Taylor Whitsell came to Harvard with a mission: to learn about and fight against human rights violations. While the journey
exposed him to the depths of human cruelty, Whitsell possesses a steadfast optimism. Where does it come from?
Whitsell grew up in Danville, KY, where he often felt isolated by his peers - but he found strength in this ostracism. As he explained, “I found it difficult growing up. I got politically engaged from a young age because my views and opinions went against what was conventional in my community.”
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