Mexico
Death and Detention in the Face of Resistance in Guerrero, Mexico
State-sponsored violence against anti-dam movement leaves a trail of blood and arbitrary arrests.
How Trump’s NAFTA Renegotiations Could Help Mexican Workers
Lax labor standards in Mexico are indeed a problem with NAFTA. But they are North America’s problem to solve.
Study Reveals Racial Inequality in Mexico, Disproving Its ‘Race-Blind’ Rhetoric
Our new report reveals that in Mexico darker skin is strongly associated with decreased wealth and less schooling.
Mexico’s Milenio Newspaper Says That Repatriations From US Have Decreased in Trump’s First Year
New data is out from the Mexican government.
Why 2017 Was so Terrible for Mexico: 8 Essential Reads
With three runaway governors, two deadly earthquakes and one Donald J. Trump —not to mention an average 69 murders a day— the past year has been rough on Mexico.
Understanding Mexican Nationalism and Mestizaje Through the Film COCO
But there is a key element missing from the film. Where are the Indigenous peoples?
Texas Businessman Uses Dog to Sniff Out ‘Dangerous’ Earthquake Relief Efforts in Mexico
In a new video posted by Joe T. Hodo, a rescue dog named Malinche helps the oilman to prevent Mexicans from organizing their communities.
As Angry Voters Reject Major Parties, Mexico’s 2018 Presidential Race Grows Chaotic
Mexico’s 2018 campaign season has not officially begun, but the race for the presidency is already a nail-biter.
Femicide in Mexico (PODCAST)
Latino Rebels Radio: October 15, 2017
In Mexico, Undocumented Migrants Risk Deportation to Aid Earthquake Victims
A group of undocumented Central American migrants who, interrupting their travel northward to the U.S., stayed in Mexico to help clean up debris and assist the victims.
A Public Google Doc Is Listing Names of People Rescued or Still Missing From Mexico City Earthquake
Social media is playing a big role in responding to the Tuesday tragedy.
Mexican Fútbol Legend Rafa Márquez Gets Caught Up in the Failed Drug War
If we are to better understand the Drug War and how to end it, we must know about its victims like Márquez.
Fighting Trump and Coming of Age in Brooklyn’s Mexican Community
“We prove that not all Mexicans are here doing crimes, or trafficking drugs.”
This Is How Mexicans Feel ‘La Colombia’ (VIDEO)
“You join ‘Danzas’ and you forget about everything.”
DHS Secretary Kelly Says Reducing US Demand for Drugs Is Most Important Strategy to Stop Cartels
“The first thing we need to do, because it generates all of the problems, and that is the drug demand in the United States.”
Before Trump, Mexicans Really Liked the US
Donald Trump’s antagonistic rhetoric toward Mexico has caused an increase in anti-American sentiment among Mexicans.
Mexico’s Military Is a Lethal Killing Force: Should It Really Be Deployed as Police?
Some of the main drivers of Mexico’s abysmal violence are the country’s armed forces.