In some states, the maximum penalty for molesting a non-relative is life in prison, but the penalty for molesting a relative is as light as therapy and probation. I'm so sick of horror stories. I'm so sick of all these quasi-intellectuals doing analysis about the mood of Congress. We've all been Oprah-ized into believing our own opinions matter to anyone else. That's the only way to change anything.
People can do nothing unless they choose to do it together.
Unless there's a willingness to become obsessed with the issue, Vachss says, nothing will change. This is a challenge to all people who call themselves good and empathetic and loving. Vachss is head of a small army of volunteers working to change the laws on incest. Leslie Boyd is the family life writer for Gannett Suburban Newspapers . All Rights Reserved.