Abuse Victims in Haiti need to feel safe

John Marshall Lee Bridgeport VOTF Dear Mr. Lee, There are many things going on behind the scenes that you could not possibly know regarding the Douglas Perlitz and Fairfield University situation. I will tell you, though, that serious efforts are being made by Perlitz and others to silence the victims in Haiti. Many of the boys in Haiti and their families are worried and fearful about Perlitz's release on bond. I want to honor their courage and bravery for coming forward to expose Perlitz. These kids have placed themselves in great danger. The boys need everyone's support. The judicial system will sort out the details of this case, but the boys must be protected and made to feel safe. I hope you will keep these kids in mind if you are called upon to speak about this issue. Please know that the children in Haiti are watching us closely via the Internet. They can "hear" everything we say. At the same time, Perlitz's lawyer and prominent Catholics in your community are doing everything they can to disparage and diminish the victims. I hope you will pass this message on to your members. Sincerely, Paul Kendrick Fairfield University '72