The evils of gossip...

I would ask any one reading this who doesn't have direct experience to be open minded and gentle. While the situations that are being described to you may seem insane or improbable, it might help to think about various circumstances in history that involved large groups of people saying nothing as a tragedy occurs. It's also very important to discourage gossip where ever you go, no matter how tempting. We all know what it's like to be in a situation where one person starts to talk about or make fun of someone. This is not okay. Gossip hurts. Think how you would feel if it were you or someone you love.

Enough talk, it's time for action. We need to form support groups and get law enforcement involved. Any ideas?