In a hypothetical scenario, if Charles Dickens had written about the brutalities of an Indian boarding school in Riverside instead of an English one in Yorkshire, it might have prompted action sooner. President Biden recently apologized for the 150-year-long system of enforced education that stripped Native American children of their culture, language, and identity, resulting in abuse, deaths, and unmarked graves at over 400 schools across the United States. The legacy of these schools, exemplified by institutions like the former Sherman Institute in Riverside, reflects a dark chapter in American history of cultural genocide and assimilation efforts.
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Passengers Evacuate Burning Plane in Denver
Passengers on an American Airlines flight from Denver to Miami were evacuated after the pilot ordered them to leave due to a fire on board. Chaos ensued as passengers screamed and rushed to exit the plane, with one describing the panic and urgency to escape the burning aircraft. Want More Context? 🔎
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