Authorities Investigate Mysterious Explosion in Austin, SRO Tried to Have Nikolas Cruz Involuntarily Committed: A.M. Links

"RT if socialism is your retirement plan."

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    In Austin, Texas, two men were injured after a package on the side of the road exploded, possibly because of a trip wire. This is the fourth strange explosion in two weeks, and authorities believe they are all connected.

  • Scot Peterson, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas school resource officer accused of failing to confront alleged mass shooter Nikolas Cruz, previously attempted to have him involuntarily committed to a mental health facility. It's not clear why this recommendation, which would have prevented Cruz from being able to purchase firearms, was never acted upon.
  • Some millennials aren't bothering to save for retirement because they hope socialism will replaced capitalism by then, according to Salon.
  • Oregon judge suspended for refusing to marry gay couples.
  • A Washington, D.C. city council member thinks the Jews are responsible for recent bad weather.
  • Students celebrate St. Patrick's Day by worrying about cultural appropriation.