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Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

The problem I find with the "kids will be kids" arguement is that it assumes hopelessness and that nothing will really solve the problem.

I believe it's more than simply the parents who have to show children right from wrong. Brothers, sisters, babysitters, teachers, nannies, bus drivers, soccer coaches, and everyone in between has a role in raising kids. Why? Because they're socialized and educated through more than just two blood relatives. It's a more macro, cultural thing we need to address. I think bullying being picked apart like it has been in the last couple of years is a good start to recognize the long-running roots of why it happens.

BTW, I doubt this would ever happen in a country like Japan, where respect for other people is on a completely different level than in North America. We could learn alot from other cultures.

With both parents working to keep a roof over thier heads there's no one around to teach them what you're saying.