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Old 05-27-2022, 12:48 PM
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So you really think that kind of program would have prevented this lone nutjob from cracking and going on a spree?
If they included educational programs that stem bullying of those with speech defects (in this case) or provide outreach for those traumatized by bullying, yes. Quite possibly.

But it's hard to encourage an environment of empathy when the mocking of the physically, mentally or emotionally challenged is being promoted, encouraged or endorsed. Same would be true of racism.

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