Roger Quintana

In the following viewpoint, Roger Quintana asserts that the police and the community, particularly parents, need to work together to reduce gang violence. He argues that suppression efforts—such as targeting and arresting gang members—should be left to law enforcement. However, Quintana contends, the police, schools, government agencies, and citizens can cooperate in intervention and prevention strategies to dissuade children from joining gangs. According to Quintana, parents also can help keep their children out of gangs by teaching positive values. Quintana is a youth crime prevention specialist in Boise, Idaho.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What is “tough love,” as defined by Quintana?
2. According to Quintana, when is the most critical time of day for children?
3. What two rules should...