Franc Contreras
‘El Bronco,’ elected without party backing, makes history in Mexico
Mexican voters elected their first independent gubernatorial candidate, a victory seen as a protest against the country’s political parties. The main party, the PRI still holds onto to its majority in Congress, but this election still sent a message.
Central American migrants become prey on their journey north to the US
Like their neighbors in Mexico, many Central Americans head to the United States for better opportunities. They come from impoverished towns, some rife with gang violence and high crime rates. But on their journey north, hundreds of these migrants become targets for gangs, organized crime and even police.
Like their neighbors in Mexico, many Central Americans head to the United States for better opportunities. They come from impoverished towns, some rife with gang violence and high crime rates. But on their journey north, hundreds of these migrants become targets for gangs, organized crime and even police.
An execution in Texas has stirred rage in Mexico
The Mexican government tried to get the execution of Edgar Tamayo Arias suspended. They say Arias’ case should have been reviewed. US officials agreed. But Texas said no and Wednesday night Arias was executed. Now Mexicans are outraged over his execution.
Want to know what the world is saying about our government shutdown? We asked
People across the globe are watching to see if there’s ultimately a resolution to this US government shutdown. And what they’re saying — and hearing — isn’t great. Many folks around the globe say the shutdown looks crazy. It looks silly. It looks like lawmakers are arguing about something that doesn’t entirely matter.
Mexico City Teachers Take to the Streets to Protest Education Reforms
For more than two weeks, demonstrations by teachers have caused traffic chaos across Mexico. They’re protesting a new law requiring performance evaluations for teachers. Supporters see the law as an attempt to break the power of labor unions.