matt, this is my opinion. we all need to wake the fuck up and simply understand and concede that there are major problems within the black community, and not feel ashamed or guilty of racsism by saying it. that is just a fact. i guess we can argue all day as to the cause of the problems and the solutions but first we need to realize and except there is a problem. so lets quit defending there is a problem. thats the impression i get from this thread, if im wrong then disregard this post.
as far as locking doors, what does make one feel safe? we cant drive around in armoured cars, the gas would be too much. so locking doors is a simple line of defense yes, but its basically all you have.