I want the killing to stop, the killing of American soldiers and the killing of women and children in Iraq.

My son was killed in a war without honor for the sake of lies.

I had to be here. I had to support Cindy and I had to support the mothers. I came because what she started is very important. I think it's going to make history. This is the first time when we have some attention.

[Supporters such as McCaffrey want Sheehan to know she is not alone.] It is very important for me to be here to show support for Cindy and what she's doing, ... We have to make a big echo across country and have all the mothers stand up and keep up with this effort.