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Thousands of feminists march in Mexico City: 'I am scared to simply be a woman in Mexico'

MEXICO CITY — Thousands of women took to the streets Tuesday, demanding an end to gender-based killings they say are rooted in a culture of machismo and urging the government do more to protect them. "Not one more assassination!" they chanted as they marched down Paseo de la Reforma, pumping their fists. A typical sign they carried: "I march because I'm alive and I don't know for how long." ...
Protesters hold banners and chant slogans during a demonstration as part of the International Women's Day on March 8, 2022, in Mexico City.

MEXICO CITY — Thousands of women took to the streets Tuesday, demanding an end to gender-based killings they say are rooted in a culture of machismo and urging the government do more to protect them.

"Not one more assassination!" they chanted as they marched down Paseo de la Reforma, pumping their fists.

A typical sign they carried: "I march because I'm alive and I don't know for how long."

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