I’ve lived in a small town before and so much gets swept under the rug depending on the power/money you have. I thought that was just sour grapes from those who are jealous of others but it is true - it happens often. Few will stand up for what is right.
Some shots not live.Statement.
CNN producer note
‘The recent events have tarnished everything we students have come to be proud of here at Penn State,’ Daniel Johnson, a 23-year-old business student at Penn State, said. ‘We rallied, and we will continue to rally, to honor the victims, to make sure the student voice is heard, to gain back pride in our school, and to support Joe Paterno. We are not responsible for the decisions made by school officials, who at the end of the day are Joe’s bosses. We firmly believe that Joe would never turn a blind eye to something as sick and disturbing as this, had he knew the full extent of the situation. It is deeply troubling to know that such evil occurred here on campus by someone so intricate to the football program for 32 years. We pray that the victims can find a way to move on from this and find peace.’
Johnson tells CNN that there is a movement taking place to replace this Saturday’s ‘white-out’ at the game with a ‘blue-out’ as a way to show support for the victims and to raise awareness about child abuse.
‘May God be with the victims now and always. And may Joe Paterno be given the chance to step down with dignity at his choosing, as he amply deserves,’ Johnson said.
- ccostello3, CNN iReport producer
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Students rally on Beaver Avenue and on Old Main’s steps...