Too Many Of My Constituents,

A Day Of Peace And Sharing Can Lead To Greater Understanding And Cooperation Among Political Parties, Faith Groups, And People Of Different Races And Economic Class.

My Friends In The Congress, I Have Known Coretta King Since I Went South During The Civil Rights Movement As A Lawyer. She Was A Vibrant, Consistent, Totally Dedicated Partner With Her Husband.

Back In 1792, Dr. Benjamin Banneker, The Famed African-american Inventor And Scientist In Washington, Proposed A Department Of Peace For The New Nation To His Friends George Washington And Thomas Jefferson. His Prophetic Suggestion Was Not Implemented; But Now, More Than 200 Years Later, The Need For A Peace Department Is Too Compelling To Ignore.

Once The Violence Has Ceased, The Us Should Immediately Call On The World Bank And Other International Institutions To Convene A Donors Conference To Rebuild Lebanon's Shattered Infrastructure.

It's Not Enough For Women To Speak Out On The Issue - For The Message To Be Strong And Consistent, Women's Voices Must Be Backed Up By Men's.