Because terrorist organizations are the biggest suppliers of illegal drugs these days. The gangs buy these drugs for distribution in the US, and perhaps carry out deeds for the suppliers in exchange for lower prices or just the opportunity of buying. The profits feed terrorism--another reason for decriminalizing drugs.
The criminal gangs.
Irvin Kinnes has written: 'From urban street gangs to criminal empires' -- subject(s): Gangs
When American gangs were first made, over 90% were of African dissent, but now-a-day gangs include other races. interracial gangs include: LOB VIII
collectively
Americans taking illegal drugs.
Yes, if it involves assualt, vandalism, or violence-- which most gangs do.
juvenile, street, taggers, drug, posses, crews, stoners, terrorists, and salanic
The Native Americans
Gangs are typically organized groups that engage in criminal activities and often have a hierarchical structure, specific territories, and a strong sense of identity or loyalty among members. In contrast, groups can refer to any collection of individuals who come together for various purposes—social, recreational, or professional—without the inherent criminal element. While all gangs are groups, not all groups are gangs; the defining factor is the focus on illegal activities and often antisocial behavior within gangs.
are you asking "what do you call Japanese criminal gangs?" if so its yakuza
Drug dealing, extortion, murder and butchering the English language!
Gangs of the past were created as a form of civil disobedience and political resistance. Gangs such as the Businessmen, Avenues and Crips formed to fight the perceived oppression by society. Gangs now a days are more about drugs, turf and getting the girls. visit (lagangs dot us) for more information on this topic.