Just so this thread wasn't completely useless and uninteresting, I just thought I'd share this response from the President.
(Only 4 days later, impressive!!)
I directly asked him why the USA have not setup a public inquiry into child sexual abuse, like UK and Australia have done.
Dear XXXX:
Thank you for writing. Every child deserves to be cared for, cherished, and kept safe from harm. As a father, I understand there is no higher priority than raising our next generation with the support and resources they need to achieve their dreams.
How we treat our Nation’s children sets a powerful example that shapes their character and influences the kind of people they will become.
That is why my Administration is building awareness about child abuse, strengthening responses to it, increasing support for children in need, and implementing solutions from scientific research about what works for kids and families. I also signed legislation to create the Commission to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities, and we are investing in evidence-based state and local programs that encourage positive parenting and help to prevent child abuse and neglect.
To learn how you can help prevent child abuse, visit www.ChildWelfare.gov/Preventing.
Again, thank you for writing and for lending your voice to this critical issue. When the well-being of any child is compromised, our country is deprived of enormous potential and our society fails to uphold our founding promises of dignity and freedom. Together, I’m confident we can safeguard a brighter future for all our daughters and sons.
Sincerely,
Barack Obama
OK, I'm off for a while now.
Have a good day everyone, and thanks for the replies ;)