FOR TOO LONG ...

For too long the presence of anger
Has threatened our emotional and physical security.

For too long, too many efforts
That tried to make a difference
Tried to stem the violence
Tried to halt the abuse

Have failed.


It is therefore urgent that we,
And you,
Take steps to reduce the anger,
The rage, and the violence they produce.

Before another spouse is battered --
Another child abused.
Before another student or worker kills --
And another hate crime erupts.


LET US ACT.

To create a residential treatment,
education and training center
To give people
Support, information, new skills and new hope