I think the whole point of your post was missed by many. You can not blame the gang problems on single parents or on anyone issue. It's hard to say where it comes from. Kids learn a lot when they are younger, but then many murders and stuff come from loving homes. I believe kids don't know the value of life. I believe parents who notice their child has taken an intreast in guns and shooting, should in role them in a gun safety corse. Also should take them to shooting spots and maybe even hunting or fishing. Give them an out look...away to realse themselves.
Some of you may say thats like teaching a killer how to kill, the way I see it...is you giving the knowledge that guns are ment to kill and are a weapon. That they are not a toy, your letting them set the sights and kill something rather then the 4 year old.
If there is not money in the family to do this, or its just not simpley possible. Then I believe this is where cities need things like community reads, where you read to younger children. This is where a parent need to spend 3 hours a day with their child, doing something other then watching T.V. or playing video games, but taking them to the park. To a play... reading to them. Making game night. ... even poor parents can be there for their child.
I am not trying to blame parents. I am saying this is where you need to step up and so should the community as a whole. A lot of these kids are angry, a lot them have no where else to turn to. If there was someone there for them, pushing them... being there, these problems would not exist. I believe even if your a single parent, you can find time for your child.