Peter Thomas, also known as Farmer Pete, is a passionate educator and community activist who has made a significant impact in the field of gardening education. As an advocate for sustainable living and environmental conservation, Farmer Pete has devoted his life to creating holistic spaces for children to learn about gardening and cultivate a love… Continue reading A Desert Green Revolution
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Emotional Toll of US Immigration
Entering a new country as an immigrant is a dream that many hold in their hearts, but the reality of this dream can often be a harsh and difficult process. The legal procedures of obtaining a visa or citizenship can be a prolonged and unpredictable journey that takes its toll on the mental health of… Continue reading Emotional Toll of US Immigration
Undermining Security Culture
Infiltration is a tactic that has been used for centuries by governments, military organizations, and other groups to gather information, disrupt the activities of perceived threats or rivals, and influence public opinion. It involves entering a group or organization covertly or under false pretenses to gather information or influence the group’s activities. As a protestor,… Continue reading Undermining Security Culture
LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
The roots of the police force in the United States can be traced back to slave patrols, which were formed in the early 18th century to help enforce slavery and maintain the social order in the Southern states. These patrols were responsible for tracking down and capturing runaway slaves, as well as suppressing slave revolts… Continue reading From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
Harmful Consequences Of A Growing Market
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
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
Strong Bonds Lead To Change
Two community organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada, are working to improve the lives of underrepresented communities on the East Side and promote environmental sustainability. The Fifth Sun Project and The Solidarity Fridge are separate organizations that are focused on these issues in the East Side community. The Fifth Sun Project was founded by a group… Continue reading Strong Bonds Lead To Change
Love and Service in the City of Lights
Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada have long struggled with unhoused communities, with an estimated 6,000 unhoused individuals in Clark County as of the 2020 Point-in-Time Count. This number is likely to be an undercount, as it only includes individuals who were visible on the streets or in shelters on a single night in January. The… Continue reading Love and Service in the City of Lights
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
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