Elie Wiesel said “I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”
As we arc into a New Year with our dreams and the promise of change, let’s take sides. Let’s stand on the side of those who believe in the inherent value of ALL living creatures. Let’s stand on the side of those who are willing to risk criticism, judgement, rejection and abandonment to do what’s right for ourselves and for all those who are vulnerable; those desperately praying for someone … for us … to speak up on their behalf. Let’s stand on the side of kindness; on the side of compassion; and always, always … on the side of love.
Daryl Wood's Blog 
Amen!
By: Christine Smith-Johnson on December 31, 2011
at 1:27 am
To quote Elie Wiesel is to quote one who knew what it meant not to take sides in the 1940s. On the subject of bullying, it is important that those who think they are neutral and can stand by understand that they could be the next victim. “When I looked around the room, I realized there was no one left but me”. Thank you for your words. I share many of these same thoughts on my anti-bullying website at http://bullyinglte.wordpress.com.
By: aeisenbe on December 31, 2011
at 9:14 am
Thank you for your words and having looked at your website, thank you for the powerful awareness you offer. I have been bullied. I have bullied. We are all that! What we do with it now, as we bring the awareness into our consciousness is what will make a difference in our world, right now. Namaste, Daryl
By: darylwood on December 31, 2011
at 9:58 am