I don't think a lack of helmet would be viewed as a smear campaign though, most people would be amazed at the lack of responsibility on behalf of the parent at the lack of helmet and that would trump any other story.
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I don't think a lack of helmet would be viewed as a smear campaign though, most people would be amazed at the lack of responsibility on behalf of the parent at the lack of helmet and that would trump any other story.