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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to youth justice

Tough love might not suit some youths who have had it hard at home, says letter writer
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To the editor,

Re: Young offenders growing up to be repeat offenders, Opinion, April 26.

I agree, and disagree with the idea of the small-group approach for acting-out youths. They do help each other in a leader-led supportive group.

On the other hand I know of three youths who grew up in grievous home situations and their lives crashed on the rocks early on. Tough love was the last thing they needed.

Madeline A. Bruce, Nanaimo

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