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The perceived thrill of gang life can be hard to resist. consequences can last a lifetime

Tommy Shakur Ross grew up in South Central Los Angles in the 1980’s. As a boy, he was seduced by what he saw as the β€œglamour” of gang life. Thirty years later, Shakur is still paying the price for giving his most to a gang that ultimately brought the kind of fame he wishes he’d never earned.

Thanks to Tommy Shakur Ross for telling his story. The excerpt from Larry Davis’s book, β€œAmerica’s Conduct: Inner City Escort” was read by Joshua Burton. Additional music in this episode was provided by Jeff Atkins, who is also incarcerated at San Quentin.

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