MS-13: The Rise of an American Gang
Description
In this thesis, I trace the history of the Salvadoran-American gang Mara Salvatrucha, also known as MS-13. I argue that the blame for MS-13 does not lie on immigrants and youth making bad choices, but rather that United States government policy is to blame for the formation and growth of MS-13. In order to argue this point, I analyze US policy including mass incarceration, policing, deportation, and involvement in El Salvador.
Date Created
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2022-05
Agent
- Author (aut): Escobar, Antonio
- Thesis director: Bynum, Katherine
- Committee member: Avina, Alexander
- Contributor (ctb): Barrett, The Honors College
- Contributor (ctb): Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies, Sch