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How Love Can Overturn Hate, Following Pittsburgh Anti-Semitism Murders

#LoveThyNeighbor I am not Jewish. Either by birth or religion. Still, I felt compelled to attend last night’s public memorial for eleven people who were murdered in a Squirrel Hill neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA. The service was held at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum, where thousands packed the Read more…

By Daleen Berry, 2 years1 year ago
Domestic Violence

Weekend Rapes Raise Concerns About Female Safety in Morgantown

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — I was alone for three minutes and thirty-six seconds today before someone else came along. That, ladies, is more than long enough to be raped. I was walking beneath South High Street, making my way along the rail-trail toward the Pleasant Street bridge, where one of two Read more…

By Daleen Berry, 6 years6 years ago
Penn State scandal

Sandusky: The Verdict that Rang Out Around the World

At least eight young men and children everywhere slept easier last night, knowing that a clarion call has gone out following the verdict in the historic sex abuse trial of Jerry Sandusky. Found guilty of 45 out of 48 counts of the criminal carges Judge John Cleland told the jury Read more…

By admin, 9 years7 years ago
Child Sexual Abuse

He probably won’t take it, but this is why Sandusky will receive a plea offer

When Jerry Sandusky waived his right to a preliminary hearing last Tuesday, I could only think of one good reason: plea deal. Which is one of the worst things that can happen to a case like this. It’s also one of the best. Before I tell you what that is, Read more…

By admin, 9 years8 years ago
Child Sexual Abuse

Helping Ourselves, Helping Others: Why It’s Crucial For Victims to Come Forward

Regardless of the gender used, this applies to both sexes If you’ve had an alcoholic parent, or if you’ve been sexually victimized, you are more vulnerable to feelings of shame and self-doubt, along with the belief that all problems are your fault. These factors can also create a drive to Read more…

By admin, 9 years8 years ago
Child Sexual Abuse

“It Took Your Book for Me to Find Me”

If nothing else, I’m thrilled that the Penn State scandal has allowed other victims of child sexual abuse to break their silence. According to NPR, attorneys around the country are fielding phone calls from victims eager to report their abuse. It’s about time. Because breaking their own silence is the Read more…

By admin, 9 years8 years ago
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