Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Dear Avonte

Dear Avonte,

I'm so sorry that the system failed you! I'm sorry that sometimes requiring people to commit to protecting children like you, is a task that many are failing miserably at. I'm sorry that Vanessa Fontaine & Danny Oquendo SR your parents will never be able to hold you close and shower you with affection.

There is no teachable moment when it comes to your death, because protocols and systems were in place to prevent you from wandering. You young man were never supposed to make it off your school grounds. You were a sweet young man that was loved by so many, including myself. As I pledge my Love to you I promise you, that I will fight to prevent this from ever happening again! Those who allowed you to slip away will be held accountable!..I promise you....I promise you!
Rest In Peace Avonte

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