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U.S. LEGAL SYSTEM
Illegal Drugs Essay
Instructions:
1. Go to web site www.publicagenda.org.
2. Go to the lower left of the page to Select and Issue. Scroll down and select the topic: Illegal Drugs.
3. Under Crime click on Discussion Guides.
4. On screen will appear THE PERSPECTIVES IN BRIEF. Go to the bottom and click on Perspectives in Detail.
5. Read each perspective and write a one-page essay: how should Illegal Drugs be dealt with in the United States?
6. One page, (I will not read anymore than one page) typed essay, double space, one inch margins, and #12 Times New Roman font.
7. Hints:
. Brief opening sentence (not more than 15 words) stating your position. Opening paragraph should mention the points the writer will make.
. Use paragraphs for each point.
. Avoid using "I"
. Do not use contractions.
. Watch the pronouns.
. Do not use "in conclusion"
. Proofread your paper before passing it in.
DUE: Friday, 12/5
STREET GANGS
Slide 1 Gang History
Street gangs have existed in cities for much of U.S. history.
However, gang violence has become much more serious:
Slide 2 What is a Gang
Gangs: People who form groups:
Slide 3 Gang Statistics
According to Department of Justice figures:
In the U.S. there are:
Gang members
Slide 4 Gang Make Up.
Of gangs is Hispanic
___ Of gangs are African American
___ Of gangs are Caucasian
___ Of gangs are Asian
____Of gangs are others.
Slide 5 Why do People Join Gangs.
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Slide 6 At-Risk Youth
Racism: When young people encounter personal or institutional racism:
Poverty: Young people living in poverty may get:
Slide 7 At Risk Youth
Racism: When young people encounter personal and institutional:
Poverty: Young people living in poverty may get the feeling:
Slide 8 At Risk Youth
Lack of a support network:
Media Influences: Before youth have established their own value system:
Slide 9 Gang Make up
Gangs usually have:
Gangs may also wear:
Gangs may communicate through:
Slide 10 Meaning of Graffiti
Gang graffiti accounts for:
Slide 11 Gangs and Crime:
Department of Justice rates gang crimes:
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