'Bullying is for losers'
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Poor Jamey Rodemeyer, a beautiful boy of 14 who killed himself because of relentless bullying. He actually participated in the "It gets better" program.
He died for no reason other than he was gay.
This is not innate behaviour. This is learned. I don't mean being homosexual. I mean hating. And bullying.
I'm not a big fan of Lady Gaga, but this is an awesome tribute she did for Jamey, who quoted one of her songs in his suicide note. She seems sincere. And she has the muscle to make a difference.
Not to be corny, but I have been thinking of a William Shakespeare line all day:
"Goodnight, sweet prince; And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest." -- Horatio
It WILL get better, Jamey.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aER4KfBvpwA
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Hardytoo
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Haruko - Thanks for posting this, very relevant article.I makes me cry too. The article's extremely relevant to what's taking place in our schools and work-places (and no doubt, some homes). Bullying in any form, not only related to the gay issue, is horrendous; it breaks our children down, and discourages them from participating and learning.
My granddaughter is going thru this for reasons of which we have no idea - except that she's very intelligent, talented in music and art, and is new to the area where they live.She's a quiet young girl, quite pretty, very enthusiastic in everything she encounters as far as activities and courses. But it's become a battle for her mom (my daughter) to "force" her to attend every day. Many many tears have fallen.
The school officials have been contacted and say there's nothing they can do (???) - they haven't talked to the instigator or her parents, and placate my daughter daily, saying: "ohh, this will probably just settle down...." It's sickening to think about the possible consequences to my granddaughter - I'm totally helpless, except to reassure her that SHE is fine the way she is, but I know that my words mean less than nothing. I went thru this with my daughter when she was in a new school in 7th grade; made it my business when the principal would not do anything. I followed the bully home every day, on foot, as soon as she got off the bus each day - no words, just letting her know I was there and was watching her. I'd stand outside the house and write (pretend) notes to further the intimidation. Lucky I wasn't arrested. That particular bully stopped shortly thereafter.
Parents have no place, or no one, to tell about it. And if they do, they're ignored.
I've written to the Superintendent of Schools for that district, notifying him of the problem; I don't expect any response. - 8 months ago
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cmc101
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Misti:
I agree
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cmc101
