May 29, 2012 – Page 2 – The CNM Chronicle

By: Carrie Ratkevich, Staff Reporter

Casting a ballot is a right many people do not exercise, said Union President and full-time instructor Andrew Tibble.

The 2000 presidential race came down to a handful of votes in Florida, so it is irrational to think one vote does not matter, said Tibble.

“We live in a democracy and things work better when people participate,” said Tibble.

Voting can affect the laws that are made and can allow people to show support for a cause, he said.

“I am not a political person, but the union has pulled me that direction,” said Tibble.

As an immigrant, Australian-born Tibble spent many years unable to vote and since receiving citizenship he has voted whenever he was able, he said.

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By: Joel Gilleland, Staff Reporter

Since 2009 Southwest Beer Pong has been meeting twice a week to practice for events all over the country, especially the World Series of Beer Pong held in Las Vegas, NV, said league Co-Founder, Gabriel Montoya.

The tournaments are held weekly. On Tuesdays the league meets at Coaches Sports Grill and on Thursdays at Spectators bar. Anyone can join by attending an event. For guys there is a five dollar charge and for ladies it is always free.

“On any given night we usually have 16 to 20 teams. Anywhere between 32 and 40 people come to play,” said Montoya.

Tournament winners receive cash prizes which vary depending on how many people show up. First and second place always win money and depending on turn out, they will pay third place as well. The prizes for the winners of the World Series of Beer Pong can be up to $50,000, said Montoya.

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