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Old 07-13-2014, 09:48 PM
 
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I'm up for promotion and will possibly be relocating from Northern VA to Phoenix. Of course I'm putting in extensive research before I make a decision and I see lots of stuff about the area that appeals to me. However one theme stands out to me. Gangs and racist groups seem prevelant in the area. I'm black, my wife is white and we have two boys 6 and 3 years old. I know racism exists everywhere and I am politically fairly conservative and not thin skinned or hypersensitive but some of the stuff I have seen is a bit disturbing. I don't want to move my family to a place to be a target of violence or hatred. I grew up in the deep south but the issues I've seen on the net make me wary of Arizona in general so I figured I'd ask the experts who actually live there. Is it really that prevelant or am I falling victim to google exaggeration. Any help would be appreciated.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:06 PM
 
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Gangs and racist groups seem prevelant in the area.
I'd love to know where you got the idea that gangs are prevalent in the Phoenix area. In certain areas, yes they exist. But prevalent? No way.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:14 PM
 
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I just googled Phoenix crime, gangs, and search terms like that and several different things popped up. I'm not trying to give offense just asking questions as I don't truly know. I know gangs are everywhere these days and I'm not expecting Utopia but I'd like to make an informed decision using the resources I have available. As I said I'm sorry if my post seems off base but I won't know unless I ask. Thanks.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:29 PM
 
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Google exaggeration.

Where is the new office located?

I see mixed race families every day; you definitely won't be an anomaly. While I can't speak for everyone, I don't know of anyone I've met since moving here that has a problem with families like yours. (And I guess we wouldn't be friends if they did!)
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:34 PM
 
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I think you found some google rabbit hole that is far from reality
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:35 PM
 
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Thanks for the reply. That's good to know. In the Phoenix Industrial park. I work in retail distribution its on s55th. Any info on housing and good schools. My son is a rising 1st grader.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:36 PM
 
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I think you found some google rabbit hole that is far from reality
I figured as much but wanted to ask. Thanks for the help.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:41 PM
 
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Disclaimer: I've only been here for 6 months and I actually live north of Phoenix...
...However, I feel confident in saying that I haven't stepped foot in a single place yet where that would be an issue.
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:41 PM
 
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South 55th Avenue?

What is the cross street - somewhere around Baseline?

If so, look into Goodyear - the schools North of I-10 on the whole rate better than south (Litchfield District v Avondale District), but typically aren't bad - could have a pretty easy non-freeway commute as well
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Old 07-13-2014, 10:42 PM
 
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I just googled Phoenix crime, gangs, and search terms like that and several different things popped up. I'm not trying to give offense just asking questions as I don't truly know. I know gangs are everywhere these days and I'm not expecting Utopia but I'd like to make an informed decision using the resources I have available. As I said I'm sorry if my post seems off base but I won't know unless I ask. Thanks.
Do a little more digging. At its best the east coast in general is a factor of 3 or 4 tmes as bad. Yes they exist. They can be a problem in local areas particularly of poor Hispanics. You planning on living in a poor Hispanic area?

Otherwise you never come across one anymore have a problem with it.

The only thing a mixed couple need to fear is conservatives...and they are much more prevalent in Phoenix than gangbangers. There is however a special out for Black conservatives.
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