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My only reluctance in writing this post is fearing the pain it might bring the Clementi family, but I doubt they can be bothered, and I am sure this day is irrevocably etched in their memories.
Seven years ago, this evening, the definitive bullying/hate crime, resulting in the suicide of Tyler Clementi was perpetrated on this innocent young man. I have no idea where Ravi and Wei are, nor do I care. I only hope their consciences are not at rest.
Not only was a family and a community marred, but the promise of the contributions this intelligent, talented fellow could have made to the world around him was taken from him. He never had a chance.
Take a moment today to remember Tyler Clementi. If you see someone bullied,
reach out to them.
The only way to eradicate...is to step in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rest In Peace, Tyler!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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You probably already know this, but his parents, Joe and Jane Clementi, started the Tyler Clementi Foundation, to fight bullying and to honor his memory.
I am aware, and I should get
involved with it. When it first
happened, I actually wrote a
condolence note to the Clementis.
If I met them, I am afraid I
would cry.
I felt for Tyler, having been bullied
in high school.
Rutgers was just across the river from
where I grew up-Highland Park, NJ
Interestingly, Rutgers was the one school
turn me down. Get this--Dartmouth accepted me,
but not Rutgers!
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