The congress is in the middle of an endless process trying to pass some bill that would deal with violence toward women. It is a sad commentary that literally millions of women live daily in situations where they are verbally and physically abused. This is not simply an issue for women, but for everyone of us. Men must step forward and openly support the rights of all women to be treated with respect and dignity. Those of us who have had the privilege of being raised by women who nurtured and loved us understand that a real man never inflicts harm on any woman.