How did we suddenly become entranced with gangster culture? I saw it this morning on campus. When did the black community say we should all look like criminals?

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The quote suggests that the speaker is concerned about how some young people, especially in the Black community, have started embracing a "gangster" or criminal-looking style. The speaker questions when this trend became popular and asks if the Black community really wants people to look like criminals. The quote expresses the speaker's worry about this shift towards glorifying negative stereotypes.

About Tim Reid

Tim Reid is an acclaimed American actor, comedian, and film director best known for his roles in popular TV shows like WKRP in Cincinnati, Simon & Simon, and That ’70s Show. He is also the founder of the Legacy Media Institute, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting aspiring entertainment industry professionals.

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