IN case you may have missed this, here is a nice
article about Michael, as posted to another group.
Terrie

March 7, 2003


Bolton Sings and Speaks Out for Women


STEPHEN M. SILVERMAN and MIKE SMITH



Michael Bolton made it clear in Washington how a man
really loves a woman, calling upon other men to combat
violence against women, reports PEOPLE.
"We're here because we believe this is not just a
women's issue," the four-octave singer, 50, told more
than 400 people gathered at the National Coalition
Against Domestic Violence's 25th Anniversary gala
Wednesday night. "We believe that men have a
responsibility to communicate with clarity, and
without reservation, that real men do not commit or
tolerate violence against women."

Bolton followed his remarks with three songs,
including "When a Man Loves a Woman" -- a special
request from the National Coalition.

The morning after the gala, Bolton joined other
activists, including Christina Aguilera's mom, Shelly
Kearns, on Capitol Hill for a series of panels and
discussions with members of Congress.

"Christina's father was my abuser," Kearns said. "We
were in the army, so we traveled a lot. Each place
we'd go, I'd get a phone book and write down the
number of the local woman's shelter. That number meant
life, freedom, and safety for Christina and me."

Bolton and the coalition urged Congress to fully fund
programs initiated under the Violence Against Women
Act, asking for an additional $100 million to aid in
areas such as shelters, victim counseling, and
education.

Bolton said his activism on this issue partially stems
from his love of three women in his life -- his
daughters Isa, Holly and Taryn.

Violence against women is "something I've always been
conscious of with them," Bolton told PEOPLE. "We've
spoken about it. We can talk about anything. That
element of concern and leaning toward the protective
side with your daughter, this is the reason why this
will resonate the most with men."


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