Learnine tareer: | Can understand WHaT THe THITY MeTer TeLescope IS, AND THE ConTroversies THAT surrounb IT Do Now: Do you believe that the preservation of religion and culture or the advancement of science is more important? Why? INTRO TO TMT NOTES:Source A: Why We Should Build The TMT The 14,000-Foot-tall peak of Mauna Kea is one of native Hawaiians’ most sacred sites, but the thin, clear air offers an incredible view of the cosmos while being accessible to workers and scientists. So it's arguably the best spot on Earth to build a telescope. While some Hawaiian natives and astronomers have condemned the telescope, others insist that we must build it. The question of whether to build TMT has dredged up Hawaii's complicated past, pitted friends and families against one another, and exposed racial insensitivity in the astronomy community. The two schools of thought are colliding on and off the summit, and compromise has failed. Now a court case is winding its way through Hawaii's legal system and will Fequire a decision where one group gets shortchanged. But it seems clear we need to build this telescope, evenif it will taint sacred ground. An economic blessing TMT Corporation, the nonprofit behind the telescope, estimates its project could inject more than $150 million to Hawaii's economy and create 140 high-paying engineering and tech jobs. It also says the construction plan has met all the legal and environmental requirements. TMT put together a plan where, if it gets a 50-year lease on Mauna Kea, it will usher in tons of jobs reserved for native Hawaiians and $150 million in community benefits. ‘TMT could change how we understand the universe In addition to invigorating the economy of Hawaii, this telescope could launch the state to the Forefront of astronomy. TMT's giant 30-meter mirror will capture more light than any other ground telescope, and all that light will let us see Farther out into the universe, and therefore farther back into our universe's past. The telescope will bring an unprecedented view of the cosmos and take pictures of parts of the universe no one has ever seen. We'll be able to glimpse the very first stars and galaxies that formed after the big bang. Astronomers call these ‘first light objects” and they'll give us more insight into one of the most Fundamental questions of life: Where did we come from?a TMT doesn't have a shot at answering that question if it’s not built on Mauna Kea, The summit sits above the cloud line providing a crystal-clear window into space. The dry air will make it possible to take some of the sharpest images we've ever seen. The future of Hawaii The most harmful consequence of the protest movement is how it might influence Future investment in Hawaii. Critics of the protest movement say no one will want to risk bankrolling a big project in the state if it could be met with the same kind of resistance as TMT. It's a shame that compromise has failed, and it all hinges on a court battle now. "[The protesters] have said this time and again - they will be against it forever,” Coleman said. "Which | think is kind of a silly thing to say, because what if TMT starts running and everybody starts doing really well and loving the extra money that's Pouring into the economy, and more and more jobs are being dedicated to Hawaiian people?" Hawaiians have always been incredibly adaptable and forward-thinking people, Coleman told me. They have always embraced new technology when it will benefit them and make life better for their people. That's what TMT could do for Hawaii, if the people will let it.Source B: Letter to the University of Hawaii Aloha University of Hawai'i Board of Regents, 1am in strong opposition to the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope(TMT) and the further desecration of our mauna (mountain). Mauna Kea belongs to and is included in the Hawaiian Kingdom Crown lands. These lands were seized by the United States Government. The same government that imprisoned our Queen Lilituokalani and illegally occupied our ‘aina(land) in 1893. Until we address the illegal occupation of the United States and the illegal occupation of these lands by the United States, | will be against any development done on and to our ‘aina. In 1968, The University of Hawai'i received a lease and permit to build an observatory ‘on Mauna Kea. During 1970-1974, they built six more telescopes. In the 1980s, the UH Master plan included a long-term plan to include a total of 13 telescopes. In 1999, a continuaticn of the master plan was established to include the Thirty Meter Telescope. They have violated their lease and permit because they currently have 13 observatores on Mauna Kea; that includes telescopes(sub millimeter telescopes) and satellites(arrays). Each of these observatories are sub leased to many countries and institutions around the world. IF they are in violation of their lease, Why is it okay for them to bulld another telescope? Please consider all the things that the people of Hawai'i including a global community of "Kapu Aloha" supporters are saying to you. Really consider it because we're looking out for the well being of Future generations. IF we continue to take advantage ofall the pristine ‘aina that our kupuna have sustained for us all these generations, we will end up with nothing. |, Utilani Hayes, am in strong opposition to the construction of TMT and the further desecration of our sacred mauna. Mahalo for your consideration, U‘ilani HayesTMT Document-Based Question Read the sources below, and write a multi-paragraph (at least three) essay that answers the Following prompt. * Should the telescope should be built on Mauna Kea? Why or why not? Your answer must have a clear introduction, thesis, and conclusion,and you must us at least three pieces of evidence, Consider the Following Questions: 1. What is the historical significance of Mauna Kea in Ancient Hawaiian History? 2. Whenis it ok to prioritize science over culture? When is it not? Position (circle one): c. I believe the TMT should be built (C} Ibelieve the TMT should not be built aWadions? 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