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    world of gangs has changed a lot since the 1950s and mostly it has changed for the worst. Gangs no longer sport the classic "greaser" look. Nor do they simply get into a few rumbles over turf. No‚ Street gangs today have developed much farther past a group of twenty people hanging out on the corner. There is much more to being a gangbanger in the 21st century than that. Most modern day gangs are situated in some of the larger cities such as L.A.‚ New York‚ and Even in Vancouver. Gangs Nowadays

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    issues that cause inner city youth to join gangs and become delinquent? Discuss whether the New Labour Government’s policies have been effective in solving these issues? 2010 Project by: Alice Mutumba Student No: 05038460 CONTENTS PAGE 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Summary The perception that gang culture in relation to youth crime is growing in the UK is intensified by the media‚ it is very rare to read a daily paper these days without coming across some mention of gang related crime. In order to understand

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    Language in the U. S. Michele Hoard ENG 122 Instructor Nelly Aguilar March 7‚ 2011 English‚ the Official Language in the U. S. The researcher stated that English is now the official language in the United States. There are documents that discuss the importance of an official language in America‚ which supports this statement. In this research there are further details about English as the Official Language in the U. S. and how language can unite people in society‚ it can be universal

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    THE GANGS OF NEW YORK‚ written by Herbert Asbury‚ was used as the basis for the movie GANGS of NEW YORK‚ a gangster film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Leonardo DiCaprio. Filmed in Rome‚ Gangs covers a period of New York City’s history‚ from the 1840’s through to the bloody Draft Riots of 1863‚ at a time when graft and corruption permeated every level of government including the police department. The movie’s main plot revolves around revenge and the feuding between

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    Unlikely Heroes Sometimes a hero doesn’t have to be brave‚ strong‚ or even handsome. Bilbo Baggins and Santiago are perfect examples of unlikely heroes because‚ they are neither strong nor well known by many people. The only thing that actually matters about heroes are their actions. Little Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who is half our height but smaller than a dwarf. Bilbo is very orderly and likes to have everything planned out for the following days so he knows what he has to do around his neat

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    narrative data on the note cards‚ the less temptation to read. Introduction 1. Attention: I wonder how many of us came to class tonight a wondering whether or not we would make it home safely? Most of us are not usually preoccupied with these type thoughts. But did you know that during the past 14 months 27 people have been seriously injured and 4 have been killed within one block of where you are sitting right now? 2. Personal Introduction: Good Evening

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    while the other raises a family? Some researchers have concluded that it is in your genetic makeup. From the beginning of your life it’s already decided if you will be a law respecting citizen. Though you can’t deny the importance of the environment you were raised in. A majority of people currently imprisoned is there largely because of social situations they experienced as a child. The prison situation in the United States is a growing problem. "Within five years (1986-1991) the prison percentage

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    To begin describing my unlikely hero’s we first have to ask ourselves what makes a hero. Is it always a big‚ strong alpha male with a square jaw and cocky attitude? I hardly think so. I feel that a hero is someone who puts others needs in front of their own to complete whatever task is set before them‚ even though they may have to give their life in the process‚ they keep going. Once in a while you come across a story where the hero not only does not fit into the stereotypical hero status but is

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    utilize my skills that will contribute to corporate goals. Education York College City University‚ Queens NY Bachelor of Arts in Psychology New York City Technical College Brooklyn NY Associate of Arts Experience Administration for Children ’s Services Office of Pre-Placement Services- New Y ork‚NY January 2005Performed children services and assist promoting the welfare of children. Completed periodic standardized forms‚ by complying with agency regulations. Maintain the physical safety

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    Criminal Investigation What It Takes To Become A Successful Investigator Mid-Term Essay Exam Criminal investigation is a very tedious job‚ becoming an investigator shouldn’t be just based on experience‚ there is so much more to the practice. Investigators should have a certain type of personality‚ also their mental state will come into play‚ so will the ability to inquire about information and then knowing how to use the information that has been provided. Investigators greatest weapon

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