https://www.chicagoreporter.com/another-life-docu-series-portrays-the-trauma-of-gun-violence/ Investigating race and poverty since 1972 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 20:13:10 +0000 hourly 1 https://www.chicagoreporter.com/another-life-docu-series-portrays-the-trauma-of-gun-violence/#comment-11895 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:57:00 +0000 http://www.chicagoreporter.com/?p=1345132#comment-11895 From reading this article, the author fails to mention one of the foundational issues that directly relates to the levels of violence seen today in many (not all) black communities whether in South LA, Baltimore, NY, or Chicago. That single issue – most important of all issues, in my opinion – is the breakdown of the black family structure and the high level of single-parent families. If I were the author, I would certainly included that issue in an effort to bring a more balanced presentation to the public view. As it stands, the blame is nearly completely piled on government and the outside world. Personal responsibility must play a role if the black community is to achieve its true potential – which is considerable. Heal the families and you will heal much of the violence.

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