Reyes's parents have taught him to always act respectful, and they issued a reminder.
The SMS-content, the respectful tone and the delivery (timing of reminders and frequency) and the relational aspect of trial participation (feeling cared for) were all highly valued.
Just as the sense of otherness builds from interactions which are felt as exclusionary, unjust and humiliating, interactions which are inclusive, fair and respectful can introduce a contradiction in their stark worldview and provide a reminder of our shared humanity.
Spradley says his long-ago traffic stop that ended with an official warning from the suburban cop is a reminder of how police must work harder to maintain a respectful relationship with the people they serve.
In the days leading up to the Olympic Games, athletes will hear a litany of reminders from coaches, agents and Olympic officials that their conduct should be respectful, tame and represent their countries well.
Respectful and thorough, this unembellished true-crime story might have only regional appeal, but its depressing reminder of our failure to prevent similar calamities will resonate nationwide.
