Mano Dura: The Politics of Gang Control in El Salvador

Synopsis

Examines The Ways In Which The Ruling Arena Party In El Salvador Used Gang Violence To Solidify Political Power In The Hands Of The Elite Culminating In Draconian Iron Fist Antigang Policiers That Undermine Human Rights While Ultimately Doing Little Good To Address The Roots Of Gang Membership. --from Publisher Description. Power, Politics, And Exclusion -- Mano Dura -- Creating Folk Devils -- Contesting Mano Dura -- Peer Rehabilitation And Empowerment -- Reason, Religion, And Loving Kindness -- Conclusion. Sonja Wolf. Includes Bibliographical References (pages [275]-289) And Index.