Vandalism at Portales Islamic Center Sparks Debate Over Hate Crime label
The Portales Islamic Center suffered five vandalism incidents in June. Police say graffiti including racial slurs and KKK initials, punched doors, damaged carpets, and beer poured inside point to mischief by troubled teens rather than an organized hate group.
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Supreme Court blocks race conscious admissions nationwide
Elwood Watson of East Tennessee State University analyzes the Supreme Court ruling that bans race conscious admissions. The decision limits holistic reviews while allowing consideration of applicants backgrounds. Dissents warn the ruling worsens racial disparities and masks colorblind rhetoric.
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New Mexico must change course says Rio Grande Foundation
Paul Gessing of the Rio Grande Foundation criticizes the state’s 50th place Kids Count 2023 ranking and argues for using the oil boom to cut taxes and shift toward a pro business, pro growth agenda. He cites four COVID related metrics as signs of policy impact and calls for ending government driven programs to boost jobs and education outcomes.
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