As someone who has personally survived child abuse without resorting to violence, I find it deeply unsettling that individuals like Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who have been convicted of murder or of convincing others to commit such heinous acts, have opportunities to monetize their celebrity status on the Internet. This trend not only glorifies and justifies their past actions but also sets a dangerous precedent for society.

The Internet and social media platforms should be used as tools for positivity, education, and connection, not as a stage for idolizing those who have taken lives. When society allows convicted murderers to profit from their notoriety, it undermines the concept of justice and sends a harmful message to countless victims and survivors of crime.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, nearly 2.3 million people are incarcerated in U.S. prisons and jails, and while not all are violent offenders, those who have committed the gravest of crimes should not be given a platform to further exploit their stories for financial gain. This is particularly offensive to people who have suffered at the hands of violence and never received the justice they deserved.

Allowing these individuals to capitalize on their criminal actions not only revictimizes survivors and victims' families but also impacts the moral fabric of our country. It's time to draw a line and say that we do not condone the glorification of criminals, and we should not tolerate turning murderers into celebrities.

We call upon social media platforms, legislators, and society as a whole to enact policies that prevent convicted murderers from turning their infamy into income. Let's prioritize the dignity and voices of victims over sensationalism and entertainment.

Please join in signing this petition to stop the monetization of murderers online.