Bully Documentary Analysis

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Many people have joined the fight against bullying. According to a news article in the “Daily Mail”, there was a documentary that was made called “Bully” that focused on the lives of some kids that were being bullied. This documentary helped the kids escape from their tormentors. One specific kid that was helped in the documentary to escape his bullies was Alex Libby. He was moved to a different school to start a new school life. He has made friends in his new school, Edmond Memorial School. Another way people have stood up against bullying is by making websites or foundations that help teens have more self-esteem. According to an article on “Reading Eagle”, and “WeStopHate.org”, WeStopHate helps teens to not become bullies themselves, not

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