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Two words that can get you life in prison; Prosecutors are labeling more people as gang members. Congress considers if it should take similar measures.(FEATURE)

Colorlines Magazine

| November 01, 2008 | Jayadev, Raj | COPYRIGHT 2008 Color Lines Magazine. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

BEFORE REBECCA RIVERA ENTERED the California courtroom to hear if her son, Joshua Herrera, was going to face a life sentence in prison, she gathered with 40 or so supporters, who were bustling with nervous tension.

"I talked to Joshua last night," she said, "and he wanted us all to know that whatever happens in there--he is coming home." She began to weep, then collected herself and walked into court.

Rivera had done everything a mother could do to prevent her son from receiving a life sentence. She had brought his story to politicians, students, church congregations and biker clubs. She had organized marches, rallies and press conferences, and she had ...

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