To Persecute or Prosecute...that is the question...

As I sit here drafting up an idea for book three in the Tiny Tales series involving bullies, I am struck with a question….

Is it Persecute or Prosecute?

Persecute has a wide scope. It spans from annoying someone by refusing to leave them alone (hence the bullying train of thought), to treating another cruelly and unfairly over a prolonged period due to their religion, race, political belief, or other perceived difference. Children and adults alike can be the subject of persecution from groups such as bullies to extremists, and the impact can be widely and deeply felt.

On the other hand, prosecution means the bringing and conduct of legal proceedings against someone in respect of a criminal charge.

So, whilst the definitions of the two may give the impression they stand alone, the law as it stands means if you have been persecuted you may be able to prosecute your persecutor.

Just some food for thought.

Kindness for the win.

G.D.

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