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Border wall threatens historical sites
According to the National Park Service, 17 archaeological sites are in danger of being partially destroyed by Trump’s border wall construction. According to The New York Times, “Natural and cultural resources in the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, 517 square miles of mountain ranges and desert land, would be put at risk from the building of the wall, the park service determined in a remarkable report that raised questions about one of the president’s most cherished policy initiatives.” The Old Salt Trail and Quitobaquito Springs are two of the historical sites that are endangered by the construction plans. Artifacts related to civilizations dating back 16,000 years have been found throughout the area.
School shooting outfits cause outrage
Bstroy, a New York street wear company, released hoodies last week that have sparked outrage from the survivors of school shootings. According to The New York Times, “The backlash began immediately after the company posted photos on Instagram of the bullet-holeriddled hoodies with the names of schools where dozens of students have died in mass shootings: Columbine, Sandy Hook, Marjory Stoneman Douglas and Virginia Tech.” The company has not responded to the outrage.
New Mexico plans free college for residents
Last Wednesday, the government of New Mexico announced a plan to waive tuition fees for all state residents, regardless of socioeconomic status, at public state colleges and universities. According to The New York Times, the proposed program “requires legislative approval [and] would apply to all 29 of the state’s two and four year public institutions. One of the poorest states in the country, New Mexico plans to use climbing revenues from oil production to pay for much of the costs.” Officials believe this plan will reduce the dropout rate.
