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This paper discusses the sport of illegal street racing which, although seen by many as a dangerous and harmful activity is actually full of custom, tradition, and history. It shakes off the stereotype of street racing as just another juvenile crime group by showing that the majority of participants are in fact employed full-time, generally as mechanics, or in other trades such as carpentry, boiler making or shop fitting while others tend to be in full-time education, either at high school or ay local universities. It shows how although 18- to 25-year-olds make up the core the illegal street racing culture, the trend cuts across all races, as well as both genders and how it provides a drug-free and violence free society to compete in, while still earning respect from their peers.

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"The street racing sub-culture draws its main interest, however, due to two elements which also exist in the mainstream culture, those of masculinity, and the symbol of the car. Various sociological and criminological authors have discussed this link. Australian sociologist Rob White, in his book No Space of Their Own, focuses on the way in which, for many men, "the car becomes indelibly stamped into their consciousness as a key symbol of masculinity" (1990, 124-25). Criminologist Chris Cunneen (1985, 85) claims that the relationship is one of power, arguing, ?There is a necessity in seeing the way cars and motorbikes are symbolic objects of masculine power."

Tags:race, employment, cars, society, danger

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This paper examined the issue of illegal street racing by teenagers, such act as dangerous as it is, continues to gain popularity among inner city as well as suburban youths. A case study was examined to see the details of such problem

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This paper begins with a definition of the rules of street racing. It then examines the sociological aspects of this illegal pastime, especially its appeal to inner-city adolescent boys. The paper then discusses a police report on an event involving street, or drag, racing. Finally, the paper examines the steps taken by law enforcement agencies to curb this dangerous sport.

From the Paper
"The problem of illegal street racing is more common in the inner cities, although kids in suburban neighborhoods do also engage in such sport. For the most part, inner city kids are more likely to engage in such activities than other groups. School age children in the inner cities often are unable to find many other activities and services in their neighborhoods. According to studies, "The illegal street racing sport is more prevalent in African American neighborhoods, under a climate of isolation, the underclass youth evolve new attitudes, behaviors and practices which further marginalize their neighborhoods". {Douglas Massey and Nancy Denton. 1994}"

Tags:drag, racer, Highway, Patrol, juvenile

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This paper examines how street racing has existed for generations and how it was most likely James Dean in "Rebel Without a Cause" that spurred American youth onto the streets for nighttime drag racing, creating a cult that lives on among today's youth. It looks at how street racing is found in every city and town across the country and how the consequences can often prove fatal for many youths. It also discusses attempts by the police and lawmakers to curb illegal street racing.

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"In the 1940's bored teenagers began making their own cars from frames of 1920's and 1930's Fords and Chevys and started racing along the dry lakes of Southern California(Street pg). The vintage gangster mobiles were the first proven formula cars, especially Fords and Chevys and especially the "32 Fords with the first V-8 engine (Street pg)." Then street racing began to take over city blocks, however, the police turned an eye, it was considered harmless, unlawful, but harmless (Street pg). By the 1950's street racing teams had formed, collaborating on one high performance car, the engine bored and stroked with headers and Mallory ignitions (Street pg). Across America, stoplights became the unofficial street racing launch pads, and police began cracking down and making arrests (Street pg)."

Tags:cars, drag, cult

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A drag race is an acceleration contest from a standing start between two vehicles over a measured distance, which emerged in the 1940s in Southern California. NHRA or National Hot Rod Association was founded in 1951 to cut down illegal street racing and to introduced safety rules and performance in racing.

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This paper presents a look at the positive side of street racing. While popular opinion is that street racing has no redeeming value there are certain elements that are positive about the hobby.

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This paper discusses the increasing incidence of teenage street racing. It looks at the positive correlation between the increased amount of teenage racing and the prevalence of related movies and video games. The paper then discusses possible solutions to the problem, including the effectiveness of education and awareness as preventative measures.

From the Paper
"As teenagers continue to seek new avenues for excitement and expending energy, racing can be viewed as both a blessing and a curse. The determining factor is distinguishing between the two is the environment the driver races in. In too many cases, teenagers are killed or injured when attempting to street race or perform maneuvers such as drifting. Even experiences racers such as Nick Bollea are not immune to the dangers of street racing and the unforeseen driving conditions that can be present. However, in controlled, safe environments teenagers have proven that racing can be a fun and exciting extracurricular activity. As teenagers are conditioned to feel internal pressures adults tend to forget, racing can be viewed as an outlet for some of the tension that can be kept inside. Finally, while dangerous activities are frowned upon, safe venues should be used to keep teenagers off the streets, out of jails, and most importantly, alive."

Tags:driver, vehicle, recklessness, police, education

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In this paper, the Hispanic feminism of Cisneros' The House on Mango Street has been analyzed in the main character, Esperanza. Through a critical analysis, the feminine identity here is the ability for women to internalize and reflect a unified feminist identity that can be attributed to race, but on a level that seeks a deeper meaning for women of all cultural identities. This is how these novel applies a first person narrative of young woman's on a journey into adulthood.

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Tags:mango, street, feminist

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This paper discusses how formula one racing is significant because of its appeal throughout the Western world. It looks at how the races occur around the world in countries as varied as the United States, Canada, France, and Monaco and how consequently, these races, also known as Grand Prix races, are internationally popular because of the possibility of rooting for one national hero of the sport.

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"Any rising popularity of automobile racing in the world today must, of course, pay homage to the form of that race that is recognized to be one of the most refined and esteemed, the Formula One race. Formula One racing is a type of automobile racing that has a century long tradition and history. It is a race form that has developed over the decades to contain elaborate and formal rules and regulations that govern the operation of the races. However, despite these bureaucratic niceties, Formula One racing remains one of the most popular forms of racing in the world today. Formula One racing is significant because of its appeal throughout the Western world. "

Tags:formula, one, racing

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In this article, the writer studies race riots and alcohol addiction and gambling as a part of organized crime within Chicago. The writer points out that political corruption and instability that marked the era of 1920s in Chicago can be studied through the different events that took place during that time. The writer then mentions that Chicago history records such events as a railroad strike on Halsted Street in Chicago, Illinois, the workers' protest against meager wages by the U.S. labor board and some race riots to mention a few. Further, the writer discusses the affects of prohibition in Chicago, as this was intended to bring about economic improvement and a reduction in crime, which did not actually happen.

Outline:
Race Riots in Chicago
Alcohol Addiction
Organized Crimes in Chicago
Bibliography

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"While it would be wrong to classify Chicago as a crime-ridden city now, still for some odd reason, this city has become a symbol of organized crime. The era of 1920s brought a seriously bad name to the city which means that when we mention Chicago, somehow the images of machine guns rattling on the streets pop up in our minds. Corrupt politicians, bootleggers and notorious gangsters found this city as a haven for crime activities and it came to be known as the Capone's Chicago because of increased activities in organized crime. But while this city was infested with crime, at the same time, people were also struggling to free their beloved city of the problems transplanted by the Sicilian Mafia. Another major reason why crime rates and other illegal activities escalated was the fact that many youngsters found it a safe haven to get what they wanted including drugs, brothels and gambling activities."

Tags:riots, corruption, illegal, activities