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The Hood Saves The Hood

March 13, 2009 Front Page 1 Comment

If there is violence going on in your community there are ways to get involved to be part of the solution.  Like what Ashel does in Oakland, you can do that in your community too.

Email: theleague@99problems.org to get help getting started! Peace and love.

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  1. Bullrun says:

    I agree that gang violence is getting out of hand. Even though it is on a decline, it is still a big problem. A big way to fix it is definitely by having the “hood saving the hood.” WE all need to be aware and make a change for the better.

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