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Tear gas harms innocent students

We would like to thank the police for the wonderful gift of tear gas. We were in the room and a cloud formed outside. We thought our window would protect us. Were we correct? No! This toxic cloud somehow found a way in, causing us to cough, sneeze, tear and nauseate for about an hour. This was uncalled for. Several people in the hall, some of who were sleeping, also felt the burning effects.

During the past three years, the same events occurred, causing harm, not just physical discomfort, but time taken away from studies. We hope that the police have action taken against them for their reckless use of force, therefore harming uninvolved students.

Kevin Fouts

Sophomore, School of Technology

Balaji Viswanathan

Junior, Schools of Engineering

 

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