Criticism
Boyle and Homeboy Industries has received criticism, especially from law enforcement in Los Angeles. Accusations of glorifying gang life and harboring criminals have been made in the past. However, many law enforcement and government officials, including Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca, LAPD Chief Charlie Beck, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and former First Lady Laura Bush have praised Homeboy Industries' success.
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