... two dominant themes that play an important role in the book. The first theme is the structural conditions that impact and marginalize these women and men on a daily basis. The second theme is the search for respect and the reclaiming of dignity by these men and women. Through these themes Bourgois (2002:17) portrays that the people living in El Barrio are known to blame the ... to poverty. For example, as stated by a philanthropic aid society, "Basic requirements for even minimal living [are] lacking the looting of water pipes, radiators, toilets, and bathtubs- (Bourgois, 66) There are ...

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... result has been the creation of an unnecessary class of lawbreakers. Current legal drugs such as alcohol and tobacco have a far worse effect on the body than marijuana. No evidence exists that anyone has ever died of a marijuana overdose. Tests performed on mice have shown that the ratio of cannabinoids (the chemicals in marijuana that make you stoned) necessary for ... remains scarce for all people, women today experience more barriers to treatment than men. Women's use of and relationship to drugs is often affected by their experiences with domestic violence and their responsibilities...

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