Youth Crime and Parental Responsibility

This chapter examines the troubling rise of carjackings involving minors, specifically spotlighting the 'Kia boys' phenomenon in Milwaukee. It discusses the implications of parental responsibility and societal perceptions of race and economic status in connection to youth crime, as well as the complexities of the criminal justice system's approach to rehabilitation. Additionally, the conversation touches on homelessness, the support systems available, and contrasting attitudes towards assistance among homeless individuals.