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Danya was a very kind soul. The illogical accusations took its toll on his mental health. Kramnik should be tried on the court of law. This is a serious issue. We, as a community, must make sure that this must not repeat. A precious life has been lost. It’s difficult to find solace after seeing this injustice that was metted out to Danya. Time to fight back against unwarranted insinuations and cyber bullying.
Vishy supported: Request FIDE ban Vladimir Kramnik, and revoke his titles/norms, per ethics standards.Danya was very important for any chess player wanting to improve. I first came across his streams when he was playing blitz, where his impressive creativity and speed skills put him among the best blitzers in the world. I then saw his speedruns as SenseiDanya, the most educational and extensive chess content the world will have ever seen. Once he reached my rating, I made sure to wait hoping to face him. I was so excited to have a chance to play him and even had a completely winning position. Despite many people in the chat accusing me of cheating, Danya defended me and never once hinted at the possibility. A few years later and I am an NM, forever grateful to what his content has done to my chess and the chess of countless other improvers. I even got to play him many more times in speed events, where this time he mainly won easily, as those were much more serious games for him than a speedrun game.
What I wanted to say is that if he had accused me just because of my play, I may never have continued to play as much or watch him, as he was someone I really looked up to. Well, Kramnik was one of the players Danya looked up to and admired deeply. He knew the power his words could have on the kind Danya we all loved. Not once did he think to stop his relentless attacks, even when Danya voiced how much it was affected him. If Danya defended himself, Kramnik would find new and new ridiculous arguments. A year ago, I signed the petition along with many other players to stop these relentless attacks on Danya. What has been done since by FIDE? Absolutely nothing. This is absolutely shameful and FIDE has blood on its hands. If even 6 months ago this had stopped, let alone 1 year ago, I am sure things wouldn't have been the same. But Kramnik showed no concern for human life, and neither did Dvorkovitch. I hope he will think seriously about banning Kramnik and erasing his title which he is using for all the wrong reasons. I see this as a last chance for FIDE to show any backbone.
Seb supported: Request FIDE ban Vladimir Kramnik, and revoke his titles/norms, per ethics standards.I’m a mother, and all my kids grew up playing hockey. It’s disturbing to see how false accusations can ruin young men’s lives with no consequences. This trial was a circus, and my heart goes out to these players. I hope they can return to their careers soon — they deserve that chance.
Susan supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.I can’t wait to see these boys back on the ice, it’s about time!!
Jeffrey supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.These men have a right to play after having their names tarnished and careers paused during their prime years.
Lauren supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.I no longer trust the news because of how this has been handled and I know I am not alone. What has been allowed to happen to these players is not only an injustice to them. It is a betrayal of Canadian values. We must demand better, for them and for the future of our country. I wish you well with this petition and I will be sending it on to all of my friends.
Sandra supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.Brutal seeing people still hating on these guys. Anyone paying attention could see this was a farce from the start.
Noah supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.Thank you for starting this petition and thank you to everyone signing it. It is so sad what is continuing to happen to each of these players after being found not guilty. As an advocate for both men and women across Canada who have been or are going thru a false allegation, I’m happy to stand with each of these men.
My wife and I attended each day of the trial and heard the evidence first hand, the correct decision was made in this case. Sexual assaults do happen and we stand with those women (and men) who have been a victim. The victims in this case was each of these 5 men.
A false claim ruins things for actual victims.
Chris supported: Five Innocent Men. Five Stolen Careers. Let Them Play.You’re not alone — a community of supporters is ready to back you.
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