Gang Leader for a Day: A Rogue Sociologist Takes to the Streets

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by Sudhir Venkatesh

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How relevant could it be now? How relevant could it have been when it was first published, in 2008. It had been almost twenty years since he had first encountered the gang? I have read that one reason for a large amount of shootings in Chicago is because gang culture has changed. It has been almost thirty years now. Did anybody vet him?
Jay Mahannah It's as relevant today as it ever was. Look at community police relations and you will see why Black Lives Matter exists. These stories detail the dis…moreIt's as relevant today as it ever was. Look at community police relations and you will see why Black Lives Matter exists. These stories detail the disconnect between parts of America where some trust government and some mistrust. If people want to understand each other instead of race-bashing, it starts with a willingness to understand. Sudhir's example of humility and JT's earnest desire to matter are relevant today. (less)
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