Speaking Out and Night

It is the duty of humans to speak out against violations of human rights.  People have the responsibility to take a stand against domestic violence. Not only should bystanders advocate, but the victims should speak out as well. When victims talk about their experiences, it saves other potential victims from experiencing the same pain. Victims of domestic violence have the responsibility to speak out about what they experienced in order to prevent others from facing the same pain they faced. For example, one victim of domestic violence “...is now a proud CPA, free from her troubling past. Denise also volunteers at the Russell County Crisis Center. There, she assists other women who have lived the nightmare of domestic violence,” (Domestic violence survivor speaks out 1). This shows that victims are able to overcome their troubling past and use it as motivation to better their lives and the lives of those around them. Elie Wiesel preaches about speaking up for those whose human rights are being violated. He himself is a survivor of the Holocaust and feels he must tell his story to help those involved in genocide today. Elie Wiesel also feels strongly that people should choose a side and speak out. People must stand up and take a side against domestic violence. The survivors of domestic violence must speak out about their experiences in order to educate and empower people. If people do not understand domestic violence, they will never be able to speak out against it and help prevent it. When people do not understand domestic violence, they will not be able to perceive the warning signs that are occurring in their lives or the lives of those around them. To prevent people from experiencing domestic violence, "Parker spoke to encourage Tallahassee community members to recognize the warning signs and take a stand against the domestic violence she herself knew well," (Lopes 1). This shows that there are many people trying to prevent domestic violence. Taking a stand against domestic violence is very important because it can prevent future abuse and stop innocent people from getting hurt. If people do not speak up for what they believe in, domestic violence can never be conquered.

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Lopes, Helen. "Abuse survivors speak out against domestic violence." FSView. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Jan.2014.http://www.fsunews.com/article/20130925/FSVIEW/130925016/Abuse-survivors-speak-out-against-domestic-violence.

"The State." South Carolina rated second-worst in nation in women killed by men. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Jan. 2014. http://www.thestate.com/2012/09/20/2448208/south-carolina-rated-second-worst.html.

Wiesel, Elie. Night. United States Of America: Holt, Rinehart And Winston, 1985. Print.