The Black "Struggle" in America

Some african americans are born into struggling situations, like in the hood, in poverty, etc. This can sometimes lead to gang violence, drugs, etc. Statistics of crime by race and location don't lie.

I was born in the ghetto, like the real ghetto. My parents and I lived in a roof, surrounded by a gang ridden city. Gunshots heard every night, drug dealers around every corner. My parents decided enough is enough and we moved to another state for a better future for me and my sister. Easier said than done.

It isn't easy to move out as it requires money to move and relocate and it can be costly, so they saved up over a course of a year or 2.

Basically, I'm leading up to this statement: There's no fucking excuse to pursue a voilent lifestyle, there are ways to overcome and leave. It requires investment and sacrifices in time and money. It's sad because many kids born into this gang lifestyle can't escape from it because it's all they know. There's some people that want to leave that lifestyle but can't because they are afraid of the outside world or are intimidated by the obstacles they must face. It's not impossible...