Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt like you couldn’t defend a family member’s actions? One sister is facing backlash after refusing to defend her younger brother, Darren, who’s being accused of online bullying. The twist? She thinks he deserves the backlash. Let’s dive into this family drama and see what led to this difficult decision.
The Accusations Begin

The Triggering Incident

More Victims Speak Up ️

Racist Remarks Exposed

Going Viral

Parents’ Expectations

The Consequences

Sister’s Stance ♀️

Family Pressure

Sister’s Reasons

Family’s Reaction

The Apology

Threats and Insults

Sister’s Realistic View

Sister Stands Her Ground
Despite family pressure, this sister refuses to defend her brother Darren after his online outbursts led to him being accused of bullying. She believes he deserves the backlash after unleashing sexist and racist remarks on others. With his future on the line, the family is divided on whether to stand by him or not. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this complicated situation…
Supporting brother’s actions not necessary, he needs to face consequences.

Sibling defends tough love approach to brother’s online outbursts. NTA

Sibling refuses to defend brother’s toxic online behavior. NTA ♀️

NTA. Commenter condemns brother’s behavior and criticizes parents’ stance.

Teachable moment for brother, but consequences may impact his future

NTA. High schoolers aren’t known for their calm reactions. ♀️

Sibling defends sister’s decision to not defend brother’s behavior

Commenter calls out brother’s behavior, predicts his political future

Brother’s online outbursts go viral, sister not obligated to defend. NTA

Solid advice on helping brother out of dangerous alt-right rabbit hole

NTA. Brother’s toxic behavior should not be enabled by parents.

Commenter supports brother’s tough love, predicts hard lessons ahead.

NTA comment suggests counseling for brother’s behavior, with a personal anecdote.

Supporting someone doesn’t mean enabling their bad behavior

Sibling solidarity doesn’t mean defending bad behavior. NTA

Supportive comment encourages change and personal growth.

Loving family members doesn’t mean condoning their behavior. NTA

Commenter suspects brother is an incel, NTA for sister’s response.

Commenter suggests brother needs professional help for concerning behavior.

Helpful commenter suggests brother take responsibility for his actions

Suggesting a course on racist and sexist behavior to improve oneself

Commenter warns brother of potential consequences for online behavior

NTA. Commenter argues that 15-year-old boy deserves consequences for online harassment. Replies agree, pointing out double standards for 15-year-old girls.

NTA! The parents are misplacing their fury for their own mistakes

Standing up for your morals is always the right choice

Sibling refuses to defend brother’s viral outbursts. NTA verdict.

Sibling seeks therapy for brother’s online outbursts

Encouraging redemption and growth through therapy and reflection

Sibling’s online outbursts cause suffering, commenter says NTA. Yikes!
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Encouraging therapy for brother’s online outbursts. ♂️

Don’t let your brother’s ignorance become your burden. NTA

Commenter sympathizes with the brother’s situation, but acknowledges the consequences.

Encouraging change without enabling bad behavior
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Commenter defends viral outburst, others disagree. NTA vs. ESH.

Commenter questions if brother understands the severity of his actions.

User believes 15-year-olds should face consequences for racist comments. NTA.

NTA Redditor suggests therapy for brother’s harmful actions and healing.

Sibling loyalty shouldn’t excuse toxic behavior. NTA stands firm.

Commenter defends child, sparks no replies

Defending a 15-year-old’s online outburst punishment, NTA

Encouraging therapy for toxic online behavior and deprogramming from cults

Encouraging therapy for brother’s online outbursts. NTA.

Commenter supports sister, calls out parents for not parenting properly.

Brother’s online outbursts turn world against him, sister not obligated to defend.

Defending a viral outburst? NTA, it’s complicated

Questioning parental favoritism in defending online outbursts. NTA
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Sibling not obligated to defend brother’s abusive behavior. NTA.

Supportive comment calls out bad behavior and offers empathy

Standing up against racism, even when it’s family.

Sibling refuses to defend brother’s online outbursts. NTA.

Commenter is not the a**hole in this viral family feud

Commenter supports consequences for viral outburst, deemed NTA
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Sibling loyalty tested: sister refuses to defend brother’s online outbursts.
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Encouraging response to brother’s therapy for anger issues.

Supportive comment praises accountability for online behavior and consequences.

Encouraging response to brother’s online outbursts, urging change and atonement.

Sister advises not to defend brother’s racist and sexist behavior.

Commenter calls out brother’s behavior, deems him not the a**hole.

Encourage change, but don’t excuse bad behavior.

Standing up for a racist brother makes you one too

Sibling loyalty questioned after brother’s online outbursts.

Sibling struggles with defending brother’s online outbursts. #NTA

Commenter suggests an apology tour for misogynistic brother. NTA.

Commenter shares personal experience and advises sister to prioritize her own well-being.

NTA commenter calls out parents for not taking responsibility

Supporting family without supporting their bigotry. NTA for OP.

Commenter doubts optimism in future generations, but supports OP (NTA)

Helpful resources shared to challenge brother’s harmful views. NTA.

Encouraging response to sister’s dilemma, suggests therapy and support ✌

Commenter is not the a**hole, no replies.

Advocate for therapy and intervention to address brother’s behavior

Supporting without becoming a target. NTA.

Last Updated on June 11, 2023 by Diply Social Team