Online Safety

Cyberbullying has become a major issue in the United States. Numerous cases have been reported about teens and children commiting suicide after being a victim of cyberbullying. A new article was released about Alexis Pilkington, 17, who took her life after being taunted and called names on a
social networking site. After her death, the taunting continued on towards the family which made the grief worse. After her death, a bill is being put in place that makes cyberbullying a federal crime. My reaction to this article is shocked. I can't believe that she was not helped with this issue. She should of had help before she was pushed to the point of suicide. It is a good idea that a bill is being put into place that makes cyberbullying a federal crime.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/03/29/earlyshow/main6343077.shtml