Heartbroken mothers of crime victims are confronting liberal leaders in Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago, accusing them of enabling a surge in violence and demanding justice for their lost loved ones.
Bystanders are witnessing heinous crimes without intervening or calling the police, instead capturing the horrors on video for their own entertainment. Parents are discovering the unimaginable: videos of their loved ones' brutal murders and torture circulating online. This macabre phenomenon has become a twisted reality for countless families across the country.
On February 25th, Birmingham mother Gail Maddox received the dreaded text every parent fears. Her 20-year-old daughter, Mahogany Jackson, pleaded for help, claiming she was being held hostage. Horrifyingly, within 24 hours, police found Mahogany's lifeless body.
But the unimaginable horrors didn't end there. Sadistic kidnappers and killers had recorded their atrocities, sharing the videos online for the world to witness. Gail had to endure the indescribable pain of watching her daughter's final moments, over and over again, as the video was shared countless times.
To those who casually share these gruesome videos, know that you are accomplices to the crime. You give the perpetrators the notoriety they crave. By not taking action, by not reporting the content or requesting its removal, you become part of the problem.
Mothers like Gail are confronting liberal leaders who have pursued policies they believe have emboldened criminals and undermined law enforcement. They demand accountability for the surge in violence that has torn their communities apart.
Amidst the negativity, there is a glimmer of hope. Social media can be a force for healing, spreading messages of support and respect. It can rally around survivors of violence, providing emotional and material resources during the darkest times.
Parents, instill in your children the importance of decency and empathy. Encourage them to intervene when they witness violence, to call for help, to refrain from perpetuating the cycle of trauma. Social media platforms must take proactive steps to regulate and stop the circulation of recorded violence.
During National Crime Victims' Rights Week, we must all play a role in stopping the ongoing cycle of trauma and violence. Use your voice for good. Reach out to survivors of violence. Support your community. Together, we can create a society where every life is valued and protected.
