The chronological case study explores the evolution of Chicago street gangs--from the alienated ethnic youth of yesterday, to their present-day expansion into the worlds of organized crime, religion, politics, legitimate business, & international terrorism. Olivero, a consultant on gangs for the Attucks Community Board in Southern Illinois & the Police Department of Mission, Texas, creates a vivid picture of gang subculture & provides a valuable historical perspective on the future of gangs. Topics include gangs in the ...
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The chronological case study explores the evolution of Chicago street gangs--from the alienated ethnic youth of yesterday, to their present-day expansion into the worlds of organized crime, religion, politics, legitimate business, & international terrorism. Olivero, a consultant on gangs for the Attucks Community Board in Southern Illinois & the Police Department of Mission, Texas, creates a vivid picture of gang subculture & provides a valuable historical perspective on the future of gangs. Topics include gangs in the Illinois Prison System, gangs & religion, gang involvement in terrorism & crime, motorcycle gangs, ethnic gangs, the spreading influence of gangs, & gang versus law enforcement & citizen groups. A readable & recommended resource for lay readers, students, & professionals in the fields of political science, sociology, & criminal justice.
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Add this copy of Honor Violence and Upward Mobility to cart. $36.27, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1991 by Pan Amer Univ Pr.
Add this copy of Honor Violence and Upward Mobility to cart. $66.52, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1991 by Pan Amer Univ Pr.
