[Dan Evans]

I didn't read the whole article. Does he suggest we can do anything about this or do we have to sell our TVs and move to a cabin in Montana?

[PurVirgo]

Well, he does suggest homeschooling your kids (I intend to, that is, if it's still legal to do so when I have them).

I personally suggest ditching the TV and reading news and current events on FR, personally ;)

[liberty or death]

Do we need him to give us the solution ?
I have four teen boys and none of them listen to,dress like or act like black gangster rappers. Why ?
Because the first time the oldest tried to buy a pair of baggie pants the answer was NO and it was explained to him while the rest of his brothers could hear, all the reasons why.
This was 12 years ago and they all have respect for their elders and pretty good taste in music.
The answer is simply this. Don't let the problem start.
If it has already started then grab your boy by the scruff, let him know you love him and you will not allow him to self destruct. This will also require time with the kids and not for you and your friends.
We chose to be parents, so be parents.
God Bless and go to it.