I stated that because it is, regardless of its net effect. I do not condone it, nor is it an excuse to do nothing. But the battle against suicide must be fought

I stated that because it is, regardless of its net effect. I do not condone it, nor is it an excuse to do nothing. But the battle against suicide must be fought, ultimately, in the hearts and minds of those who are likely to succumb to it. I did not mean to be callous or ignorant.