"Making an Impact"
Street crime is a common occurrence in most parts of the country. Whether it is vandalism, shoplifting, pick pocketing, or purse snatching, these types of crimes take up valuable time of law enforcement and courts. While juveniles cannot be totally blamed for such crimes, they account for a big share. Some municipalities have had to resort to curfews for juveniles, while others have had to hire extra law enforcement at peak times of the year. The problem with these juvenile crimes is that they are often gateway crimes. Young people get involved in crime and progress deeper into the lifestyle. If it is possible to intervene in this cycle, it may be possible to change a life, as well as the crime rate. Langston Hughes' "Thank You M'am" is a good example of such intervention. When Roger attempts to snatch Mrs. Jones' purse, she surprises him, and likely teaches him a lesson he will not forget. While there are people like Mrs. Jones who try to mentor children and......
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