Child Abuse — The American Way

#WhereAreTheChildren is a very old question

A crying child wearing a shirt that says “happy.” Photo by Arwan Sutanto on Unsplash

Children are vulnerable — physically, emotionally, and legally. And they are powerless. That’s why those in power can exploit children, hurt children, and use children for political and economic gain.

I remember my childhood frustration at not being heard, my fear of being at the mercy of unpredictable grown-ups…