It is being discussed in the open, and people are speaking up.
That is a good thing.
I found it interesting how the word "bully" has evolved (according to dictionary.com). From sweetheart to quarrelsome?
noun
1.
a blustering, quarrelsome, overbearing person who habitually badgers and intimidates smaller or weaker people.
2.
Archaic . a man hired to do violence.
3.
Obsolete . a pimp; procurer.
4.
Obsolete . good friend; good fellow.
5.
Obsolete . sweetheart; darling.