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Re: "My Bullied Son's Last Day on Earth" - April 25th 2009, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Khadra View Post
THEY ARE CHILDREN! These aren't psychopathic murderers. They are kids who do not fully understand the implication of their actions, nor do they know how to deal with or get help for their emotional issues. I agree the victims need lots of help and support. I just don't think prosecuting CHILDREN is going to make matters any better.
"THEY ARE CHILDREN!"

You're right. But legally speaking - a 17 year old is a CHILD. Are you trying to suggest that a 17 year old doesn't fully understand the implications of their actions?! Exactly who do you think I'm talking about? 4 year olds?! 2 year olds?! And what do you think I'm suggesting? SING SING prison for 8 year olds? Use your imagination. Of course a CHILD shouldn't be shipped off to the 'rock pile'. But even CHILDREN want abusive CHILDREN to be held accountable for their actions. Nothing says, "I don't care about you!", MORE than, "You are NOT accountable for what you do."

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