1. Suren Pillay argues that entertainment industries contribute to gang-related juvenile crime by marketing gang-associated styles to young people. Do you agree with his argument? Can you think of any popular companies that use gang-related trends to sell their products?
2. This chapter discusses various viewpoints on the causes of gang- related juvenile crime. Which do you think are the most important, and why? Can you think of any other factors that contribute to gang involvement?
3. In Paul Palango’s viewpoint, Kathleen claims to have been influenced by the violent lyrics of rap music. Do you think that the lyrics in rap music can be a negative influence on a teenager, or is rap a harmless form of entertainment? Explain your answer.
4. Christian Smith describes the court ordered injunctions against the 18th Street gang as unconstitutional and discriminatory. Do you agree with his assessment? Do you think...