>>But something else was stronger. Peer influence? Public schools? Rap music? Whatever it was, he’s dead.
After teaching 3 years in a 99% black HS, I can say that it’s a lack of a father. My brother in law is black (my sister is white) and he is simply an awesome guy. His father and mother are still married and instilled in him the values that made him the successful father he is today.
The black males that have no father that I taught are listless and looking for SOME male figure to adhere to. Most of them choose whatever rapper is famous at the time because of rap’s false masculinity. Rap tries to act like a man, but a masculine man marries, cares for his kids, and loves his wife.
It’s sad that people can’t see this as vividly as I can.
“a masculine man marries, cares for his kids, and loves his wife.”
Well said.