As the use of non-lethal or “less lethal” weapons becomes increasingly popular among law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world, it is important to examine the potential harms and consequences of these weapons. While they are often marketed as a way to control crowds or subdue individuals without causing fatalities, there have been numerous… Continue reading Harmful Consequences Of A Growing Market
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Colonizing The West From Indigenous People
The indigenous people of the west, what is now known as Nevada, and other states have always had a rich and diverse history that stretches back millennia. There are several tribes that have called Nevada home for centuries, including the Northern Paiute, Western Shoshone, Mohave, and Southern Paiute, among others. These tribes have a deep… Continue reading Colonizing The West From Indigenous People
Holiday Season Reminder: The Dark Legacy Behind the Doctrine of Discovery
The Doctrine of Christian Discovery, was a legal principle used by European powers during the 15th and 16th centuries to justify the colonization of land inhabited by indigenous peoples. This doctrine was based on the belief that Christian European nations had the right to claim any lands that were not inhabited by Christians, and that… Continue reading Holiday Season Reminder: The Dark Legacy Behind the Doctrine of Discovery
From Tragedy to Influence: The Legacy of the Mountain Meadows Massacre and Mormon Influence in Las Vegas
The Mountain Meadows massacre was a shocking and tragic event that took place in southern Utah in 1857. It was a mass murder of around 120 emigrants traveling through the Mountain Meadows, who were mostly families from Arkansas. The attack was carried out by a group of Mormon militia, it is believed that its motivating… Continue reading From Tragedy to Influence: The Legacy of the Mountain Meadows Massacre and Mormon Influence in Las Vegas
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