Letters to the Editor
Indefinite hunger strike for justice in Bhopal, India
TO THE EDITOR:
On December 3rd, 1984, thousands of people in Bhopal, India were gassed to death after a catastrophic chemical leak at a Union Carbide pesticide plant.
Union Carbide's own documents prove the company designed the plant with "unproven" and "untested" technology and cut corners on safety and maintenance in order to save money. (0 Comments)
Pa'lante grateful to locals for successful celebration
TO THE EDITOR:
At Pa'lante's celebration of Latino high school graduates last month, a young man encouraged his younger peers.
"Even if you think you'll never get English, keep trying, because you will get it eventually. And keep studying until you graduate, because it's not that hard after all. (0 Comments)
UNC police should secure Chatham park and ride lots
TO THE EDITOR:
As all readers are aware, the park and ride lots are sites of crime. My wife's Honda Element was one of the cars which was targeted for a catalytic converter last week at the Chatham County park and ride lot.
Insurance had to pay $1,800 for the repair and replacement!
Such theft has been occurring for more than one year. (5 Comments)
