Violent Crime and Video Games 

The relation of violent crime today's society with video games is exaggerated more than ever before. As video game images become increasingly more realistic and graphic, people are beginning to make more and more assumptions that violent video games are causing violent crimes. Most would say that there is a link between the violence depicted in those games and violence in real life but I disagree to a certain point. The way I look at it is in order for a person to turn a video game into a real life scenario they must have sustaining mental issues. I do agree with the fact that a violent video game could be a trigger to a demented person's mind when it comes to violent wants or thoughts. Violent video games are known for causing a person to become almost "numb" to violence, giving the player an obtuse outlook on violent crimes. The main issue I disagree upon when it comes to violent video games would be people blaming mental issues and crimes on a stupid video game, of course that may contribute, but to me there is no way that a video game can cause someone to commit a seriously violent act such as murder. 

People Against Violent Crime

"Every 3 ½ minutes, a violent crime occurs in Texas. In each instance, at least one person is a victim that needs assistance and guidance through the process of victimization and the criminal justice system", that is the first sentence on the PAVC (People Against Violent Crime) website.  PAVC is a non-profit organization in Texas that's mission is to make sure that the rights of all Texas crime victims are accepted according to the Texas Crime Victims' Bill of Rights and to also coordinate with the proper victim service providers, law enforcement agencies and criminal justice agencies in order to help make certain that the proper resources are available to all people victimized by crime. When the found of PAVC, Nelly Myers, daughter was murdered in 1979 Nell committed herself to making a difference in the lives of crime victims across the state.  I personally feel that every state should have a foundation like the PAVC, it's a perfect example of citizens having each others backs and making sure everyone is treated properly in  Violent Crime cases. With more foundations such as PAVC it would be easier for citizens all over the country to get the justice and protection they deserve. 

"Don't follow the path. Go where there is no path and begin the trail. When you start a new trail equipped with courage, strength and conviction, the only thing that can stop you is you!" 

Ruby Bridges, Civil Rights Pioneer