FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARCH 26, 2002
CONTACT: LINDA MACIAS/PAUL TODD (202) 225-6161

Community Joins Baca in protecting children from violence

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Joe Baca (D-CA) today announced plans for legislation aimed at curbing the sale or rental of grotesque, violent video games to minors. With children and a school as a backdrop, he encouraged everyone who cares about children to become aware of what kids in their communities are being exposed to every day.

"As parents we work hard to teach and train our children," Baca said. "Let's not destroy that bond - it can't be about just making money! Its more than that - let's protect our children!"

"As a father and a grandfather this hits home - what about you? Are you an aunt, uncle, father, mother, nephew, cousin or just someone who cares about our children!"

Those who attended the event included:

Darryl Adams, Principal, San Bernardino High School
Bea Watson, Fontana City Clerk
Joe Rodriguez, Representative for Supervisor Jerry Eaves
Frank Stallworth, Office Manager for State Senator Nell Soto
Rabbi Douglas Kohn, Congregation Emannu El
Sister Carmel, San Bernardino Diocese
Father Patricio Guillen, Guadelupe Church
Deputy Chief Mike Stodelle, San Bernardino County Sheriff
Robert Velasco, El Protector, California Highway Patrol Inland Division
Rosa Ray, El Protector, California Highway Patrol Inland Division
Councilman and Mayor Pro Temp Joe Sampson, City of Rialto
Teresa Parra, School Board of San Bernardino City Unified
Arturo Delgado, Superintendent of San Bernardino City Unified School District
Tony Dupre, School Board member of San Bernardino City Unified School District
Dr. Herb Fischer, Superintendent of San Bernardino County Unified School District
League of Women Voters
Dr. Wright, Professional Women's Roundtable
MAPA
Rebecca Stafford; Event Coordinator, Children's' Fund
Faith Michaelson; CBO-Partnership Administer, Children's Network & Commission on the Status of Women

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