VOCES

‘I Don’t Want to Be Vulnerable’

Clip: Special | 1m 18s  | Video has closed captioning.

Coming Soon to PBS: Victor Rios joined a gang shortly after having his head broken open by a baseball bat. Seeking physical protection in one of the poorest neighborhoods in Oakland, 14-year-old Rios asked to be jumped in. Rios’ story reveals what shorthand labels like “gang member” obscure.

Aired: 12/20/19

Rating: TV-14

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