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

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

The Promise From LV Community of Hope

LV Community of Hope and The Promise are two organizations that have teamed up to help the unhoused community in Las Vegas. The founder of LV Community of Hope, Ahlam Hamdan, initiated the Mutual Aid project after volunteering with New Leaf Community in 2020. Ahlam was inspired by the idea of bringing people together to… Continue reading The Promise From LV Community of Hope