Gang Activity and Purpose
Most gangs in the United States are formed with some type of intention. Gangs such as Latin Kings and the Bloods say they represent "brotherhood" and unity. Police say 80% of crimes throughout the country are committed by gang members. Although most gangs started in major cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami and New York City, they migrated to other U.S. cities such as Atlanta, Memphis, Orlando, Houston and Detroit after becoming more sophisticated and powerful.
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—Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–1882)
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