Thefederal government's leadership and resources have helped toplant the seeds. But the federal government does not have all the answers. Stateshave brought new energy and local focus to the problems ofdomestic violence and sexual assault. We are working together aspartners in this historic effort to stem the spread of domesticviolence and sexual assault. In every area of the country we are seeing activities that werenot underway two years ago, activities ranging from newspecialized prosecution and law enforcement units to expandedservices for previously underserved women.
Prosecutors have newtools and victims have enhanced protection.