Mustang management (or its demise) is a complex and divisive topic in the west. Rivera presents a pretty simplified and one-sided argument. The costs to adopt or purchase a horse from the BLM appear to range from $25 to $125, though I’ve seen notifications that the BLM will pay people to adopt the mustangs. I’ve seen nothing to support a $1.00 price. Frankly, the BLM is anxious for people to adopt or purchase these mustangs, for a variety of reasons. No matter. This is not exactly a new issue, though it is probably one most people are likely not aware of. Hence, Dagger’s emphasis to spotlight the issue.

Story wise, while Mark gets a briefing to help him with his assignment, it’s not clear what his role actually is. Will he go undercover as a mustang adopter? Will he attempt to interview BLM officials, ranchers, and animal rights groups? Maybe sneak around at night to set the penned mustangs free?