In era of online bullying, more vigilance needed: #tellusatoday

A Florida 12-year-old committed suicide after allegedly being taunted online. We asked our followers on Twitter: What should be done about bullying? Comments are edited for clarity and grammar:

Early intervention is key. A national program, sponsored by malls and retailers, effectively engages young kids to prevent bullying.

— @Shale_Comm

Parents need to take responsibility for tech access of kids, coupled with a little moral education. Schools are not parents!

— @ilovemipatos

We have to remember bullying is not a new phenomenon. It's old as cavemen. We have to give our kids a better foundation of self.

— @SurvivinAmerica

Teach the golden rule and have zero tolerance for hateful attitudes.

— @sooneralum78

Most social networks have a way of blocking people who you or your kids should not be communicating with.

— @DeborahASolomon

There needs to be more action in the schools to prevent bullying. I am so thankful the Internet didn't really come around until I was in late high school.

— @AndreaCordts

Parents, wake up! Your "little darlings" aren't the sweethearts you think they are.

— @Lkbbooks

The problem is these girls hide behind their phones/computers to bully, with zero consequence. In my day, you met face to face.

— @Scottsville4

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