Assembly Bill No. 4 arrived in Nevada’s Legislature framed as a sweeping public-safety measure, one meant to respond to concerns about rising disorder in the state’s most heavily trafficked corridors. It stretches sixty-eight pages and touches nearly every corner of the criminal code, creating new felonies, elevating penalties for old ones, and authorizing a series… Continue reading Valley Divided
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14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, was framed as a monumental step toward equality in the aftermath of the Civil War. Sold to the public as a safeguard for the rights of formerly enslaved people, it promised citizenship, due process, and equal protection under the law. However, the reality of its application tells a different… Continue reading 14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
The tragic death of Brandon Durham in Las Vegas has cast a harsh spotlight on law enforcement practices and the accountability mechanisms designed to govern their use of force. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of November 12, 2024, represents not only the 13th officer-involved shooting this year but also the eighth fatal… Continue reading LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
Tyranny or Safety?
In recent years, the use of military-grade equipment by local law enforcement agencies in the United States has sparked a significant debate. At the heart of this discussion is Program 1033, a federal initiative that allows the transfer of surplus military equipment to local police departments across the country. While proponents argue that the program… Continue reading Tyranny or Safety?
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