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The true story of a small town, working class father who embarks on a solo walk across the U.S. to crusade against bullying after his son is tormented in high school for being gay.
Based On True Story
High School
Suicide
Flashback
Bullying
High School Student
Cheerleader
Writing
Teenage Sexuality
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