The article was an unfair generalization of an entire
group of people, devoid of any substantial mention of the
culture’s many redeeming qualities. Yes, there are gang
issues associated with the culture in Utah. No, that is not the
“norm” for Polynesian families, here or elsewhere. The truth is,
most Polynesian families in Utah live the “acclimated” lives of
their white counterparts. Husbands and wives work steady jobs,
children pursue higher education, and the majority does all of this
without involvement in gangs.
“Dazed and
Amazed”
Provo Daily Herald
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