatal situations. captain, and he, the Deputy Chief of General oppressive rule enforced by the Taliban re- Women are not the only one in a marriage re- Staff, a respected leader and a critical asset gime against women. I thank Congresswoman sponsible for its success. Stress, alcohol, to the IDF. Our paths frequently crossed Millender-McDonald, co-chair of Women’s problems at work, and unemployment does again over the years until the day he ap- Caucus, for her leadership in bringing this not justify the abuser’s behavior. A woman’s proached me and requested that I return to issue to the attention of all members of Con- identity and worth is not based upon getting the Ministry of Defense. gress. Ms. Millender-McDonald has been a I knew him in times of crisis and success. and keeping a man. An abuser’s ‘‘lucid mo- I found him to be a sensitive man, emotional long time advocate for the equal and fair treat- ments’’ from violence does not make him a to the point of tears at the loss of life; a ment of women both here in the United States ‘‘good man’’. Divorce is a viable alternative. leader who was not only attentive but knew and abroad. And it’s okay for family members to intervene how to listen. He had a piercing analytical Mr. Speaker, the Taliban are a repressive and get help for the victims. Choices empower understanding of the issues. He was a man and regressive force in Afghan society. They
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