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Published 12:57 8 Apr 2018 BST
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"Comments like Israel Folau's about gay people and all other types of bullying by all kinds of people is what can put people like that young boy in that moment where it's enough to tip them over the edge," wrote Owens.
"Because there is a minority out there who give the impression that you cannot be who you truly are.
"We need people to understand and respect everyone for who they are, you don't have to agree with or even like it, but let everyone live their own lives.
"Yes, you are entitled to your opinion but one should understand what that opinion can do to young and vulnerable people's lives in particular ones in a bad place dealing with their sexuality."
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