Chapter
The Path to Gang Membership
34:05 - 39:09 (05:04)
The process of becoming a gang member can vary greatly between countries and regions, with some requiring new members to commit violent acts and others starting with simple tasks. These differences impact the sense of community within the gang and contribute to its overall identity.
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Gangs in countries with high costs to being a violent gang, such as the US, don't require new members to commit murders or violent acts immediately.
34:05 - 38:00 (03:54)
Summary
Gangs in countries with high costs to being a violent gang, such as the US, don't require new members to commit murders or violent acts immediately. Instead, new members may start with basic tasks like messaging and gradually escalate, which helps draw them into the gang's community.
ChapterThe Path to Gang Membership
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
Leaving gangs in smaller spaces such as El Salvador can be particularly difficult due to the tight-knit circles and the possibility of being unable to fully escape their reach, leading many to seek asylum in the United States.
38:00 - 39:09 (01:09)
Summary
Leaving gangs in smaller spaces such as El Salvador can be particularly difficult due to the tight-knit circles and the possibility of being unable to fully escape their reach, leading many to seek asylum in the United States.