Richmond Youth, Community Speak Up for Their School

Published on Thursday, October 29, 2009
Last updated on 09:33PM, Friday, October 30, 2009

Richmond High School Rally

At a press conference held in Richmond CA on Oct. 28, youth workers, young people and local politicians reflect on the recent gang rape at Richmond High School.

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Story Features

"Rumor has it that the teens were reporting the rape, just not to the authorities."

"Kids are confusing friendship with 'fearship" -- relationships based on intimidation and control."

"Now people are looking at Richmond high as a dangerous place and it's actually been improving."