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Gang Culture (Short)

Gang membership is on the rise nationwide. Why are we seeing an increase? Several reasons - 1. Identity - Kids join to be a part of something. To be known as a Crip or a Blood offers identity. 2. Recognition - Acknowledgment for 'accomplishments' that they do not receive at home. This recognition builds gangbangers' "juice" or rep within the gang. 3. Discipline - The gang, after being 'jumped in', becomes the child's surrogate family. The gang offers specific rules and pecking orders not received in the home. 4. Love - Could be stated as tough love. Instant Family, willing to defend and protect as well as punish. Once in a gang it is almost impossible to get out, if not suicidal. 5. Money - Was added in the early '80s when Crack came on the scene. Material wealth that would be unattainable if not participating in gang activity.
Media is also responsible for the increase in gang participation. Many movies and music glamorize gang lifestyles, enthralling children with thoughts of......


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