Other - Cultures & Groups - July 2006

Having just read an article entitled 'Gangs', I couldn't help but feel shocked and, quite frankly, disgusted at some points discussed. I just wondered if there was anyone else out there who felt the same as me; ‘taken aback’ or ‘not surprised’ on some points raised?

*Young people may choose to join groups or simply become associated with them because of the estate they live on, or through family and friends.

*Gang members are significantly more likely than non-group members to be involved in crime, take drugs or carry weapon.

*The perceived glamour and rewards of the “gangsta” lifestyle act as a magnet for some disaffected pupil; not one of the gang members in one Manchester study had completed formal education.

*While some young people are attracted to the perceived glamour of the gangsta lifestyle, many more joining for the safety and sense of belonging.

*According to a Home Office study, almost half comprise a mixture of boys and girls, and one in 10 gang members are part of a group composed mostly, or entirely, of females. It is becoming increasingly common for women to be the perpetrators of violence.

*Other features of gang membership may include a common dress code and slang and initiation rituals, although these are more common in the US than in Britain.

2006-07-03 05:24:28 · 13 answers · asked by poppy-dayz 2

Having just read an article entitled 'Gangs', I couldn't help but feel shocked and, quite frankly, disgusted at some points discussed. First off, the term ‘gang’ has been thrown about in the media so much that it is a word that associates with the demonstration of negative and/or socially unacceptable behavior and conjures images of extremely defiant individuals. I wondered what the general public thought?

2006-07-03 05:22:14 · 3 answers · asked by poppy-dayz 2

i am a 22 yrs old guy,I had a lover of the same age .She was a M.B.B.S. student. her father fixed her marriage with a 27yrs old M.B.B.S. GUY who is doing m.s. now.and going to mary her after 2 yrs. so that my lover has stopped even talking to me.She says do whatever possible you can and if i got married to you then i'll be able to continue this relationship with you.

2006-07-03 04:54:09 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-03 04:47:19 · 31 answers · asked by dylan w 1

If you have you probably hate him like I do. He's hanging around Tunbridge Wells now if any1's interested.

2006-07-03 04:42:39 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im in the USA . Southern CA

2006-07-03 04:42:29 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous

I used to be a goth, totally into the life/deathstyle, listening to the most obscure bands and totally convinced I was unique, cool and not bothered about anyone's opinion of it. I grew up. Below is what I have against current Goths and all, but I might be wrong. I am wondering if anyone can change or strengthen my opinion? And if you think I'm an uncool repressive stuck-up oldie, try 'n go past that for for a bit.

(1) "Alternative" music nowadays is all fake, marketing and rip-offs. Since grunge, no real music style appeared on the guitar scene and the kids now are simple copycats. So are the bands. Listen to music from the 80s and 90s, compare it.
(2) Ripped jeans, trenchcoats and Dr Martens are all passé. It used to be a statement against the order, the normal. Now they're fashionista accessories. It's not just unoriginal, it's bloody conservative.
(3) Lastly, why are Goths almost always so 'open-minded' about gay/lesbian experiences.. Like you're uncool to be straight?

2006-07-03 04:26:39 · 4 answers · asked by McAtterie 6

2006-07-03 04:21:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've seen the most horrible thing. Girls with ribs ahowing in bikinis. Their pelvic bones putruding! Why are women doing this to themselves?

2006-07-03 04:13:29 · 12 answers · asked by strawberrysudha 2

What's up with the Emo's looking like half gothic / retro circa 1930's looks? That's the g*yest $#!t I ever heard!

2006-07-03 03:03:59 · 6 answers · asked by underpar 3

The ad goes on to say, "Teaching our white friends to dance since 1950."
If a white owned company made a statement like that, Jesse Jackson would be all over the country make a plea for blacks to boycott their product.
Why the hell doesn't the white race stick up for itself and retaliate like the blacks do?

2006-07-03 02:58:58 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am very VERY proud of my heritage (Irish) I was born and raised in the US. Okay so, my question is this, do Irish folks FROM Ireland consider us American born Irish as equals? Just curious because I read a lot of questions on here from people from Ireland, England etc that sound to me like there is NO respect for Americans, Irish lineage of not on that side of the pond?

2006-07-03 02:41:22 · 5 answers · asked by preciseonegirl28 3

are mostly arranged, and they dont date or live together as we in the west do. (most of them)
what worries me is how can a woman sleep with her husband for the first time when they have never even kissed or talked about sex or got intimate before they were married?
i have met lots of such couples during my travels in the 3rd world.
i am shocked, are you?

2006-07-03 01:35:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Also stop pissing off others who are learning the language at school? How many of you native English speakers have the ability to write in a foreign language? Be fair.

2006-07-03 01:19:15 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

Well im not necessarly one but I do hear a lot of stereotypical comments about them and it really seperated my school. What do you think about them?

2006-07-02 22:55:49 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-02 22:43:02 · 16 answers · asked by Laura Palmer 5

I dont believe him.

2006-07-02 22:01:55 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Here's another thing that annoys me. Since hip hop is so popular now, being a gang member is glamourous and it's cool to pop a cap at any mofo that pisses you off. Why have so many people jumped on this retarded band wagon of death?

2006-07-02 21:15:06 · 20 answers · asked by soleofsoul 3

2006-07-02 21:09:58 · 8 answers · asked by Cosmo 3

2006-07-02 21:02:04 · 12 answers · asked by NVMLPeeON 1

2006-07-02 21:01:41 · 26 answers · asked by yellagurlnaca 2

if so then i guess that's what i am. there's no way i would like to be anything other race....

2006-07-02 20:38:49 · 23 answers · asked by chancejty98 1

Has anyone been to Jail? what was your experiance?

2006-07-02 20:29:19 · 10 answers · asked by Jonathan I 1

2006-07-02 20:23:53 · 9 answers · asked by killerballs33 1

2006-07-02 20:12:55 · 10 answers · asked by she 3

2006-07-02 20:02:46 · 14 answers · asked by MamaElf 2

if its true then maybe thats why they are always so ******* happy i wish i was given drugs to go to work it would make it all worthwill

2006-07-02 20:02:42 · 6 answers · asked by hoopersalive 1

2006-07-02 18:41:59 · 28 answers · asked by gr8leaf 3

2006-07-02 18:32:55 · 5 answers · asked by tony g 1

who think they just have it worse than just about everyone. tell me your story.

2006-07-02 18:16:51 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous